Nicolette Fajardo-Samson

Performed testing on transformer oils for 3part, 6part, OCBA (Oil Circuit Breaker Analysis) and OTA (Oil Tap Changer Analysis). The testing includes Dielectric Test ASTM D1816/D877, Color, Neutralization Titration, PCB, DGA, IFT, Moisture Test, ICP Metals, Particle Count Test, and Furans. Routine Maintenance of GC for PCB Analysis Monitored monthly chemical inventory and coordinated with vendors for chemical purchases. Performed quarterly safety inspection in the lab.

Performs AASHTO testing on Performance Grading (PG) Asphalt Binders as required by Caltrans. Leads in overseeing lab techs routine activities. Trains lab technicians with new methods or new instruments. Monitors lab inventory and fixes troublesome equipment. Maintains laboratory’s equipment. Ensures equipment are working according to method. Calibrates the equipment daily and performs maintenance such as cleaning, replacing worn parts, and updating method parameters periodically.

Maintained QA/QC Program/ EPA Tier III Compliance for gasoline and diesel test methods. Performed petroleum analysis, calibrations, method development, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Coordinated with vendors for external calibration and maintenance of instruments. Assisted the lab to comply with EPA TIER III. Trained lab technicians with new methods or new instruments Assessed round robin interlaboratory cross-check program prior to ASTM submission. Performed corrective actions and investigations, if needed. Foreman for QC Plus Tier III Program Act as representative/presenter for the lab in reporting product quality to the leadshership team throughout the refinery in the AM/PM general conference

Performed petroleum laboratory testing and analysis of crude oil and petroleum products. Performed test on round robin crude oil and petroleum product samples. Ensured reported results were within acceptable ranges. Monitored quality control charts per method. Presented and explained the lab’s quality control charts to customers and auditors.

Supervised six senior field analyst personnel for sampling analysis and collection. Developed an effective water quality investigation for on-site water issues. Coordinated with external customers for field sampling as a new business strategy Generated sampling plan program for water and wastewater samples ensuring equitable distribution of sampling points in East of Metro Manila. The sampling points include but not limited to: water and wastewater treatment plants, commercial establishments, schools and residential areas. Ensured all field data measurements were evaluated and reviewed in detailed. Reported field alert escalation system and performed corrective actions. ISO 17025- microbiological/biological and chemical sampling signatory. Improved technical capabilities of field analyst thru workshops, trainings, and field assessments

Performed analytical testing on potable water in compliance to regulatory requirements. Performed wastewater laboratory analysis on treatment plant regulatory samples.

Performed test on water and soil samples containing Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs: BTEX and C6-C9 GROs) through the use of Gas Chromatography Purge and Trap Analysis (FID/PID detectors).

Agriculture/Feeds Unit Sample testing of crude protein via kjeldahl analysis, crude fat, acid digestion for AAS analysis, phosphate determination and gravimetric analysis.