Michael A. Molina

Experienced leader with 15+ years driving quality initiatives, process optimization, and compliance across laboratory and production environments. Optimizing workflows and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across diverse industries. Strategic leader proficient at managing resources, budgets, and vendor relations to achieve organizational objectives.

Passionate about driving cross-functional collaboration, effective communication, and mentorship to enhance team capabilities and bridge skills gaps. Committed to implementing streamlined processes that uphold regulatory standards, mitigate risks, and exceed customer expectations.

Senior Laboratory Lead - ExxonMobil Research and Engineering

(2018 - Present)

• Managed a team of technicians overseeing product quality testing and process compliance in lubricant R&D.
• Improved technical proficiency by facilitating and implementing a training program focused on skill gaps.
• Decreased turnaround time for testing procedures by identifying and resolving inefficiencies.
• Collaborated with formulators to develop innovative solutions and improve product quality and performance.
• Mentored junior technicians, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the lab group.
• Increased productivity by leading and managing a team of technicians to implement continuous improvement initiatives and best practices.
• Attended and participated in monthly Quality meetings to help author and revise SOPs aligned with industry best practices and ExxonMobil quality policies.

Senior Research Technician - ExxonMobil Research and Engineering

(2015 - 2018)

• Contributed to developing high-performance lubricant products by executing critical lab tests on research lubricants and implementing processes to ensure a high accuracy rate in test results.
• Optimized blend processes, achieving consistent quality outcomes and reducing material waste.
• Created new lubricant blends that surpassed industry benchmarks for performance and durability.
• Led efforts to document and standardized lab workflows to ensure reproducibility and regulatory compliance.
• Created SOPs for lab processes focused on increasing workflow efficiency, eliminating errors, and enhancing overall lab productivity.

Technician - Cardinal Health Services

(2014 - 2015)

• Achieved a high accuracy rate and improved adherence to regulatory standards by conducting quality testing to ensure the release of high-quality FDG products to the pharmacy.
• Improved testing efficiency and reduced turnaround time for product release by utilizing advanced testing equipment, including GC, PTS, and RTLC to perform quality tests.
• Streamlined laboratory operations while setting up lab equipment and preparing materials for quality testing.
• Reduced production costs by preparing in-house solutions to enhance production processes and ensure consistency in product quality.
• Ensured compliance with cGMP procedures by maintaining cleanliness and organization in the laboratory, resulting in successful audits with zero findings.
• Enforced strict adherence to aseptic techniques during sterility testing and building of sterile vials, ensuring the integrity and safety of laboratory products and materials.

Facilities Technician - Verizon New Jersey Inc.

(2010 - 2013)

• Achieved a 99.9% uptime rate by promptly resolving technical issues to ensure uninterrupted high-speed internet connectivity for customers across New Jersey.
• Reduced installation time and improved customer satisfaction ratings by optimizing high-speed internet setup and configuration procedures.
• Completed all telecommunication functions, including installation, maintenance, and repair tasks, contributing to improving overall service efficiency.
• Reduced the frequency of service disruptions and improved system reliability by implementing preventative maintenance measures for telephone and cable systems.
• Built a collaborative, skilled, and cohesive team while training and mentoring junior technicians on best practices for high-speed internet and telephone service provision.

Multi-Media Services Technician - Verizon Connected Solutions

(2007 - 2010)

Bachelor of Arts - General Science - Rutgers University, College of Arts and Sciences, Camden, NJ

Undergraduate Studies - Mechanical Engineering - University of North Dakota (2012 - Present)

Graduate School Studies - Public Administration - Rutgers University (2007 - 2008)