William McPherson

Orland Park

Summary

Quality Control Laboratory Analyst with professional experience at Amspec Group and Intertek performing petroleum and jet fuel quality testing in fast-paced laboratory environments. Proven track record of ensuring compliance with industry standards through strict adherence to SOPs, regulatory requirements, and detailed documentation practices. Experienced in managing high-volume sample workflows from receipt through final reporting while maintaining accuracy and efficiency. Committed to operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Quality Control Laboratory Analyst

Amspec Group

03.2023 - Current

Conduct comprehensive quality assurance tests on petroleum products to ensure adherence to industry standards
Utilize analytical techniques for fuel analysis
Strictly follow standard operating procedures and ASTM methods to ensure accuracy of test results
Collaborate with the chemistry team, sharing knowledge and best practices to maintain superior quality and safety standards for all fuel testing procedures
Maintain detailed documentation from the moment of drop-off through sample login, testing, data analysis, and reporting to ensure traceability of work
Manage sample inventory to maintain backlog for customer satisfaction as well as industry standards for chemical disposal

Quality Assurance Chemist

Intertek

02.2024 - 02.2025

Conduct comprehensive quality assurance tests on jet fuel and other fuel types to ensure adherence to industry standards
Utilize analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and Spectroscopy for fuel analysis
Strictly follow standard operating procedures to enhance lab efficiency and accuracy of test results
Collaborate with the chemistry team, sharing knowledge and best practices to maintain superior quality and safety standards for all fuel testing procedures
Maintain detailed documentation and implement rigorous quality control protocols to guarantee regulatory compliance and uphold safety measures

Order Processing and Fulfillment Specialist

APL Pros / Backyard Games USA

12.2022 - 03.2025

Led development of scalable manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and meet growing demand
Managed daily order fulfillment and logistics using Excel, Shopify, and ShippingEasy, ensuring accurate and timely processing
Improved shipping workflows and quality control to reduce delivery times and enhance customer satisfaction
Proactively communicated with customers to resolve issues and maintain high service standards
Created marketing materials and promotional content to increase product visibility and engagement
Coordinated with logistics partners and design teams to streamline order retrieval, assembly, and packaging

Manufacturing Associate

06.2018 - 12.2022

Assembled cornhole boards including woodworking, drilling, painting, and packaging
Managed daily production deadlines to ensure all orders were ready for pickup
Prepared materials for future needs improving workflow efficiency
Packaged and shipped products ensuring quality standards
Communicated and coordinated between teams to keep production running smoothly
Supported production as needed, showing flexibility and teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology - Genetics and Biotechnology

University of Iowa

Iowa City, IA

12.2023

Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo, MI

05.2020

Skills

Petroleum & Fuel Testing: Gasoline, Diesel, Crude Oil, Biofuels
Testing Standards & Methods: ASTM, ISO, EPA Methods
Laboratory Analysis & Instrumentation: Gas Chromatography (GC), High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Flash Point Testing (Pensky-Martens, Setaflash), Distillation Testing (ASTM D86), Viscosity Testing, Density & API Gravity Testing, Octane & Cetane Analysis, Karl Fischer Titration (Moisture Analysis)
Quality & Compliance: Quality Control & Quality Assurance (QA/QC), Sample Preparation & Chain of Custody, Laboratory Documentation & Reporting, LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems), Data Analysis & Interpretation

Safety & Regulatory Compliance: OSHA Safety Standards, Hazardous Material Handling, Chemical Hygiene & PPE Compliance, Environmental & Regulatory Compliance, Spill Response Procedures
Operational Expertise: High-Volume Sample Processing, Meeting Strict Turnaround Times, SOP Adherence, Equipment Troubleshooting, Inventory & Reagent Management, Preventative Maintenance
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Analytical Thinking, Time Management, Team Collaboration, Written & Verbal Communication, Problem-Solving, Ability to Work Independently, Multitasking in Fast-Paced Environments