ASHLEIGH KRIESEL
Queen Creek
Summary
Goal-oriented professional with excellent communication and organizational skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Forensic Scientist
City of Mesa
11.2015 - Current
- Conducted forensic analyses on various evidence types, ensuring adherence to established protocols and standards
- Prepared detailed laboratory reports of analysis performed and findings
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings
- Reviewed other analyst's reports to ensure comprehensive documentation of findings, supporting successful investigations
- Applied critical thinking and problem-solving skills to complex cases
- Developed standard operating procedures for improved laboratory analysis
- Mentored junior staff on analytical techniques and best practices in forensic science methodologies
- Led the validation of a new gas chromatograph mass spectrometer instrument for use in casework
- Streamlined laboratory processes for increased efficiency and improved turn around time for partner agency casework
- Presented several training classes to officers and other lab personnel
Forensic Services Laboratory Technician
City of Mesa
01.2015 - 11.2015
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures within the lab setting
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational
- Prepared samples for outsourcing shipping
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures
Quality Control Technician
Excelsior Superfoods
04.2014 - 01.2015
- Conducted quality inspections on raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with safety standards
- Collaborated with production teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions promptly
- Maintained detailed records of inspection results, ensuring traceability and compliance with industry regulations
- Proposed corrective actions to address recurring quality issues
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2013
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Forensic Scientist
City of Mesa
11.2015 - Current
Forensic Services Laboratory Technician
City of Mesa
01.2015 - 11.2015
Quality Control Technician
Excelsior Superfoods
04.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science -
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Arizona State University
Employee of the Quarter 2024
Selected as Employee of the Quarter in 2024 for leading a successful and timely validation of an Agilent Gas Chromatograph Mass Spectrometer to be used in casework