Frehiwot Mitiku-Herdt
Manufacturing & Production Technician | MLPAO Certified | Biotechnology Diploma | Skilled in Quality Control, Equipment Operation & GMP/WHMIS Standards.
Medical Laboratory Technician Assistant (Student Placement) at Dynacare Laboratory and Health Services Center
Background
MLPAO-Certified Laboratory and Production Technician with over three years of combined experience in manufacturing and laboratory environments. Skilled in quality control, equipment operation, documentation, and GMP/WHMIS standards, with strong teamwork and organizational abilities. Recognized for reliability, attention to detail, and maintaining safety and productivity in fast-paced settings.
Job experience
- February 2024 - April 2024Medical Laboratory Technician Assistant (Student Placement)
Dynacare Laboratory and Health Services Center2494 Danforth Ave# 102B Toronto, ON M4C 1K9Prepared, labeled, and processed samples while maintaining high accuracy and compliance with SOPs
Operated and maintained lab equipment; ensured cleanliness and readiness for daily use.
Completed data entry and documentation in LIS and controlled logbooks.
Supported quality assurance through equipment checks and adherence to WHMIS standards.
- September 2016 - January 2017Pharmacy Assistant (Co-op Education Program)
Shoppers Drug Mart (pharmacy)2251 Lawrence Ave EPackaged, labeled, and stored prescription products with precision and care.
Assisted with inventory management and stock rotation.
Ensured work area cleanliness and compliance with safety and hygiene requirements.
- April 2010 - August 2011Technologist Assistant – Microbiology & Hematology
Zemaba ClinicAddis Abeba, EthiopiaPerformed in-process quality checks and sample preparation.
Operated, cleaned, and reassembled testing equipment.
Documented procedures and results to maintain accuracy and compliance.
Education
- Oxford College, Canada
Diploma2023 - 2024Medical Laboratory Technician Assistant Diploma - Centennial College, Canada
Biotechnology Diploma2019 - 2021Biotechnology/ Food Science - Aspiring Industrial Microbiologist - Medicine/Medical Laboratory Technology Diploma – SHR Public University, Germany
Diploma2004 - 2008Medicine/Medical Laboratory Technology Diploma (Evaluated by WES as equivalent to a Medical Laboratory Technology Certificate)
Certifications
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MLPAO Certification
Medical Laboratory Professionals Association of Ontario
47172
June 2024 - January 0000MLPAO Certification -
Sales & Customer care Certificate
Catholic Cross-cultural service (CCCS)
N/A
February 2025 - 0000Sales & Customer care training.
