1. Jennifer L. Brantley
P.O. Box 117 • Speedwell, TN 37870 • (865) 719-7675 • brantleyjl@y12.doe.gov
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX, Phoenix, AZ LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY, Harrogate,
TN
Project Management Certification, 2015 Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, 2002
GPA 3.82/4.0
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX, Phoenix, AZ LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY, Harrogate,
TN
Master of Business Administration, 2008 Bachelor of Science in Biology, 1997
GPA 3.82/4.0
Qualifications
Ability to work within a matrix and functional environment
Proficient in Microsoft Suite of products Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Project, and
Visio
A great deal of experience in developing needs assessments and documenting
customer requirements.
Excellent problem solving and time management skills.
Strong analytical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong conceptual and critical thinking skills
Ability to meet multiple deadlines
Notable Accomplishments
- Identified cycle time delays in the column process lead to a redesign using vacuum
boxes versus gravity drip, which lead to the productivity improvement of 66% in the
column process
EXPERIENCE
Bioassay Chemist- Y-12 National Security Complex
July 2014-Current
Appointed to research and develop a process improvement mapping project involving
bioassay activities
2. Utilized Six Sigma skills to identify process areas involving manifold and column
apparatus where cycle time delays existed and smooth handoffs where not evident
Worked with subject matter experts to develop cross-functional process development
that resulted in greater cycle time.
Delivered business process model presentations
Appointed lead to spearhead area work improvement methods
Selected to attend Executive level management meetings on a regular basis and
presented both informational and persuasive process mapping presentations.
Developed comprehensive process documentation for use in enterprise model.
Inorganic Chemist- Y-12 National Security Complex
April 2006-July 2014
Generated a cost-benefit analysis on the phenol, phenolic, and cyanide processes,
which lead to the recommendation and implementation of a new distillation process
using Lachat equipment and instrumentation for 50% faster analyzes while reducing
waste created by 75%.
Lead Chemist to research a cost-benefit analysis on the corrosivity process, which lead
to the recommendation and implementation of new instruments, which led to a 66%
increase in productivity.
Researched the Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP) process and made
recommendations to eliminate the paper prep sheet for an access database data
capture prep sheet.
Wrote, verified and validated the TCLP, flashpoint, corrosivity, alkalinity and acidity
procedures to incorporate ergonomic, productivity and cost saving improvements.
Lead chemist selected to participate in government laboratory audits and management
assessments.
Chemist- Material Characterization (Isotopic) Y-12 National Security Complex
May 2001-April 2006
Appointed to conduct non-routine analysis on complex sample matrices by Thermal
Ionization Mass Spectrometer (TIMS), isotopic column separation and gamma
spectroscopy.
Performed data analysis and determined data quality, relevancy, and accuracy.
Consistently reduced variation in processes used across departments to eliminate
waste.
3. Implemented Lean 7S principles by making recommendations for storing supplies at
stations where the supplies where needed.
Developed and implemented an inventory system to track supply usage, which improved
tracking hazardous material inventory system (HMIS) and improved laboratory ordering.
Developed process improvement idea for vacuum boxes to improve productivity and
reduce ergonomic issues in isotopic column separation.