Carmen Quarles

About Carmen Quarles

As a Laboratory Manager at CITGO, I oversee a team of salaried chemists, manage the department\'s budget and equipment, and direct the quality control, safety, and housekeeping programs. I have more than 20 years of experience in the energy industry, spanning laboratory, technical, environmental, safety, and compliance functions. I am passionate about delivering accurate and timely results, supporting operations and maintenance, and driving process improvements and best practices. Previously, I worked as an Environmental and Regulatory Advisor at ExxonMobil, where I coordinated and maintained various environmental and regulatory programs, such as storm water pollution prevention, spill prevention, emission inventory, and release reporting. I also facilitated construction regulatory activities and provided training and coaching to personnel on-site.

Experience

1. Laboratory Manager

   CITGO

   Mar 2022 — Present · Corpus Christi, TX, US

   Manage salaried Chemists, define department goals, conduct performance reviews, and implement employee development plans. Direct annual expense budget for Laboratory, controls costs, evaluate and approve purchase requisitions for the department. Formulate the Laboratory’s long range equipment plan with the Chemists to ensure the lab is moving ahead technologically. Direct and manage Laboratory Quality Control Program. Direct and manage Laboratory Safety and…

Education

• Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

  Chemistry

  1983 — 1985

• Lewis University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Chemistry

  1990 — 1992