High School Quality Control

Christopher S. Early 309-***-****

**** **** ******, **** ******, IL 61201 *******************@*****.***

Chemist

Chemical Formulation...Atomic, Infrared & UV Spectroscopy...Analytical

Testing...Method Optimization...Titration

Gas & Liquid Chromatography...Recordkeeping...Data Management...Regulatory

Compliance...Quality Control

Highly knowledgeable and results-driven General Chemist with experience and

proven strengths in research and development. Expert project and laboratory

manager, team leader, and key contributor to process and performance

improvements. Demonstrate high level of initiative and problem-solving

skills in complex scientific environments. Execute progressive analyses and

develop top-quality products that deliver practical solutions to desired

client requirements.

Laboratory Skills

Equipment: Hockmeyer Vertical Mills, Horizontal Mills, Sag Bars, Paint

Thickness Meters, Pencil Hardness, Spray Guns, Intercoat Adhesion/Knitting,

Weight Per Gallon, EZ Zahn and Signature Zahn Viscosity Cups, Ford

Viscosity Cups, Air/Hockmeyer High Speed Dispersion Mixers, Salt Spray, Fog

Cabinets, Florida Panel Testing, Color Computer Checks for

Color/Adjustments to Batch, Gas Chromatographs, Lineometer 101, PH meter,

High Speed Centrifuge, experience working with many types of laboratory

equipment

Procedures: Analytical Equipment Calibration, Aseptic Techniques, Pipets,

Media Presentation, Plate Counts/Dilutions, Routine Analytical Chemistry

Tests, Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), knowledge of Good

Laboratory Practices (GLP), Knowledge of Federal Department of Agriculture

(FDA) practices.

Research Experience

Pfizer Inc. Animal Health Division-Charles City, IA

2012

OPI Contract Worker through Mindlance Corporation Inc.

. Received praise in the handling and care of Special Pathogen Free

(SPF) eggs for Australia

. Contribute to required high standards of sterility associated with SPF

eggs

. Attended required Pfizer Inc. safety trainings

Chemtool Incorporated- Fluidynamics Division-Waterloo, IA

2012

John Deere Waterloo Works -Drive Train Operations

Chemist/Laboratory Chemical Technician

. Collected Manganese Phosphate and Autophoretic paint samples and

performed chemical testing

. Collected 14 Central System coolant samples and performed chemical

testing

. Collected Castrol and FUCHS weekly Central System samples,

. Attended John Deere Waterloo Works Chemist workshop

. Attended weekly coolant management meetings

Valspar Corporation - Moline, IL 2010-2012

Laboratory Assistant/Intern, Industrial Coatings Group

Initially hired as intern; earned promotion to Laboratory Assistant and Key

Paint Maker for international distribution project. Test and develop paint

and chemical formulations. Support Principal Chemists, perform quality

control tests, and ensure compliance with Valspar requirements and

specifications. Supervise laboratory operations and procedures, including

chemical maintenance and schedule control.

. Achieved recognition by Corporate for producing excellent paint versions;

chemist was requested to travel to laboratory and review techniques.

. Awarded raise after first year of employment and entrusted to create and

test paint for new high-profile clients, Volvo and CNH.

. Received high marks on paint produced for John Deere and Caterpillar.

. Contributed to development of new paint product well-received in Europe.

. Attended Chemist Workshops in 2010 and 2011.

Teaching Experience

Judah Christian Junior/Senior High School - Champaign, IL 2007-2008

Science Teacher

. Created and established improved biology and algebra curriculum for

entire school; effectively implemented adjustments to chemistry

laboratory activities.

Huntington Learning Center - Rockford, IL 2006-2007

Instructional Tutor

. Recognized as key resource and subject matter expert in chemistry.

. Appointed to proctor SAT and ACT examinations.

Rockford East High School - Rockford, IL 2002-2006

Science Teacher

. Authored new chemistry laboratory manual.

. Nominated by 2 students for Golden Apple award and achieved listing in

Who's Who Among Science Teachers in America.

Education & Professional Credentials

Master of Education in Educational Leadership: National Louis University,

Wheeling, IL (4.0 GPA)

Secondary Education Certification: Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, Chemistry Minor: Northern

Illinois University, DeKalb, IL

Teaching Certificate in Biology, Chemistry, General & Physical Science,

Geology, Physiology - State of Illinois

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