Research Technician
Resume:
Scott Nychay
Research Technician, Lubes Deployment/Development - Infineum, USA, LP
Roselle Park, NJ 07204
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Accomplished Research and Development (R&D) and Testing Engineering Technician with ten-plus years of successful experience in applying principles of product quality evaluation and control in formulating, conducting investigations, and initiating corrective actions to assure compliance of products with established standards, including background in the petrochemical, consumer, and industrial products industries. Core competencies include:
• Product Formulations • R&D Laboratory Procedures • Batch Preparation/Scale-Up
• Visual Inspection/Measurement • Component Testing • Finished Goods Testing
• Product Safety Standards • Durability Testing • Mechanical/Electromechanical Testing
• Life Cycle Testing • Quality Control • Data Collection
• Report Writing • Problem Resolution • Information Management A resourceful communicator, facilitator, and leader with a strong detail orientation, exceptional troubleshooting and problem solving skills, and the capacity to utilize diverse resources in the timely processing of work flow, completion of projects, and achievement of business objectives. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Warehouse Associate
Ryder Integrated Logistics, Inc - Linden, NJ
March 2017 to October 2017
Sort packages per specific store in a "Cross Dock" Warehouse. Load and unload trucks. Load dollies and pallets. Shrink wrap merchandise. RF scan. Stage boxes for specific locations. Operate Pallet Jack. Auditing. General Housekeeping.
Research Technician, Lubes Deployment/Development
Infineum, USA, LP - Linden, NJ
October 2008 to October 2016
Blend and test Lube Oil and Oil Additives per specific, issued, parameters in a Research Laboratory. Adjust blends for perferred results. Use percision balances and calibrated test equipment. Troubleshoot and adjust test equipment. Document and report results/observations in an Electronic Lab Notebook. Ship and receive samples to and from outside labs and customers. Schedule international shipments. Hardlines Senior Test Engineer
Intertek Consumer Goods, North America - Springfield, NJ December 2004 to October 2008
Receive and test consumer products for testing before sale to public. ASTM, ISO, EN, NPFA testing standards Etc. Mechanical, safety, environmental and flammability testing. Document results. Report generation and issue guidelines for client.
Abrasive Jet Machining/Automotive/Truck/Marine Technician S.S. White Technologies, Inc - Piscataway, NJ
February 2003 to December 2004
Technician/Assembler
Airoyal Company - Maplewood, NJ
April 2002 to January 2003
Hardware Department Manager
Walmart - Union, NJ
July 2001 to March 2002
Manage every aspect of operating a "store within a store." Order merchandise. Maintain inventory levels and expectations. Manage a couple of coworkers and night stockers. Mix paint and cut keys. Review sales results daily. Create signs and displays. Position merchandise for maximum sales effect.. Set prices, to sell, old product.. Check competitor's prices to price accordingly. Senior R&D Technician
Valcor Engineering Corporation - Springfield, NJ
1990 to June 2001
Assemble and test pre-production, production and prototype Solenoid Valves, Pressure Regulators, Test Fixtures and Test Stands from sketches, Blue Prints and CAD Drawings. Machine components. Creating plumbing and electricial test set-ups . Life cycle testing and failure analysis. Consult with engineers about findings. Devise upgrades to improve performance Assembler
Valcor Engineering Corporation - Springfield, NJ
1986 to 1990
Assembler solenoid operated valves, pressure regulators and metering pumps. Use hand pneumatic tools and Torque wrenches. Test products with electricity, air and/or oil. Package and ship. Stock Clerk
Valcor Engineering Corporation - Springfield, NJ
September 1984 to 1986
Receive and stock small parts for in-house use and shipment.. Dispense parts per requisition. Cycle count and inventory. Housekeeping.
Education
Business Administration
Union County College - Cranford, NJ
January 1985 to April 1992
High School Diploma
Roselle Park High School - Roselle Park, NJ
September 1980 to June 1984
Skills
Computer: Microsoft Office, Word, Excell, Outlook and Explorer Etc. (10+ years), Percision measurement devices - Calipers, Optical Comparators, Rockwell Hardness, Depth, height and Run Out.. Torque gages Etc. (10+ years), Lathe, Milling Machine and Drill Press. (10+ years), Precision tools, Hand and Power Tools (10+ years), Blue Print and CAD Drawing reading (10+ years), Inspection Symbol understanding (10+ years), Simple electricial wireing (10+ years), Soldering (4 years), Automated Test Stand construction and testing. (5 years), Simple plumbing (10+ years), Pneumatic and hydraulic shop devices and tools (10+ years), Report Writing (10+ years), Clean Room (2 years), Hazardous Material handling (8 years), Proper PPE (10+ years), Respirator (2 years), Hazardous spill clean-up and reporting (8 years)
Awards
Top sales award.
October 2001
Top sales in dollar amount for Hardware Department in a Walmart Store. Certifications/Licenses
Forklift Certified
November 2015 to November 2017
Forklift and Electric Pallet Jack certification by Toyota. Propane - weather resistant (outdoor) and Electric (Indoor).
National Instruments LabVew Basics testing software Laboratory testing computer software set-up and execution. Blue Print Reading
Company administered certification after training. NASA trained soldering
Company training.
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