Lowell, IN *****
acw7d0@r.postjobfree.com
OVERVIEW: A highly motivated R&D Technician skilled in product formulation, complex product development and problem solving. Created powder coatings in polyester and polyurethane systems. Track record of accomplishments that include product developement, cost reduction, improving quality and introducing new products manufacturing and sales.
EXPERIENCE: R&D Technician – May 2012 - Present
The Sherwin-Williams Company, Product Finishes R&D- Chicago, Illinois
The sole hands on lab person handling the successful development of Chemical Agent Resistant Powder Coatings. Powder coatings were developed and qualified to meet MIL-PRF-32348 Type III.
Panel preparation per military specifications and physical testing of coating systems according to MIL-PRF-32348. (QUV, adhesion, flexibility, gloss, color, infrared reflectance).
Prepared all panels that were submitted for outside testing at places such as the Army Research Lab.
Formulated and optimized powder coatings for hiding, color and IR reflectance to meet requirements
Trained sales representatives in the application of CARC powder coating systems.
Product formulation and color matching of polyester and urethane powder coating systems
Lab Technician – June 2009 – August 2009
Purdue Calumet – Hammond, IN
Assisted Dr. Robert Napora on Minerva Project at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory.
Tested scintillator assemblies prior to assembly.
Assembled detector modules
Assisted in the construction of Minerva detector.
Assisted in the analysis of data.
Inspector/Supervisor – June 2008 – January 2009
Sterling Engineering – Elmhurst, IL
Served as quality control inspector; inspected finished parts for shipment.
Performed dimensional measurements on parts to ensure parts meet blueprint specifications.
Inspector/Supervisor – October 2005 – December 2007
Union Tank Car – Chicago, IL
Inspected welds, brake systems, fittings assembly, and paint system to AAR specifications.
Performed final inspection of tank car assembly.
Technician - October 2001 – December 2004
Hjertquist Motors – Schererville, IN
Utilized advance diagnostic techniques to repair emissions controls.
Rebuild manual transmissions and differentials.
Repair automatic transmissions.
Repair suspensions and drivetrains.
Diagnose and repair drivability problems.
Technician - November 2000 – October 2001
Hilbish Ford – Kannapolis, NC
Utilized advance diagnostic techniques to repair emissions controls.
Rebuild manual transmissions and differentials.
Repair automatic transmissions.
Repair suspensions and drivetrains.
Diagnose and repair drivability problems.
Technician - August 1999 – November 2000
Salisbury Lincoln Motors – Salisbury, NC
Utilized advance diagnostic techniques to repair emissions controls.
Rebuild manual transmissions and differentials.
Repair automatic transmissions.
Repair suspensions and drivetrains.
Diagnose and repair drivability problems
Inspector/Supervisor – April 1989 – July 1996
Hadady Corporation – Dyer, IN
Performed gage calibrations and maintained records.
Programmed and operated coordinate measuring machines
Trained machine operators and inspectors.
Supervised inspectors in the absence of manager.
Performed casting layouts according to blueprint specifications.
EDUCATION: Purdue University – Calumet - Hammond, IN
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Minor Mathematics
Expected graduation date 2018
Wyoming Technical Institute – Laramie, WY
Graduated 1999 – Grade A
SKILLS: Manufacturing Equipment
Powder coatings twin screw extruder operation and repair
Applications
Experienced with electrostatic and HVLP.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Member, American Mathematical Association
Member, Calumet Astronomical Society
CERTIFICATIONS
Magnetic Particle Inspection.
Gage Calibration Systems, Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility.
Geopak programmer.
Completion of courses in visual weld inspection bubble leak testing.
ASE certified in engine repair