Research Technician Lab

John Nagle

Ann Arbor, MI ● 734-***-**** ● **********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Motivated mineralogical and metallurgical scientist, seeking a position within a metallurgy lab/production setting.

Experience working in lab and industrial settings, with demonstrated skills in mineral and metal sample preparation, metallography and physical testing.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Outstanding skills in data collection and recording, disseminating data and providing oral and written technical reports.

Proficient in conducting bench scale and pilot scale tests

Familiarity with general hand and shop tools as well as technical lab equipment; balances, micrometers, environmental controls and metering equipment

Experienced with microscopy and XRF and XRD and SME techniques

Strong leadership skills, with an ability to work as part of a team and independently

Organized, meticulous and dedicated with strong environmental and safety ethic

EDUCATION

Applied Science in Metallurgy & Materials Associate Science

Schoolcraft College, Livonia, MI

Relevant Coursework includes Metallography, Heat Treatment, Testing

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies/Earth Sciences 2008

University of North Carolina at Asheville, Asheville, NC

EXPERIENCE

Quality Control/ Metallurgy Lab Technician 2020 - Present

OEB Brugola Plymouth, MI

Ensuring product quality through physical and chemical testing for Tier 2 automotive fasteners supplier

Developing active audit and performance goals and metrics

Construction Materials Research Technician 2015 – 2017

Materials Testing Consultants, Grand Rapids/Ann Arbor, MI

Conducted testing of concrete, asphalt and soil

Worked under strict timelines and guidelines to prove acceptable production for major infrastructure construction installations, including commercial foundations and major transportation projects.

Minerals Separation Technologist 2012 – 2015

Eriez Magnetics, Erie, PA

Carried out mineral testing as part of pilot plant initiative

Involved with numerous plant installations in major copper, iron and silica districts.

Extensive experience with travel to remote locations with the ability to develop work plans and the ability to self-start on technical and mechanical issues

Involved in development of safety routines and assessment

Minerals Research Technician 2004 – 2011

North Carolina State University Minerals Research Lab, Asheville, NC

Responsible for bench and pilot testing and equipment

Was part of the team that transitioned from pilot studies to full scale production

Conducted safety training with students and coworkers in alignment with OSHA and MSHA guidelines

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