Stephen A. Macklin
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Hancock, MI 49930
Objective Seeking a full time position to expand my knowledge and experience in the field of chemical engineering. My interests include polymer science and recently paper science and engineering.
Education Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI
B.S. Chemical Engineering
Minor in Polymer Science
Departmental G.P.A.: 3.21
Expected Graduation: December 2011
Relevant Coursework: Intro to Polymer Science, Polymer Sci. Laboratory, Polymer Rheology, Polymer Chemistry, Unit Operations and Plant Operations
Project/ Work
Experience
Neenah Paper Inc. Technical Products, Munising, Michigan
Summer 2011
• Participated in projects to audit current operations, reduce raw material costs, and focus on implementing cost savings measures.
• Gained important knowledge of paper production and industrial practices
• Pushed through programs to save money without sacrificing quality
Chemistry Stores, Houghton, Michigan
Summer 2010
• Classified, organized, and sold chemicals and chemical supplies
• Maintained accurate inventories and managed receiving inventories including supplies, equipment and hazardous chemicals.
• Observed and became familiar with safety procedures related to chemical handling and storage.
Pig Iron Analysis Project, Houghton, Michigan
Summer 2009
• Worked independently analyzing iron ore samples to maximize quality and minimize impurities within the pig iron pellets.
• Used equipment such as roll and rod grinders, pelletizing drum, and spectrophotometer.
Activities
Member of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity
Fall 2007-Present
• Officer positions include recruitment chair and risk manager.
• Produced a harm reduction report which included the design, implementation, and documentation of programs that I prepared, saving 15% on our overall chapter insurance.
Computer
Skills
Microsoft Windows/ Linux
• Microsoft Excel, Word, and Visio
• Oracle Applications
• Unigraphics Modeling Software
• Mathcad, Matlab, other computational software