RONALD A. CAVALIER
Brunswick, Ohio 44212
813-***-**** (Cell)
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CAREER SUMMARY
Technical experience in product lines of oils, natural gas, paints, coatings, ceramics, carbons, cosmetics and raw materials. Experience in renal patient care and minor repairs of dialysis apparatus as certified dialysis technician. A quick learner who works well with little supervision and enjoys problem-solving tasks. Proven ability to troubleshoot and correct analytical, mechanical and electrical problems in a laboratory and plant setting.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Sherwin Williams, 4440 Warrensville Center Road, Warrensville Hts., OH
TECHNICIAN III/Equipment Maintenance Coordinator - 11/00 to 02/08
Was responsible for RO/DI water system which consisted of both maintenance and monitoring water quality. Worked independently on the development of new paints and associated technologies in the area of exterior automotive finishes involving both solvent and water-based systems. Was responsible for simulated weathering tests and maintenance of Xenon, QUV and humidity cabinets.
Bonne Bell, 1006 Crocker Road, Westlake, OH
QUALITY CONTROL CHEMIST - 3/99 to 11/00
Ensured the specifications in production of numerous cosmetic products. Characteristics such as specific gravity, pH, viscosity, and color were measured and checked against specs.
Kirkwood Industries, Inc., Carbon Division, Cleveland, Ohio
SENIOR QUALITY CONTROL TECHNOLOGIST - 3/98 to 3/99
Worked closely with production to ensure quality carbon product. Checking such characteristics as electrical resistance, tensile strength and densities. Gave final approval for product to be prepared to ship to customer.
Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio
LABORATORY ASSISTANT and other temp jobs while attending school - 12/94 to 3/98
Preparation of chemical experiments for students of labs in Chemistry Department (part-time) and various temporary jobs while attending school and caring for ailing mother.
Ron’s Resume – Page Two
East Ohio Gas Company, Cleveland, Ohio
LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST - 8/93 to 9/94
Responsible for East Ohio Gas Company’s natural gas analysis. Involved in testing and analysis of natural gas leak detection. Maintenance and upkeep of automated gas chromatography data system.
BP America, Inc. - 1/79 to 12/92
Warrensville Heights, Ohio - Research Center
CHEMIST I/LABORATORY TECHNICIAN/PILOT PLANT OPERATOR (through promotions)
Responsible for development of methods in gas chromatography for refineries in the petrochemical industry. Analyzed hydrocarbon samples from drilling sites by gas chromatography and liquid chromatography. Served as System Manager for HP3354 Lab Automated System that fingerprinted all drilling samples. Responsible for recovery runs on chemical reactors including mechanical maintenance and modifications of reactors.
Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio - 1977 - 1978
CERTIFIED HEMODIALYSIS TECHNICIAN
Provided dialysis therapy to chronic patients. Set up, maintained and made minor repairs to dialysis apparatus. Recognized complications during treatment and took corrective action. Maintained unit’s central batch dialysate system.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio (Part-time) - 9/94 to 2001
Chemical Engineering Major - Physics Minor
Cuyahoga Community College, Cleveland, Ohio - Certificate in Renal Technology
(Graduated No. 1 in Class) - 11/76 to 11/77
Prior Certification - Board of Nephrology Examiners, Philadelphia, PA