Experience

DaVinci Roofscapes, a Westlake Company

• United States
• Wholesale Building Materials
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Process Engineer

  • Jul 2022 - Present



Splintek, Inc.

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chemist

  • Jan 2019 - Sep 2022

  Manage the Research and Development Lab at Splintek, which manufactures high-quality healthcare products to enhance the quality of life for our customers by providing a more comfortable and healthier sleeping experience. Splintek manufactures both prescription and over-the-counter products under the SleepRight® and HearRight® brand names. The products include low-temp and non-boil dental guards, tongue cleaners, nasal breathe aids, vapor inhalers, sleep inhalers, ear plugs, and memory foam… Show more Manage the Research and Development Lab at Splintek, which manufactures high-quality healthcare products to enhance the quality of life for our customers by providing a more comfortable and healthier sleeping experience. Splintek manufactures both prescription and over-the-counter products under the SleepRight® and HearRight® brand names. The products include low-temp and non-boil dental guards, tongue cleaners, nasal breathe aids, vapor inhalers, sleep inhalers, ear plugs, and memory foam pillows. Operate the R&D lab to support production, test products, and participate in new product development projects. Support production by preparing resin formulations for injection molded healthcare products. Test product by conducting wear testing trials on dental guards to support product claims. Analyzing the wear on the dental guards and surface roughness of ceramic materials using a Keyence 3D microscope. Participate in new product development projects by manufacturing current and new products with new materials or designs and testing the new products to evaluate conformance for product launch. Coordinate and review out-sourced bio-compatibility testing with approved research organizations to ensure new product are compliant with FDA regulations. Submit 510(K) forms to the FDA for approval of marketing new products. Coordinate and maintain proper calibration for all needed lab equipment .

• Chemist/Quality Manager

  • Jan 2019 - Jan 2020

  Operate the R&D lab to support production, test product, and participate in new product development projects. Support production by preparing resin formulations for injection molded healthcare products. Test product by conducting wear testing trials on dental guards to support product claims. Analyzing the wear on the dental guards and surface roughness of ceramic materials using a Keyence 3D microscope. Participate in new product development projects by manufacturing current and new products… Show more Operate the R&D lab to support production, test product, and participate in new product development projects. Support production by preparing resin formulations for injection molded healthcare products. Test product by conducting wear testing trials on dental guards to support product claims. Analyzing the wear on the dental guards and surface roughness of ceramic materials using a Keyence 3D microscope. Participate in new product development projects by manufacturing current and new products with new materials or designs and testing the new products to evaluate conformance for product launch. Ensure the company and employees follow all federal and global regulations, as well as meet all customer requirements and agreements set forth by the quality management system. Coordinate and review out-sourced bio-compatibility testing with approved research organizations to ensure new product are compliant with FDA regulations. Submit 510(K) forms to the FDA for approval of marketing new product. Coordinate and maintain proper calibration for all needed lab equipment .



Honeywell

• United States
• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Scientist II

  • Jun 2017 - Jan 2019

  Managed the thermal analysis lab in the analytical department to support both development and production projects. Administered various thermal analysis instruments and techniques; such as TA Instruments thermogravimetric analyzer (TGA), differential scanning calorimeter (DSC), and thermal mechanical analyzer (TMA); as well as three Netzsch dilatometers. Test samples included determining weight loss, residue, melting point, degree of curing, glass transition temperature, and coefficient of… Show more Managed the thermal analysis lab in the analytical department to support both development and production projects. Administered various thermal analysis instruments and techniques; such as TA Instruments thermogravimetric analyzer (TGA), differential scanning calorimeter (DSC), and thermal mechanical analyzer (TMA); as well as three Netzsch dilatometers. Test samples included determining weight loss, residue, melting point, degree of curing, glass transition temperature, and coefficient of thermal expansion in plastics, polymeric materials, and ceramics. Maintained work instructions and lab procedures for the analysis equipment for training purposes that included more through documented information. Established new instrument procedures for novel samples; maintained testing procedures for legacy materials; and improved calibration procedures to provide more adequate and consistent data. Interfaced with engineers and customers to develop instrument methods and procedures pertaining to their specific material and analysis requirements. Interpreted both production and development samples, proposed theories based on results, and wrote reports. Received my Six Sigma Greenbelt through Honeywell. Was promoted from a Scientist I to a Scientist II in 16 months of working at Honeywell. Show less Managed the thermal analysis lab in the analytical department to support both development and production projects. Administered various thermal analysis instruments and techniques; such as TA Instruments thermogravimetric analyzer (TGA), differential scanning calorimeter (DSC), and thermal mechanical analyzer (TMA); as well as three Netzsch dilatometers. Test samples included determining weight loss, residue, melting point, degree of curing, glass transition temperature, and coefficient of… Show more Managed the thermal analysis lab in the analytical department to support both development and production projects. Administered various thermal analysis instruments and techniques; such as TA Instruments thermogravimetric analyzer (TGA), differential scanning calorimeter (DSC), and thermal mechanical analyzer (TMA); as well as three Netzsch dilatometers. Test samples included determining weight loss, residue, melting point, degree of curing, glass transition temperature, and coefficient of thermal expansion in plastics, polymeric materials, and ceramics. Maintained work instructions and lab procedures for the analysis equipment for training purposes that included more through documented information. Established new instrument procedures for novel samples; maintained testing procedures for legacy materials; and improved calibration procedures to provide more adequate and consistent data. Interfaced with engineers and customers to develop instrument methods and procedures pertaining to their specific material and analysis requirements. Interpreted both production and development samples, proposed theories based on results, and wrote reports. Received my Six Sigma Greenbelt through Honeywell. Was promoted from a Scientist I to a Scientist II in 16 months of working at Honeywell. Show less



Pittsburg State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Graduate Research Assistant

  • Aug 2015 - May 2017

  Conducted compounding research on a lab-scale Thermo Fisher Scientific Process 11 twin screw extruder. Extruded both semi-crystalline and amorphous thermoplastic resins to study the affects of processing and recycling on the materials. Produced plastic extrudate from the extruder; then ground up extrudate and used the regrind to injection mold tensile test bars for tensile testing using an Arburg injection molding machine. Performed tensile testing on a MTS Corporation mechanical tester to… Show more Conducted compounding research on a lab-scale Thermo Fisher Scientific Process 11 twin screw extruder. Extruded both semi-crystalline and amorphous thermoplastic resins to study the affects of processing and recycling on the materials. Produced plastic extrudate from the extruder; then ground up extrudate and used the regrind to injection mold tensile test bars for tensile testing using an Arburg injection molding machine. Performed tensile testing on a MTS Corporation mechanical tester to compare mechanical properties on various processed and recycled parts. Evaluated the thermal stability of the samples by a TA Instruments Thermogravimetric Analyzer (TGA); as well as studied the crystallization temperature, melting temperature, and glass transition temperature of samples by a TA Instruments Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC). Wrote work instructions for the Process 11 for training proposes, provided training on the Process 11 and the analytical equipment; and supervised an undergraduate student conducting research to evaluate the distribution of filler by the Process 11. Compounded commercial and experimental siloxane polymers with three silica fillers using the Process 11 to produce appropriate materials for potential additive manufacturing applications. The polymers and fillers were premixed together before extrusion, they were then further mixed by the Process 11 to produce extrudate, and the extrudate was characterized for specific properties. The formulated materials were tested by TGA to evaluate the distribution of filler, the yield stress of the materials was determined by oscillatory rheometry, and the thixotropic behavior was studied in the materials by flow rheology Rheological testing was performed on a TA Instruments rotational rheometer. Trained a graduate student on the various processing and characterization techniques to continue further research. Presented two posters and defended a master’s thesis on the work performed. Show less Conducted compounding research on a lab-scale Thermo Fisher Scientific Process 11 twin screw extruder. Extruded both semi-crystalline and amorphous thermoplastic resins to study the affects of processing and recycling on the materials. Produced plastic extrudate from the extruder; then ground up extrudate and used the regrind to injection mold tensile test bars for tensile testing using an Arburg injection molding machine. Performed tensile testing on a MTS Corporation mechanical tester to… Show more Conducted compounding research on a lab-scale Thermo Fisher Scientific Process 11 twin screw extruder. Extruded both semi-crystalline and amorphous thermoplastic resins to study the affects of processing and recycling on the materials. Produced plastic extrudate from the extruder; then ground up extrudate and used the regrind to injection mold tensile test bars for tensile testing using an Arburg injection molding machine. Performed tensile testing on a MTS Corporation mechanical tester to compare mechanical properties on various processed and recycled parts. Evaluated the thermal stability of the samples by a TA Instruments Thermogravimetric Analyzer (TGA); as well as studied the crystallization temperature, melting temperature, and glass transition temperature of samples by a TA Instruments Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC). Wrote work instructions for the Process 11 for training proposes, provided training on the Process 11 and the analytical equipment; and supervised an undergraduate student conducting research to evaluate the distribution of filler by the Process 11. Compounded commercial and experimental siloxane polymers with three silica fillers using the Process 11 to produce appropriate materials for potential additive manufacturing applications. The polymers and fillers were premixed together before extrusion, they were then further mixed by the Process 11 to produce extrudate, and the extrudate was characterized for specific properties. The formulated materials were tested by TGA to evaluate the distribution of filler, the yield stress of the materials was determined by oscillatory rheometry, and the thixotropic behavior was studied in the materials by flow rheology Rheological testing was performed on a TA Instruments rotational rheometer. Trained a graduate student on the various processing and characterization techniques to continue further research. Presented two posters and defended a master’s thesis on the work performed. Show less



Etco Specialty Products Inc

• United States
• Research Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Machine Technician

  • Jan 2013 - Aug 2015

  Learned and performed various processing techniques to prevent flash, blushing, and weld lines on PVC, Nylon, and Polypropylene parts using JSW injection molding machines. Assisted in mold cleaning, mold changeovers, and insert changes for new production runs. Prepared resin for parts, ground up scrap parts (recycled material), and cleaned production lines for new product when the lines were switched over. Trimmed, organized, and boxed finished parts to be shipped to customers. Obtained a… Show more Learned and performed various processing techniques to prevent flash, blushing, and weld lines on PVC, Nylon, and Polypropylene parts using JSW injection molding machines. Assisted in mold cleaning, mold changeovers, and insert changes for new production runs. Prepared resin for parts, ground up scrap parts (recycled material), and cleaned production lines for new product when the lines were switched over. Trimmed, organized, and boxed finished parts to be shipped to customers. Obtained a forklift certification. Show less Learned and performed various processing techniques to prevent flash, blushing, and weld lines on PVC, Nylon, and Polypropylene parts using JSW injection molding machines. Assisted in mold cleaning, mold changeovers, and insert changes for new production runs. Prepared resin for parts, ground up scrap parts (recycled material), and cleaned production lines for new product when the lines were switched over. Trimmed, organized, and boxed finished parts to be shipped to customers. Obtained a… Show more Learned and performed various processing techniques to prevent flash, blushing, and weld lines on PVC, Nylon, and Polypropylene parts using JSW injection molding machines. Assisted in mold cleaning, mold changeovers, and insert changes for new production runs. Prepared resin for parts, ground up scrap parts (recycled material), and cleaned production lines for new product when the lines were switched over. Trimmed, organized, and boxed finished parts to be shipped to customers. Obtained a forklift certification. Show less



Pittsburg State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Research Assistant

  • May 2014 - May 2015

  Performed research on various polyethylene-based formulations to produce sample parts by rotational molding for potential fuel tank applications. Gained experience on a Medkeff-nye Roto-Lab Machine to produce the parts with four diverse fillers. Specimens were cut from sample parts for IZOD impact testing using a Testing Machines Inc. (TMI) impact tester. Specimens were also cut for uniform thickness measurements and to conduct permeation studies. Additional sample parts were dropped off of a… Show more Performed research on various polyethylene-based formulations to produce sample parts by rotational molding for potential fuel tank applications. Gained experience on a Medkeff-nye Roto-Lab Machine to produce the parts with four diverse fillers. Specimens were cut from sample parts for IZOD impact testing using a Testing Machines Inc. (TMI) impact tester. Specimens were also cut for uniform thickness measurements and to conduct permeation studies. Additional sample parts were dropped off of a scaffold to measure impact strength (specific test for fuel tanks). Wrote a summary paper about the project to create and present a poster at ANTEC; which was apart of the National Plastic Exposition (NPE) in 2015. Wrote work instructions for the rotational molding machine to help students get a better understanding of how the machine starts up and operates. Show less Performed research on various polyethylene-based formulations to produce sample parts by rotational molding for potential fuel tank applications. Gained experience on a Medkeff-nye Roto-Lab Machine to produce the parts with four diverse fillers. Specimens were cut from sample parts for IZOD impact testing using a Testing Machines Inc. (TMI) impact tester. Specimens were also cut for uniform thickness measurements and to conduct permeation studies. Additional sample parts were dropped off of a… Show more Performed research on various polyethylene-based formulations to produce sample parts by rotational molding for potential fuel tank applications. Gained experience on a Medkeff-nye Roto-Lab Machine to produce the parts with four diverse fillers. Specimens were cut from sample parts for IZOD impact testing using a Testing Machines Inc. (TMI) impact tester. Specimens were also cut for uniform thickness measurements and to conduct permeation studies. Additional sample parts were dropped off of a scaffold to measure impact strength (specific test for fuel tanks). Wrote a summary paper about the project to create and present a poster at ANTEC; which was apart of the National Plastic Exposition (NPE) in 2015. Wrote work instructions for the rotational molding machine to help students get a better understanding of how the machine starts up and operates. Show less



Farm Bureau Financial Services

• United States
• Insurance
• 700 & Above Employee

• Cleaner

  • Aug 2010 - Aug 2013

  Maintained a clean working environment by dusting, vacuuming, and sweeping floors of an insurance office over the weekends. Cleaned bathrooms, took out the trash, and picked up trash outside. In the summer, I would occasionally mow the lawn and in the winter I would shovel the parking lot of snow and ice. Maintained a clean working environment by dusting, vacuuming, and sweeping floors of an insurance office over the weekends. Cleaned bathrooms, took out the trash, and picked up trash outside. In the summer, I would occasionally mow the lawn and in the winter I would shovel the parking lot of snow and ice.