Synopsis

I am a Polymer Chemist and Technologist experienced in Research and Development of various rubber formulations and compounding. I am skilled in resolving problems associated with the manufacturing of rubber and plastic components. My expertise is in rubber formulations for Pharmaceutical applications.

Professional Qualification:
As a professional in the field of Polymer Science and Technology, my positions in the corporate world have included those of Research Chemist and Technologist, Research Manager and In-House Consultant.

Objective:
Seeking Management, Research and Development, Technical Sales or Teaching position with special interest in Chemistry.

Skills:
Manage and conduct Research Projects, Conduct Qualitative/Quantitative Analysis, Prepare laboratory training, analytical procedures and documents in compliance with FDA and ASTM Regulatory requirements.

Professional Experience:

2006 to 2009               

Grierger Motor Sales
Valparaiso, Indiana 46385
Service Department -- Driver

Actively searching Polymer Chemist and Technology position through Professional Search Organizations, Professional News Magazines and Job postings e.g. Monster, Giland Careers and Cyber

1984 to 2006

Gettig Pharmaceutical Instrument Company
Knox, Indiana 46534
Technical Director

  +  Research and Development of Rubber Compounds and Training and Supervising laboratory assistants.
  +  Over seeing and assisting in the new manufacturing processes for both Rubber and Plastic products.
  +  Recommanded flashless injection molds for Canulae covers and other rubber products and machinery.
  +  Developed Laboratory, Clean Room procedures for Rubber and Plastic materials and products.
  +  Trained cleanroom personnel and monitored clean rooms.
  +  Designed Biohazard-Liner and tools for transporting Radio Active Drugs.
  +  Assist sales personnel and promote new pharmaceutical devices for Drug Packaging and Dispensing in
      compliance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and individual foreign countries Drug Laws.

1982 - 1983

Burton Rubber Processing Inc. [M.H. Hanna/PolyOne]
Burton, Ohio 44021
Senior Chemist - Technical Service

  +  Research and Development of Rubber Compounds to meet ASTM and customer requirements.
  +  Assist in efficiently manufacturing of rubber compounds and support sales promotion.

1977 - 1981

The West Company ( West Pharmaceutical)
Phoenixville, Pennsylvania 19460
Technical Director - International Division

  +  Research and Development of Rubber Packaging components for drugs in accordance with FDA and
      individual foregin countries drug laws.
  +  Over see Quality of raw materials and finished goods in foreign countries.

1973 - 1977

Pharma - Gummi Wimmer West GmbH ( Pharma-Gummi)
Eschweiler, Germany
Polymer Chemist and Technologist

  +  Research and Development of Rubber and Plastic drug packaging components.
  +  Assisting and maintaining quality in foreign countries and provide Technical support. 
  +  Supervise and manage the laboratory staff conducting analytical work on rubber-drug compatibility.

1972 - 1973

Fit-Gummiwerk
Neu-Isenburg, Germany
Polymer Chemist and Technologist and Assistant Plant Manager

1969 - 1972

Hoesch-Chemie GmbH ( Akzo-Chemie GmbH)
Dueren, Germany
Polymer Chemist and Technologist

  +  Research and Development of Rubber compounds utilizing Silicas/Silicates.
  +  Customer Service and promote sales in foreign countries.

Education:
National College of Rubber Technology, London, England
Bachelor of Science (Hons.) [B.Sc. (Hons.)], Polymer Science and Technology
Associateship of the National College of Rubber Technolgy - A.N.C.R.T.

Westminster College, London, England
"A" Levels