01/2018 – jetzt PU R&D TS/D Senior Technologist & ProjectleaderIndependent formulation development for pillows (VE, Hypersoft, HR)Introduction of systems to customers and support of customer advisors in EMEA (Italy, Spain, Hungary, Turkey, France) and sales functions in APAC / LA / NA in the implementation of pillow systemsCooperation with marketing in the ComfortScience DOWAuthor of more than 20 scientific reports01/2015 – 06/2019 PU R&D TS/D Technologist & LehrmeisterReorganization and development of the laboratory technician training program in cooperation with the Canton of Zurich, Cantonal Laboratory, Winterthur Vocational School and HRPersonnel responsibility for 7 apprentices and 9 trainersEducation and training of new employeesParticipation in and guided tours of various events and laboratory tours12/2012 – 12/2014 PU R&D TS/D Senior Technician & Lab LeaderResponsible for the production of fast, reliable and precise data for various flexible foam technologiesOptimization and organization of new foam workplacesEnsuring the ISO certifications of the laboratory

04/2008 – 11/2012 PU Automotive Development Senior Technician Recipe development and adjustments for automotive applications (carpet / NVG)Accompanying customer visitsMaterial tests in the acoustics / sound areaFocus on emission reductions for automotive interior applications (VOC / FOG for VDA 278)02/1999 – 03/2008 PU flexible Research Technician Basic research on flexible PU foam (block and molded foam)Synthesis of Prepolymers for improved material propertiesImplementation of laboratory results on high pressure machinesSecurity and quality managementTraining as a teacher for apprentices