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South Plainfield, Nj

•Led project to successfully integrate Nekoosa’s large-scale product reformulation operation to their alternate manufacturing site, which contributed towards a significant reduction in product SKUs and material costs, resulting in $500K in savings (EBITA).•Managed the Product Development and Quality Control teams to refine and optimize large-scale product formulations, which reduced raw material usage while maintaining product integrity. Oversight included employee and department… Show more •Led project to successfully integrate Nekoosa’s large-scale product reformulation operation to their alternate manufacturing site, which contributed towards a significant reduction in product SKUs and material costs, resulting in $500K in savings (EBITA).•Managed the Product Development and Quality Control teams to refine and optimize large-scale product formulations, which reduced raw material usage while maintaining product integrity. Oversight included employee and department performance, sourcing of new materials, coordinating pilot runs and scale-ups, calibration of equipment and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs).•Collaborated with Supply Chain and Logistics to conduct comprehensive risk assessment analysis within the quality control framework of manufacturing operations. Initiatives included the proactive identification and mitigations of hazards across product formulation, raw material selection and manufacturing procedures, ensuring seamless integration of strategic objectives and operational efficiency.•Presented quarterly milestones, budget and finances, market research and departmental objectives to executive management team to ensure organizational alignment and achievement of annual objectives.•Revised and maintained in-house Quality Systems, conducted customer, supplier and internal audits, and performed Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) assessments to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 QMS policies.•Orchestrated cross-functional teams, collaborating with departments such as Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Marketing, Finance, and Customer Service.•Partnered with customers to provide technical support and develop solutions that address their requirements as well as suppliers to identify products to innovate and expand Nekoosa’s product portfolio. Show less

Carlstadt, New Jersey

•Introduced and implemented direct pressure emulsion technology, empowering the R&D department to create a cost- effective water-based adhesion promoter, which both reduced costs and enhanced product performance. The resulting product was critical in securing a new client contract which generated an annual revenue of $350,000.•Independently formulated new products, and enhanced pre-existing SKUs, to successfully complete 20+ customer adhesive, coating and/or textile application… Show more •Introduced and implemented direct pressure emulsion technology, empowering the R&D department to create a cost- effective water-based adhesion promoter, which both reduced costs and enhanced product performance. The resulting product was critical in securing a new client contract which generated an annual revenue of $350,000.•Independently formulated new products, and enhanced pre-existing SKUs, to successfully complete 20+ customer adhesive, coating and/or textile application projects.•Traveled to customers’ on-site operations to build relationships, provide technical support, showcase product portfolio, and create project plans for product development and customization.•Created SOPs, developed material for laboratory instrumentation, and trained the staff to conduct universal ASTM test methods. Show less

Morristown, New Jersey

Supported the Specialty Products group with a primary focus on low molecular weight polyethylene wax additives for adhesives. Effectively communicated project progress and managed expectations through detailed monthly reports and NPD Stage Gate Review. • Technical Lead in the development of a patented anti-block treatment contributing to a $500,000 revenue.• Led technical aspects of the core COHESA® emulsion line from concept to commercialization.• Collaborated with domestic and… Show more Supported the Specialty Products group with a primary focus on low molecular weight polyethylene wax additives for adhesives. Effectively communicated project progress and managed expectations through detailed monthly reports and NPD Stage Gate Review. • Technical Lead in the development of a patented anti-block treatment contributing to a $500,000 revenue.• Led technical aspects of the core COHESA® emulsion line from concept to commercialization.• Collaborated with domestic and international tollers on pilot SOP and large-scale batch production. Show less

Bloomfield, New Jersey

Managed and conducted technical service projects for customers in diverse industries such as paints, coatings, inks, adhesives, and personal care. Collaborated with a major paint manufacturer on the successful completion of a long-term project, resulting in a defoamer/surfactant recommendation. The collaborative efforts contributed to a substantial $250,000 increase in annual sales.• Created new test methodologies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for industry applications… Show more Managed and conducted technical service projects for customers in diverse industries such as paints, coatings, inks, adhesives, and personal care. Collaborated with a major paint manufacturer on the successful completion of a long-term project, resulting in a defoamer/surfactant recommendation. The collaborative efforts contributed to a substantial $250,000 increase in annual sales.• Created new test methodologies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for industry applications. • Presented project results to the sales team through detailed reports and provided product recommendations that outlined improved performance, product consolidation, and cost reduction. Show less