Senior Research Specialist for over 20 years of hands-on experience supporting research and development for enterprise companies in the medical device sector. Hands-on and motivated self-starter focused on leveraging expertise in testing, compliance, data analytics, and creative problem solving to develop technical solutions that drive innovation. 19 patents granted. Four inventions developed and launched into production. EHS coordinator for materials and testing lab for 10+ years.Senior Materials Laboratory Technician with 4 years of hands-on experience supporting failure analysis and materials sample preparation for the automotive sector. Research and development on automotive paints and rust inhibitors along with age testing, impact testing, adhesion testing, permeability testing and as a production foundry molding operator.Extensive knowledge in troubleshooting: automotive engines, computer operating systems, laboratory equipment, high temperature furnaces and components and manufacturing process related problems. Basic knowledge of electric and very mechanically inclined.Three years in retail selling sporting good products as a sales associate and currently a department manager for the fishing department at Sportsman’s Warehouse. Very proficient in merchandising products, customer support and working together as a team lead to better profit for the business. Very knowledgeable in hunting, fishing, guns, camping and all types of sporting goods.19 Patents Granted