Primarily performed mechanical properties testing for aluminum rolled products. I was brought in to help with the increased workload associated with the expansion of the company into the automotive industry. I was also cross trained in chemical and optical emission spectrometry labs to help fill in when needed.

Led a crew up to 12 union employees and was not only responsible for coordinating production, but also carrying out safety and quality control objectives for my crew. I also communicated equipment issues to maintenance to coordinate the best time to perform work while maintaining production goals. This position also allowed me to interface with outside customers to meet their metal needs and maintain those relationships for the company. Was also the company representative for our ISO program that involved leading all internal audits and interfacing with outside auditors.

X-Ray chemist operating XRD and XRF instruments. Quality testing of raw and in process materials.

Manufactured fuel cells for handheld breath alcohol testers

Operated, maintained, and monitored quality of the ultra pure water filtration system at TVA Paradise in Drakesboro, KY