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Highly accomplished and quality-focused senior operations executive with extensive experience in mechanical engineering, patent writing, program management, application testing, product and process development, design for assembly, fabrication technologies, technology transfer, and sourcing. Roll your sleeves up hands on processor leveraging exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, and managerial skills to provide technical and strategic leadership in organizations, along with support and training of global teams. Adaptable to changing situations with ability to think strategically and critically in high pressure situations. A visionary disruptive innovator, and team-oriented collaborative leader who exemplifies integrity, adaptability, and resilience. ACCOLADES* Developed and patented an industrial compostable paper recyclable replacement for single use plastic containers using acetate film and formed sugar cane pulp. * Developed a technology transfer package for Corning® ColdForm™ Technology and closed the first Technology Transfer Evaluation Agreement for the technology* Developed advanced glass lamination, composites auto paint replacement & solar roof tiles for Tesla* Two top 20 programs for 2015 ranked #1 and #2 with NPVs of $139MM and $43MM* Delivered 7% Incr Rev of $36 Million Product Line, resulting in $14.7 Million in CM for 2006 * Global expert with over 28 years experience in development and global translation of in-mold decoration (IMD, FIM)* Invented and Developed $63 million Freezer Film Market AWARDSDan Fox Award Recipient, 2014 (for product innovations: Freezer Film, LEXAPANEL, IMD, thin glass cold form Lamination)Management Award, 2001-2003, 2005-2007Product and Technology Leader utilized as a role model and mentor for new associates by developing new growth strategies and sharing global best practices; Trainer for Product Line, Conversion Technology, and Customer Needs Mapping.Technical SKILLSBusiness Development, Ability to adapt technologies and develop solutions, Technical Project Management. 3D Metal Printing, Water Jet Processing, Autoclave Lamination, Injection Molding, Forming Technologies, Matched Tool Trimming, Decorative Technologies, Ultrasonic Welding, Adhesive Bonding, Fabrication, Application Testing, Application Testing Equipment design, Failure Analysis, In-Mold Decoration/Film Insert Molding and In-Mold Electronics, Tool Building and Processing for Forming, Trimming, and Injection Molding, Extensive Vacuum Bagging and Autoclave Expertise. Microsoft Office Suite, Apple Products.
Panasonic Automotive
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Panasonic AutomotivePittsfield, Ma, Us
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Consultant For Panasonic AutomotivePanasonic Automotive Jan 2021 - Jan 2023Peachtree City, Georgia, UsIntroduced by McDermid as a world expert in IMD. Film Insert Molding and molded in electronics expert called in to assist Panasonic’s vendor Sunningdale at both Singapore and Malaysia facilities having yield issues with starting yields of under 15%. Traveled to Singapore and then to Malaysia on a separate trip. Spent one month at each facility assisting with the identification of process missteps causing the yield issues. Conducted and lead daily round table discussions to identify key issues resulting in yield loss. Quickly determined that the removal of masking done press side was a major contributor to contamination. Process was altered to remove masking prior to delivery to the press operator. Process was also altered to include the use of an anti static blower and string to remove the static created from the removal of the masking. Improved housekeeping and alterations to the HVAC system were also implemented per my recommendations. Yield on all 8 components increased to well over 95% at both facilities saving Panasonic over $400000 monthly in air freight charges.
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Director, Specialty Applicactions Program ManagementCelanese 2020 - 2021Irving, Texas, UsIdentified key trends in Energy Infrastructure including Storage Systems and EV chargers as relating to engineered thermoplastics and elastomers. Developed and created an extensive executive summary document encompassing renewable and traditional energy infrastructure applications, the use of polymers in them, and the global trends driving growth in the industry. Supported sales and marketing strategy and implementation for EV OEMs and battery suppliers. Transitioned to the newly created renewables team in July 2021 to focus on food packaging solutions. • Led discussions between Tesla and Celanese to look at adoption of Tesla energy storage solutions using Celanese polymers in Celanese purchased units and to use the systems as a pilot program for Tesla sourcing to evaluate alternative materials for their systems. • Facilitated a breakout session between Cascade Engineering and Microvast to evaluate material and processing solutions that could accelerate the adoption of the Microvast battery system in delivery vehicle systems. • Developed and patented paper recyclable and industrial compostable replacement for single-use plastic containers for frozen foods in cooperation with Sonoco, using acetate film and organic-formed pulp containers made from sugar cane pulp. -
ConsultantOpen To Discussion 2020 - 2020
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Sr Mgr 3D Cold Form Technology TransfersCorning Incorporated 2019 - 2020Corning, New York, UsIdentified key automotive trends in Americas to drive development of product/technology roadmap. Developed technology transfer package to teach and proliferate 3D cold forming of auto displays to Tier 1 and 2 suppliers. Organized and hosted technology days to demonstrate Corning’s technologies and expertise and tied to signing technology transfer evaluation agreements. • Authored white paper entitled “Glass on Frame Lamination with Displays” published in internal publication Redlines and leading to invention disclosure. • Managed development and fabrication for build of four demonstrators showcasing technology at CES2020 with global teams. • Consulted with SolaBlock for vertical building integrated solar wall system and introduced a new glass system called Concanoga glass as high-strength option for ground floor and military installations. • Negotiated technology transfer evaluation agreements with Volvo and Alpine. • Developed and patented glass on frame lamination with displays technology. -
Sr. Mgr. Commercial Technology AmericasCorning Incorporated Apr 2019 - Oct 2019Corning, New York, Us
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Staff Engineer - 413 441 6896Tesla 2016 - 2019Austin, Texas, UsDeveloped product and processing technologies that challenged current paradigms for manufacturing automotive and energy products and led teams of direct and indirect reports to do same. Acted as technical interface directing/sourcing material and equipment suppliers as well as contract manufacturers to improve upon and/or invent technologies to meet objective. • Developed and patented glass lamination technology incorporating heater grid, antenna, blackout boarder, and shade band. • Developed and sourced paint replacement technologies including film insert molding, long fiber injection, film on metal, form over part, and composite structures with Class A surfaces. • Led R&D, process, and component development, including solar roof prototypes displayed at 2016 unveiling. Applied for patent on solar roof. Supported sourcing team as technical interface at glass/lamination OEMs. • Developed and applied for patent on solar roof tiles. • Developed and applied for patent on long fiber injection on paint film as means of producing paint-free automotive body panels. -
Senior Staff Engineering Lead 413-441-6896Tesla 2016 - 2019Austin, Texas, UsDeveloped product and processing technologies that challenge current paradigms for manufacturing automotive and energy products. Led teams of direct and indirect reports to do the same. Acted as the technical interface directing/sourcing material and equipment suppliers as well as contract manufacturers to improve upon and or invent technologies to meet this objective. Developed and applied for a patent on glass lamination technology incorporating heater grid, antenna, black out boarder and shade band. Developed and sourced paint replacement technologies including film insert molding, long fiber injection, film on metal, form over part, and composite structures with class A surfaces.
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Chief Scientist - Global Application TechnologySabic 2013 - 2016Riyadh, SaDeveloped and executed technology roadmaps resulting from collaboration with company to create new products from combination of plastic and thin glass. Managed and worked with SABIC/Corning technology teams to prototype multiple product concepts and lead evaluations, including design and sourcing of injection tooling/lamination equipment and code testing. Served as program and technology team manager for development of lightweight windows (up to 70% lighter) for transportation market and of glass insert molding technology. Collaborated closely with colleagues at Corning/SABIC to hit project milestones on time and to develop/present content for Corning/SABIC executive committee reviews. • Played key role in creation of supply, post-supply, and licensing agreements for transportation glazing products. • Ranked first and second on two projects for SABIC top 20 technology programs. • Served as technical team lead and manager on SABIC’s behalf for statements of work and development agreement contract negotiations with Corning. • Received prestigious Dan Fox Award for product innovation for work on in-mold decoration (IMD)/film insert molding (FIM), freezer film, LEXAPANEL, and PC/thin glass for transportation windows. • Passed demanding fire codes for London Underground and applied for three patents around cold form lamination technology for construction. • Developed technology and applied for patent for glass insert molding. -
Global Engineering Manager And Programs LeaderSabic 2008 - 2013Riyadh, SaServed as Americas-based global technical manager focused on developing team of technical development engineers, managing centers of processing excellence, managing sheet and film (including all agency code testing), and developing new platforms and products. Managed, led, and developed six direct and three indirect global reports covering Americas, Europe, and Pacific. Developed centers of excellence for in-mold decoration, thermoforming, engineered identification cards, building and construction, photovoltaics, and lamination, including specifying, sourcing, and operating waterjet and autoclave.Supported and led technical rollout of multiple film and sheet new product introductions, including next-gen freezer film, formable hard coats, coex hard films, FST sheet, and LEXAPANEL standing seam. Invented novel concept and manufacturing process to convert multiwall products into standing seam roofing products. Drove market build of Europe transportation and building and construction (B&C) segments, Americas Eco FR film, freezer film, B&C, transportation and recycled sheet segments, Pacific display, automotive, and consumer electronics segments. • Generated over $10 million in sales of Lexan Freezer Film. • Applied for patents on Generation 2 Lexan Freezer Film, LEXAPANEL standing seam and click products, formable hard coats, and coex hard films.
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Product Manager – Americas Film ProductsGeneral Electric - Plastics - Specialty Film And Sheet 2004 - 20082004-2008. Received two management awards (freezer film and coating capacity increase) and filed four patents. Delivered 7% year-over-year growth in 2006. Increased coating capacity by 35% in 2005 through Lean workouts. Identified $21 million of targets through creating and rolling out product line training to global commercial team. Managed $32 million Americas Film Product line while developing new products and markets to expand portfolio. Exceeded op plan and increased coating capacity by 35% over 2005 through Lean workout. Reduced claims 90% through hands-on process knowledge, Six Sigma, field training, and customer workouts.
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Commercial Technology Manager – Film Products – Ex-PatGeneral Electric - Plastics China- Specialty Film And Sheet 2003 - 2004Trained and supported 29 strategic vendors throughout Pacific region. Increased number of IMD commercial targets from 24 to 100 and from 238 MT to 1961 MT in six months. Trained OEMs, guided part/tool design and sourcing, and developed targets for new film applications at more than 50 OEMs. Received Management Award for Performance for building competency in Pacific Region.
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Various PositionsGeneral Electric - Plastics 1990 - 2003Developed and patented Second Surface in-mold decoration technology. Developed first snap fit design guide and calculator for GE. Built code for and validated tactile feedback design of silicone liquid injection molded keyboards. Developed and filed four patents: US6460417 formable coatings, US6458913 and US6465102 Xylex resin for IMD, and US6117384 IMD. Built global IMD supply base, including over 100 strategic vendors in over 20 countries with owner-level contacts. Designed and provided all content for in-mold decoration website. Received three management awards and numerous industry awards in plastics and decorating industries.
Mike Laurin Education Details
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University Of Massachusetts AmherstMechanical Engineering
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Mike Laurin works for Panasonic Automotive
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Mike Laurin attended University Of Massachusetts Amherst.
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