Materials Engineering Group/ Materials Laboratory Directed standardized and custom designed testing according to JASO, NISM, ASTM, and SME methods. Conducted analysis on all automotive materials, performed failure analysis, process and performance simulation, and contaminant identification using GDAA, FTIR, DSC, GC, IZOD, laser surface profilometer, Ci65A Atlas Weatherometer, Lloyd's tensile tester, X-Rite and Suga colorimeters, Macbeth glossmeter, and classic wet chemistry methods.Key Contributions:· Regulated contractor for investigatory and remedial contract for power steering unit.· Investigated assembly line problem with coolant parts to find best possible solution.· Determined root cause of spontaneous electrical fires in Sentra models and suggested remedial measures.· Established relationships between Japanese Suga and American Macbeth colorimetry systems.

Designed and developed proprietary fluorescent phosphor coating and created spray method for coating phosphor to ITO.Key Contribution:· Repaired and operated Perkin Elmer Randex Vacuum Chamber for Radio Frequency (RF) sputtering of ITO on crown glass optical equipment.· Assembled patentable prototype "soft" x-ray imager product.· Conducted Quality Assurance (QA) by SEM for fuel line coatings.

Extracted data from 1939 and prospected across entire island of Mindanao; found, qualified, mined, and shipped platinum from a new commercial discovery. Analyzed needs to specify, purchase, import, and deploy field equipment, resulting in enhancing work efficiency. Formulated and managed company budget and performed legal liaison work. Oversaw all labor crews and controlled payroll and expense accounts. Ensured high quality of products and marketing of gold to Central Bank of Philippines, Manila, and platinum to Metalor Corporation of Hong Kong.Key Contribution:· Initiated new mining corporation and established base office in Manila and field office in Cagayan de Oro, Mindanao, as well as recruited heads of all departments to increase business growth.

Arranged and built state of the art laboratory and bullion refinery; trained Japanese staffs to perform chemical analysis. Organized training and improvement program for selected OGGC employees and new staff to operate analytical lab. Accelerated work efficiency by importing 90 kilo/day bullion refinery and attendant environmental protection equipment from Hong Kong. Utilized ARL 3560 ICP in ultrasonic and conductive solids nebulizers, conventional wet, and fire assay techniques. Consulted with other companies in Japan, North Korea, and Philippines. Led processes, such as product quality control, training and technical customer support, consultation, and troubleshooting. Negotiated contractual supply of gold feedstocks and OGGC controlled board of directors by collaborating with U.S. mine owners.Key Contribution:· Designed and developed pollution controls systems and composed application for air, solids, and water permit for Japanese authorities.

Executed analysis of samples for daily process control, royalty payments, and ore reserves estimation. Administered and mentored crew of five technicians in routine lab analysis of precious and base metal ores, mill, and smelter/refinery products by traditional wet and fire methods.Key Contribution:· Assessed staff performance and approved promotions according to company’s policy.

Owned and operated retail business for 14 years and led all aspects of business as an importer of Asian home furnishings. Provided excellent services in recruitment, accounts management, shipping/receiving, merchandise selection, training, lease negotiations, insurance and infrastructure oversight, and cost reduction measures.Key Contribution:· Generated $100-125,000 revenue yearly by directing three retail stores in mall environments.

Redesigned Mylar interlayer device to provide smooth interweave layer for continuous assembly process. Spearheaded experimental and production processing of flexible solar panels by PVD, CVD, and DC sputtering deposition techniques. Carried out module assembly and testing and product development activities.

Initiated and followed up independent research for recovery enhancements. Administered daily mill processing associated with metallurgical extraction of gold by carbon in leach method and relating analytical data and bench testing to physical extraction method development and modifications. Controlled daily inventory of operational supplies and performed metallurgical balance reporting for operations management.Key Contribution:· Collaborated with chief metallurgist regarding improvements, testing and custom projects, technical developments, and future upgrades, resulting in improving work efficiency and business growth.

Process lab and water treatment units manager. Oversaw chrome plating operations for major automotive manufacturers. Directed and trained all chemistry lab staff to ensure smooth workflow in the lab. Represented SRK in interactions with local, State, and Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials. Led staff of waste water operations for 800K gal per day at ORP unit. Executed composition management and special projects activities by utilizing UV/VIS, HPLC, FTIR, AA spectrophotometry, and classic wet methods. Composed progress reports and allowed renewal oversight to keep seniors up-to-date.Key Contributions:· Developed and implemented new policies and procedures for QS certification to convert QS-9000 non-conforming documents into conformance.· Consolidated purchasing from vendors into centralized system for cost control.· Operated as incident commander and prepared emergency contingency plan to lead Hazmat response team.