Experience

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  Brewer science

  Jan 1996 - Jan 1998

  Research associate, division of anti-reflective coatings

  Designed and formulated solvent-based thermosetting polymers utilized for spin-on anti-reflective coatings in the fabrication of semiconductors. Managed the development of aliphatic DeepUV (248 nm) absorbing resins. Optimized solvent blends for enhanced long term shelf life for the Department of Energy.Instrumental co-developer of highly i-line (365 nm) polyester-based resin. Worked closely with the New Product Development Group in pilot plant scale-up.

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  The ink company

  Jan 1998 - Jan 1999

  Technical manager, coatings/manager of special projects

  Drove the development and delivery of new formulations under tight deadlines and budgets; included sheet fed and gravure aqueous-based formulations. Continually evaluated resins and additives for performance and value. Successfully transitioned to Flint Ink upon acquisition of The Ink Company.

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  Flint group

  Jan 1999 - Jan 2004

  Technical specialist, inks – flexible packaging division

  Conducted a broad scope of development and optimization functions involving high strength nitrocellulose and polyamide bases. Formulated solvent-based surface, laminating and shrink film printing inks. Performed extensive patent searches to build a strong base of competitive intelligence; ensured current knowledge of competitors’ technologies.

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  Phd investments, ltd.

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2014

  Partner

  Built and grew a successful real estate investment company that included residential home rehab, reselling and sales of vacant land. Conducted in-depth real estate sales research, acquisition, remodeling/construction and marketing of completed properties.

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  Jungle jim's international market

  Jul 2014 - Dec 2016

  Retail associate
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  Givaudan

  Jul 2014 - Apr 2016

  Savory sensory panelist

  Provide qualitative and quantitative assessments of savory food flavorings as required for projects, applications, technology performance, quality standards and physical testing. Work in a laboratory environment, maintain clean equipment and adhere to health and safety guidelines and best practices. Maintain accurate documentation.

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  Paragould municipal utilities

  Jan 2017 - now

  Laboratory chemist

  Perform laboratory analysis commensurate with EPA mandated National Pollution Discharge Elimination System guidelines for local wastewater processing. Maintain federal/state/local data repositories and continuously cross-reference with respective discharge limits.