BASF Chemical Co., Bristol, PA
Senior Technician, R&D January 2001–April 30, 2009
• Formulated and evaluated polymer-modified cementitious materials. Products included waterproofing paints, EIFS basecoats, flooring skim-coats, SLU’s, patch & repair mortars and stucco.
• Conducted a wide range of ASTM and ACI physical and application tests such as compressive, flexural, and tensile strength. QUV weathering testing, rheology of materials, resistance to hydrostatic pressure, bond, troweling properties and others. Replicated problems and Analyze field samples through Analytical (IR) and physical testing.
• Maintained notebook, input data into central R&D PC share drive.
• Spearheaded annual laboratory calibration program. Participated in lab safety and maintenance programs.
• Fabricated mock-ups to simulate real field applications. Examples include stucco wall, SLU rack and different size standard patches.
• Managed transfer of cable grout formulation from Ohio to Texas plants. Serves as consultant to customers and prospective customers in a specified field of activity. Provided technical assistance in the form of customer visits along with plant trials. Resolved customer problems and product related complaints, develops new technical data, information, formulations and support new product development activities.
Sika Corporation, Lyndhurst, New Jersey
Senior Technician, R&D October 1995- January 2001
• Set up work program, established mix design, conducted physical testing and evaluated handling properties. Measurement and analysis of field data-Recommendations on new use of products. .
• Investigated the effect of a broad spectrum of concrete admixtures. Maintained a high level of product technical expertise. Provided sales team and customers with accurate assessments of the appropriate use of products on specific projects by designing product details and product layouts.
• Gave on-site technical support to admixture end-users. Provided information in response to written/telephone inquiries from customers, industry professionals, and sales representatives.
Coining Corporation, Saddle Brook, New Jersey
Quality Control Coordinator May 1993 – September 1995
• Assigned batch codes and coordinated documentation for all production tasks.
• Prepared standard test solutions and regimens, recorded data, and performed required routine work.
• Retrieves samples and performs prescribed analysis, including tests for critical characteristics with written and electronic
records.
EDUCATION
Montclair State University; Montclair, NJ; Sociology; Cumulative GPA: 3.0
LEADERSHIP/ SERVICE ACTIVITIES
Lambda Theta Phi, Latin Fraternity Inc.- Chapter Vice President
Numerous community services and volunteer experience.
CAPABILITIES/COMPETENCIES/SKILLS
• Communication: -Proficient in all facets of the English and Spanish languages.
• Computer competent in Excel, Word & Lotus Notes; familiar with SAP.
• Accreditations and licenses:
 -American Concrete Institute field testing technician
 -American Concrete Institute laboratory technician
 -Cement, concrete and admixture technology training
 -Design of experiment training
 -Instron universal testing machine training
 -Attended presentations/seminars on technical knowledge - Read Trade journals, magazines, etc.
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