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Click here or scroll down to respond to this candidateCandidate's Name , JR. PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLESUMMARYSolutions oriented Chemist with diverse industry experience in cosmetics, waxes, surfactants, urethanes, and industrial products. Demonstrated record of formulating high quality cosmetic, consumer packaged and specialty products. Logical decision making abilities used to solve complex problems coupled with strong communication skills to facilitate open discussions of ideas. Successful in leading cross-functional teams and managing strategic projects from concept through on time, within budget completion across all major functional disciplines.PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEShay Labs Woodstock, IL 2024 2024[Contract manufacturer of personal care and pet products]Senior ChemistFormulated personal care products shampoos, conditioners, pet and styling products for customers. Performed manufacturing engineering duties performing QC tests, batch adjustments and qualifying batches to meet product specifications. Suggested formulation strategies for formula cost reductions.Turtle Wax Addison, IL 2016 2023[Manufacturer of automotive appearance products]Research ChemistFormulated a variety of car care products including washes, interior detailing cleaning products, carpet & upholstery products, wheel cleaners and glass cleaners. Demonstrated a solution-oriented approach and logical decision-making skills in product formulation. Experience in GMP manufacturing production. I understand product development from concept to launch. I have run tests to approve new raw materials. Regulatory compliance experience in generating SDS sheets. A strong knowledge of regulatory requirements for biocides, detergents, and volatility factors of compounds in formulations.Cedar Concepts Corporation Chicago, IL 2014 - 2015[Manufacturer of a wide range of surfactants, lubricants and chemical intermediates]Research and Development ChemistAs an R&D Chemist developed betaines, fatty alcohols, amines and amides. Showcasing my synthesis skills and expertise in formulation development. Converted MSDS sheets to SDS CHT format ensuring regulatory compliance. I know regulatory requirements for biocides and detergents. Created TDS and Product compliance sheets demonstrating my attention to detail and product specification.PARTYLITE - Batavia, IL 2013 - 2014[Manufacturer and distributor of the worlds finest candles and accessories]Senior ChemistProject Team Leader with responsibility for developing a cost-effective candle formula for Tealight and Votive candles.As Formulation Chemist, formulated new wax candles and reformulated existing wax candles.Maintained close interaction with manufacturing and process engineering in coordinating pilot batches and pre-production batches.PDC CHEMICALS & SPECIALTIES - South Holland, IL 2007- 2012[Distributor of cosmetic raw materials, formulation, and manufacturing consulting]ConsultantAdvised chemists on cost effective formulas, storage and use levels of raw materials.Formulated unique formulas using non-sulfated surfactants and natural additives i.e. Tamanu Oil and Kava Root for Annie Malone, Nanu Cosmetics and East West Beauty & Hair Group.Advised manufacturing on GMP practices and the use and storage of raw materials.Consulted with manufacturing on product manufacturing issues involving pilot batches and production batches. Distributor of polymers and surfactants, for the Personal Care Industry.Consultant on the use of polymers in the Personal Care Industry.Formulator of a variety of personal care products using polymers, conditioning agents and thickeners. Consulted on manufacturing projects using ISO, cGMP and GLP practices.BLISTEX, INC. - Oak Brook, IL 2002 - 2006[Manufactures, tests and distributes world-wide a full line of quality lip care products]Formulation ChemistFormulated and developed a comprehensive range of Blistex lip balms including Complete Moisture and acne products, along with Kanka care and Stridex Daily use acne products aligning with product, quality and OTC specifications. Developed manufacturing instructions to ensure consistency and GMP, ISO and GLP compliance while demonstrating strong process engineering skills.HELENE CURTIS INDUSTRIES/UNILEVER HPC-USA - Rolling Meadows, IL 1989 - 2002 [Former Fortune 500 cosmetic company; subsidiary of Unilever a $15 billion specialty consumer products company known worldwide]Senior Chemist / Project LeaderFormulated Suave brand shampoos, conditioners and styling aids, the #1 brand in cosmetics.Project Leader for shampoos and conditioners for Suave and Salon Selectives.Formulated complete range of shampoos and conditioners for Kara, Sea Source, Suave and Salon Selectives brands. Formulated over 120 products in the marketplace.Consistently completed projects on time and with a high degree of accuracy.Worked with manufacturing, marketing, and engineers for Suave and Salon Selectives. Strong understanding of product development from concept to launch and advising marketing on product performance and concept marketing ideas.STEPAN COMPANY - Northfield, IL 1985 -1989[Manufacturer of specialty chemicals]Product Development ChemistFormulated Metalworking, Lubricant and Surfactant products for automobiles.Developmental Chemist for institutional and industrial industry products for Heat and SoilaxUrethane ChemistFormulated Urethane Spray foam products for the Roofing Industry, Insulation Industry, and Specialties Products with products used on the Sears Tower and The Super Dome.Successfully formulated $9 million urethane spray foam.Worked closely with contractors on job sites to ensure the roofing spray foam products were applied properly and performed efficiently.SOFT SHEEN PRODUCTS, INC. - Chicago, IL 1985 - 1985[World leader in ethnic hair care & cosmetic products]Cosmetic ChemistDeveloped new hair care products including Sporting Waves Pomade.Formulated relaxers, conditioners, shampoos, after shaves, hair dyes and hair colors.EDUCATIONMasters in Chemistry, Fisk University, Nashville, TN 1983B.S. in Chemistry, Fisk University, Nashville, TN 1981Advanced Courses: Undergraduate research in Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Advanced Organic Reactions, Chemical Colloquium, Molecular Spectroscopy, Analytical Chemistry, and Advanced Research in Organic Chemistry.Short Courses: The Technology of Ingredients for Cosmetics and Toiletries, Emulsion - Suspension Technology, Project Management through Teamwork, Participative Management Concepts, Interpreting Management Skills, Time Management.AFFILIATIONSMember of the American Chemical SocietyMember of the Society of Cosmetic ChemistsPATENTSPatents granted: W001/85113 and W001/08510 |
