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Charles Bloomberg
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Innovative Polymer Engineer with over 10 years of experience in material science, polymer development, and manufacturing optimization. Proven track record of improving production efficiency through advanced polymer analytics and formulation techniques.
PROFESSIONAL Experience
Senior Polymer Engineer | Company A
February 2018 — Present, Houston, USA
• Developed and optimized polymer formulations that resulted in a 15% reduction in material costs and a 20% increase in product strength, utilizing Design of Experiments (DoE) methodology.
• Led a team of 5 engineers in the research and development of biodegradable polymers, achieving compliance with international environmental standards, and increasing market adoption by 25%.
• Implemented Six Sigma techniques to streamline extrusion and molding processes, reducing cycle times by 30% and decreasing scrap rates by 12%.
• Conducted thermal and mechanical testing on over 200 polymer samples, using DSC, TGA, and DMA to ensure compliance with product specifications and regulatory standards.
• Wrote technical papers and presented findings at industry conferences, contributing to the advancement of polymer science and company reputation.
• Led a team of 5 engineers in the research and development of biodegradable polymers, achieving compliance with international environmental standards, and increasing market adoption by 25%.
• Implemented Six Sigma techniques to streamline extrusion and molding processes, reducing cycle times by 30% and decreasing scrap rates by 12%.
• Conducted thermal and mechanical testing on over 200 polymer samples, using DSC, TGA, and DMA to ensure compliance with product specifications and regulatory standards.
• Wrote technical papers and presented findings at industry conferences, contributing to the advancement of polymer science and company reputation.
Polymer Engineer | Company B
March 2013 — January 2018, St. Paul, USA
• Designed and synthesized new polymer blends for use in medical devices, resulting in a 10% increase in biocompatibility and a 15% reduction in production costs.
• Spearheaded the development of a high-performance polymer film that improved durability by 25% and UV resistance by 30%, achieving new product lines and market segments.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including chemists and manufacturing experts, to develop scalable processes for polymer production, leading to a 20% increase in throughput.
• Conducted over 50 pilot-scale trials to validate polymer manufacturing processes, ensuring seamless transition from lab to production scale.
• Spearheaded the development of a high-performance polymer film that improved durability by 25% and UV resistance by 30%, achieving new product lines and market segments.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including chemists and manufacturing experts, to develop scalable processes for polymer production, leading to a 20% increase in throughput.
• Conducted over 50 pilot-scale trials to validate polymer manufacturing processes, ensuring seamless transition from lab to production scale.
Junior Polymer Engineer | Company C
June 2010 — February 2013, Cleveland, USA
• Assisted in the formulation of advanced polymer composites for the automotive industry, increasing tensile strength by 15% and impact resistance by 20%.
• Conducted failure analysis on polymer products, identifying root causes and recommending solutions that led to a 30% decrease in defect rates.
• Developed and maintained documentation for new polymer processes, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
• Conducted failure analysis on polymer products, identifying root causes and recommending solutions that led to a 30% decrease in defect rates.
• Developed and maintained documentation for new polymer processes, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
Polymer Technician | Company D
May 2008 — May 2010, Portland, USA
• Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, including extruders, injection molding machines, and tensile testers, to conduct over 100 polymer tests per month.
• Assisted in the development of polymer blends by preparing samples and conducting preliminary tests, contributing to the successful launch of 5 new products.
• Ensured laboratory compliance with safety and environmental regulations, conducting regular audits and safety drills.
• Assisted in the development of polymer blends by preparing samples and conducting preliminary tests, contributing to the successful launch of 5 new products.
• Ensured laboratory compliance with safety and environmental regulations, conducting regular audits and safety drills.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering | Massachusetts Institute of Technology
May 2008
Expert-Level Skills
Polymer Formulation, Material Science, DoE Methodology, Six Sigma, FTIR, GPC, DSC, TGA, DMA, Extrusion Processes, Injection Molding, Biodegradable Polymers, Technical Writing, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Collaboration, Process Optimization, ISO 9001, Data Analysis, Problem Solving
