ART JAMES III
North Port
Summary
Adept at driving innovation and efficiency, I spearheaded process improvements at Griswold, significantly enhancing client base and operational cost management. With expertise in Product Development and Organizational Development, my tenure across roles like VP of Polymer Technology and R&D Manager at Argus showcases a proven track record in advancing technical support and project management.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
VP of Polymer Technology
Griswold
03.2005 - 12.2020
- Developed and executed targeted business development initiatives, leading to an expansion of the company''s client base.
- Collaborated closely with various department heads on strategic planning initiatives to ensure alignment between corporate goals.
- Resolved issues and recommended actions based on production and compliance reports.
- Introduced process improvements that reduced operational costs while maintaining high-quality standards across all departments.
Consultant Engineer
Independent
10.2003 - 02.2005
- Supported project planning and execution efforts relating to technical documentation and process development.
Process Engineer Manger
Hickory Springs Manufacturing
07.2000 - 09.2003
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment upgrades to enhance overall urethane carpet underlay process capabilities, ensuring market competitiveness.
- Optimized manufacturing processes by implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
R & D Manger
IPI International
03.1997 - 06.2000
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility developing foam and elastomer systems.
- Providing technical support to the Marketing and Processing groups.
Research & Development Manager
Argus
04.1990 - 02.1997
- Primary development of polyurethane hearing protection,
- Provided technical support to production team, troubleshooting issues and ensuring a seamless transition from lab scale to full-scale manufacturing.
R&D Chemist
Specialty Composites
09.1977 - 03.1990
- Developed new Polyurethane foam formulations, leading to enhanced product performance and customer satisfaction.
- Optimized existing processes, reducing production costs without compromising product quality.
Education
No Degree - Graduate Studies - Polymer Science
University of Delaware
Newark, DEBachelor of Science - Chemistry
Northwestern College Of Allied Sciences
Tulsa, OK08.1977
Skills
Organizational Development
Operations Management
Corporate Communications
Project Management
Product Development
Technical Support
Process Improvements
Timeline
VP of Polymer Technology
Griswold
03.2005 - 12.2020
Consultant Engineer
Independent
10.2003 - 02.2005
Process Engineer Manger
Hickory Springs Manufacturing
07.2000 - 09.2003
R & D Manger
IPI International
03.1997 - 06.2000
Research & Development Manager
Argus
04.1990 - 02.1997
R&D Chemist
Specialty Composites
09.1977 - 03.1990
No Degree - Graduate Studies - Polymer Science
University of Delaware
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Northwestern College Of Allied Sciences
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