Douglas W. Jeffery
North Canton
Summary
With extensive experience in R&D polymers, focusing on color matching and quality control, consistently delivers innovative solutions that meet customer needs. Proven project management skills enhance team efficiency and drive high-quality results.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Color Matcher / Quality Control Technician
Altera Polymers LLC
Akron
04.2025 - Current
- Conducted research and development for color matching processes, Quality Control
- Developed pigment and additive palette to enhance color matching accuracy and expand formulation options.
- Set up lab and operated vertical injection molders, RXF analyzer, notched izod, tensile and flex testers, tube furnace, muffle furnace, melt indexers, scales, mixers, and extruders to ensure precise material testing and quality control.
Quality Technician
Jericho Plastics
Minerva
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Ensured accurate color representation to meet project specifications.
- Quality control production
- Modified color tones to align with client expectations.
- Developed lab samples to support product testing and validation processes
- Conducted product testing using melt indexer, sieve screening, rotational molding, extrusion, pulverization, and mixing in Henschels and Hobarts to assess quality and performance
Plastics Production Development Specialist
Revlis
Akron
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Ensured color consistency for product quality
- Conducted quality control inspections
- Evaluated color and adjusted formulations to achieve desired outcomes
- Weigh, mix, extrude and pulverize samples
- Operate extruders, mixers and two roll mills
- Stored chemical formulas securely
- Ship all samples to customers with letters and COAs.
Lead Color Specialist
LyondellBasell CPC
01.2019 - 04.2024
- Led training for color specialists and lab technicians to enhance team skills and knowledge
- Oversee all color matches
- Quality control of all production
- Created accurate formulations in Excel for production consistency
- Formulations in JBA, PLM, SAP
- Performed comprehensive testing to ensure product standards, including ash content, melt flow rate, moisture analysis, specific gravity, notched izod impact, rheology, bulk density, dispersion
- Operated spectrophotometer for color evaluation and conducted testing on injection molders, rotational molders, extruders, pulverizer, and film line
- I also weigh and run trials, samples & production orders
Lab Team Coordinator
LyondellBasell Industries
Akron
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize workflow and allocate resources effectively.
- Coordinated production runs with lab schedule to streamline operations and manage responsibilities.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance collaboration and project alignment.
- Organized team meetings, prepared agendas, and documented key discussion points to enhance team alignment.
Color Technician
A. Schulman Custom Color
01.2010 - 01.2018
- Ensured accurate color alignment for production
- Produced product samples for quality testing
- Trained technicians on machine operation procedures
- Operation of all machines
- Conducted quality control tests on all produced items
Color Matcher
McCann Color, Inc.
01.1998 - 01.2018
- Contributed to the initial team that started the color house for McCann Plastics. As a team, we designed the building, chose the product line and created formulas, selected machinery and equipment, and set up production. Focused on color matching tasks within the team.
- Prepared color batches according to specifications and production schedules.
- Operated mixing equipment to ensure consistent color quality and accuracy.
- Maintained inventory of raw materials for efficient batch processing.
Lab Technician
General Color, Inc.
Minerva
01.1991 - 01.1998
- Lab technician operating injection molders, extruders, color matching
Education
Yellow Belt
Six Sigma 5S Training
Akron, OH01-2012
Management
University of Akron
Akron, OH01-2005
Art History and Visual Organization
Kent State University
Salem, Ohio01-1989
Pre-Apprentice - Welding Fabrication
Millwright
Canton, OH01-1982
High School Diploma -
Carrollton High School
Carrollton, OH01-1981
Skills
- Color matching
- Quality assurance
- Testing procedures
- Machine operation
- Color formulation
- Color evaluation
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
Timeline
Color Matcher / Quality Control Technician
Altera Polymers LLC
04.2025 - Current
Quality Technician
Jericho Plastics
05.2024 - 04.2025
Plastics Production Development Specialist
Revlis
04.2024 - 05.2024
Lead Color Specialist
LyondellBasell CPC
01.2019 - 04.2024
Lab Team Coordinator
LyondellBasell Industries
01.2018 - 01.2019
Color Technician
A. Schulman Custom Color
01.2010 - 01.2018
Color Matcher
McCann Color, Inc.
01.1998 - 01.2018
Lab Technician
General Color, Inc.
01.1991 - 01.1998
Yellow Belt
Six Sigma 5S Training
Management
University of Akron
Art History and Visual Organization
Kent State University
Pre-Apprentice - Welding Fabrication
Millwright
High School Diploma -
Carrollton High School