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Eric Thompson

Weatherby Lake,MO

Summary

Dynamic Analytical Chemist with a proven 32 year track record at Polynt Composites U.S.A., Inc., specializing in rheological and thermal analytical methods for 3D printing. Expert in a wide range of analytical techniques and adept at troubleshooting, I successfully enhanced product development processes and improved system calibration methods in a role with ever changing priorities, driving innovation in the composite and coatings industries.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Analytical Chemist

Polynt Composites U.S.A., Inc.
03.1992 - 12.2024
  • In conjunction with Oak Ridge Laboratories (government contractor, Oak Ridge, TN) assisted in the development of thermoset polymer resin systems for the 3D printing industry. Responsibilities included establishing rheological and thermal analytical methods for evaluating cure characteristics.
  • Developed and modified existing analytical and system calibration methods in support of composite and coatings industries in service of product development, tech service and raw material evaluation.
  • Trained personnel and provided troubleshooting support,, ensuring the success of research and production facilities domestically in Illinois, California, Georgia and Missouri as well as abroad in China, India and Norway

Sergeant First Class, Logistics Supervisor

N.C. Army National Guard
04.1981 - 06.2004
  • Ensured the success of N.C. Army National Guard Joint Force Headquarters during the Iraqi Enduring Freedom campaign in 2003, supervising, motivating a team of ten members serving the automated service and supply chain. Received Global War on Terrorism, Army Commendation, Humanitarian Service, Army Achievement, Meritorious Unit Citation and NCO Professional Development awards during a 23 year career.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

U.N.C. - Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
12-1990

Skills

  • Rheology, including rotational rheology and DMA (dynamic mechanical analysis)
  • Thermal analysis, including differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and thermomechanical analysis (TMA)
  • Gel permeation chromatography (GPC)
  • Acid - Base titration
  • Energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) and scanning electron microscope (SEM) analyses
  • Karl-Fischer moisture analysis

Timeline

Analytical Chemist

Polynt Composites U.S.A., Inc.
03.1992 - 12.2024

Sergeant First Class, Logistics Supervisor

N.C. Army National Guard
04.1981 - 06.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

U.N.C. - Chapel Hill

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