Michael Romano
Circle Pines,MN
Summary
- Advanced Laboratory Technologist with extensive experience in extrusion and polymer processing interested in a rewarding and challenging technical position to highlight and utilize my extensive experience and knowledge.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Laboratory Technologist
3M
Maplewood, MN
03.2021 - Current
- Experienced in Polymer Processing with a focus on Single screw, Twin screw Extrusion, Die & Extruder Cleaning, and Maintenance for over 27 years.
- Extensively processed numerous polymers and adhesives.
- Managed, scheduled, and coordinated operations for 3 melt processing/extrusion lines for 11 years. Including equipment upgrades through EWRs and AFEs.
- Influenced and guided a team of 4 technicians in their daily tasks for 3 years.
- Formulated comprehensive run plans while working closely with internal and external researchers, leading to successful execution of experimental trials.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and adept problem-solving capabilities.
- Consistently maintained the efficiency and effectiveness of lab operations by resolving any problems with processes or equipment in a timely manner.
- Experience in facilitating international equipment transfer and training.
- Support Make Orders and Factory Trial Domestically and Internationally.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Admistration & MIS
Augsburg College
Minneapolis, MN03-2004
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN08-1993
Skills
- Expert in extrusion and polymer processing
- Experience setting up, operating, and maintaining polymer processing equipment
- Testing and material characterization of Nonwovens
- Strong mechanical aptitude and good problem-solving skills
- Self Directed
- Flexibility and capacity to balance multiple projects and priorities from multiple requestors
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
Certification
- Certified Emergency Medical Responder by the EMRSB. Co-Captain of Emergency Squad for 27 years
- Licensed for multiple powered industrial vehicles including: Sit Down Forklifts, Narrow Aisle Reach , Ride on Pallet Movers and Walking Pallet Movers.
- Hoist Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Advanced Laboratory Technologist
3M
03.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Business Admistration & MIS
Augsburg College
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Century College