Tammie Dingle
Starr,SC
Summary
Materials science leader with extensive experience at Lycra Company, specializing in product validation and performance testing. Achieved a 95% on-time completion rate for over 2300 testing requests through effective process standardization and cross-functional team leadership. Focused on quality governance and fostering talent development within laboratory operations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Brand Coordinator
The LYCRA Company
Wilmington, DE
01.2017 - 03.2026
- Led materials testing and technical analysis across the North and South American regions, ensuring accurate material performance validation and alignment with global standards for engineered fiber platforms.
- Oversaw laboratory workflows facilitating 2300+ material validation and performance testing requests, attaining a 95% on-time completion rate.
- Standardized materials testing procedures across global labs, improving data reproducibility, method consistency, and cross-regional alignment.
- Designed and executed comparative testing aligned with International Industrial Workwear Standards (ETSA), producing over 500 evaluation kits used for material performance benchmarking.
- Partnered with major retailers to commercialize new material platforms, contributing to over 150 tons of fiber sales across 2,000 stores.
- Led the development of inclusive-size garment initiatives, validating material performance for over 270,000 units entering global markets.
- Supported recruitment, training, and development of technical personnel in materials testing and laboratory operations.
Brand Approval Manager
INVISTA S.A.R.L.
Wilmington, DE
01.2009 - 01.2017
- Oversaw materials testing operations and ensured accurate execution of standards-based testing for product performance and commercialization.
- Supervised laboratory teams performing ASTM and AATCC mechanical and chemical testing for material durability, strength, and performance.
- Developed test plans with R&D to evaluate new material formulations and support commercialization.
- Led IP and trademark compliance investigations, including material authentication and performance verification.
- Managed Records Information Management to ensure accurate documentation of material testing and performance data.
- Participated in safety incident documentation and reporting as part of the Incident Event Team.
- Evaluated laboratory equipment needs and supported capital investment decisions for materials testing instrumentation.
Certification Coordinator
INVISTA S.A.R.L.
Wilmington, DE
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Managed certification programs, ensuring compliance with brand regulatory and performance standards.
- Coordinated review and approval processes for validation testing documentation on new material launches.
- Conducted safety audits and delivered technical analyses to inform material performance decisions.
Senior Fabric Analysis Technician
E.I. DuPont de Nemours
Charlotte, NC
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Performed advanced materials testing to support product development, root-cause analysis, and performance validation.
- Conducted CRE mechanical testing (Fiber Breaks, Single-End Breaks, Ravel Strip, Grab Test, Tongue Tear).
- Executed dye uptake and chemical analysis using spectrophotometry.
- Performed material deconstruction and root-cause analysis, delivering detailed technical reports with visual documentation.
- Collaborated with research teams to coordinate testing schedules and ensure successful project execution.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Phoenix
Charlotte, NC01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Johnson C. Smith University
Charlotte, NC01.1991
Skills
- Materials science leadership
- Materials characterization
- Fiber and chemical analysis
- Product validation and performance testing
- Laboratory operations management
- Process standardization
- Root cause analysis
- Product development support
- Quality and compliance governance
- Technical reporting
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Training and talent development
Timeline
Regional Brand Coordinator
The LYCRA Company
01.2017 - 03.2026
Brand Approval Manager
INVISTA S.A.R.L.
01.2009 - 01.2017
Certification Coordinator
INVISTA S.A.R.L.
01.2004 - 01.2009
Senior Fabric Analysis Technician
E.I. DuPont de Nemours
01.1999 - 01.2004
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Johnson C. Smith University