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Connor Fitzgerald

Lindenhurst

Summary

Innovative Product Development Chemist with relevant experience in the design and optimization of chemical products. Strong skills include comprehensive knowledge in materials science, data analysis, and quality control. Known for utilizing scientific methodologies to improve product performance while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Significant contributions made towards advancing research studies, developing new products, and enhancing existing formulas.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Product Development Chemist

Jessup Manufacturing
Lake Bluff
02.2024 - Current
  • Developed innovative product formulations for adhesive and coating applications.
  • Engaged proactively with customers and vendors, providing timely responses to technical inquiries, playing a crucial role in preparing product sample requests, participating in trials, and evaluating outcomes to improve overall production efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline product development processes.
  • Preparation of all technical, safety, and regulatory data sheets for coated products.
  • Maintain and regulate SDS library for purchased materials.

Product Technician

Jessup Manufacturing
Lake Bluff
03.2021 - 02.2024
  • Developed innovative product concepts aligned with market trends and customer needs.
  • Conducted specialized tests, including peel adhesion and liner release testing, to identify optimal liner and adhesive combinations tailored to customers' unique applications.
  • Collaborated with production teams to enhance manufacturing processes, focusing on improving product quality, and operational efficiency.
  • Tested prototypes to evaluate functionality and gather user feedback for improvements.

Quality Technician

Jessup Manufacturing
Lake Bluff
02.2020 - 04.2021
  • Conducted quality inspections on materials and products to ensure compliance.
  • Assisted with equipment calibration and maintenance for accurate measurements.
  • Documented inspection results and communicated findings to team members.
  • Investigated customer complaints about product defects or deviations from specified requirements.

Assistant Liquor Manager

Jewel Osco
Gurnee
10.2019 - 02.2020
  • Provided training for new staff members on proper liquor handling procedures and customer service etiquette.
  • Conducted regular audits of store records to verify accuracy of sales transactions.
  • Managed ordering process for alcoholic beverages by reviewing invoices, approving payments, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Conducted regular audits of liquor inventory to prevent shrinkage and loss.

Assistant Customer Service Manager

Jewel Osco
Gurnee
05.2017 - 10.2019
  • Collaborated with internal personnel and clientele to improve store operations and address concerns quickly
  • Reduced process lags by effectively managing staff to ensure optimal productivity
  • Responded to customer inquiries and delivered appropriate information after carefully researching issues
  • Maintained revenue streams by exhausting every option before offering refunds

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Illinois State University
Normal, IL
05.2019

Associate of Science - Biology

College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL

Skills

  • Issue resolution
  • Leadership
  • Microsoft applications
  • Time management
  • Teamwork
  • Technical documentation
  • Regulatory compliance understanding
  • Customer relationship management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Product formulation
  • Data interpretation
  • Troubleshooting skills

Certification

  • Roll to Roll converting (Coating, Drying, Laminating)
  • Emerging Leader (McHenry County College)

Conferences

  • 2024 PSTC Tape week (Technical Track)
  • 2025 PSTC Tape week (All Track)

Timeline

Product Development Chemist

Jessup Manufacturing
02.2024 - Current

Product Technician

Jessup Manufacturing
03.2021 - 02.2024

Quality Technician

Jessup Manufacturing
02.2020 - 04.2021

Assistant Liquor Manager

Jewel Osco
10.2019 - 02.2020

Assistant Customer Service Manager

Jewel Osco
05.2017 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Illinois State University

Associate of Science - Biology

College of Lake County

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