Experience in product development and adhesive formulation.
Proven expertise in performance evaluation and technology transfer, delivering innovative solutions. Skilled in data analysis and customer interactions, ensuring high-quality outcomes and effective problem-solving in collaborative environments.
Seeking opportunities to contribute my skills and knowledge in research and development to drive organizational success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RESEARCH EXECUTIVE- 2
Asian Paints Pvt Ltd
Navi Mumbai
11.2022 - Current
Conducted product development and performance evaluations for various products.
Supported manufacturing processes from lab to pilot plant, ensuring successful technology transfer.
Provided technical support for marketing and sales teams during product launches and benchmarking.
Conducted customer interactions to perform product validation trials and address complaints.
Maintained and calibrated laboratory equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
Developed EVA-based adhesive for bonding acrylic and PVC laminate to plywood.
Formulated D2 polyvinyl acetate-based adhesive with enhanced strength for ply-laminate bonding.
Developed Solvent-based Rubber adhesive for bonding laminate to plywood.
Formulated water-resistant D3 polyvinyl acetate-based adhesives for improved performance.
Performed qualitative analysis of competitor offerings in the marketplace.
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Henkel Adhesives Technology India Pvt. Ltd
Navi Mumbai
07.2016 - 11.2022
Development of EVA-based and polyvinyl acetate-based adhesive for paper converting, folding boxes, PVC to gypsum board, and film to paper applications.
Development of adhesive used for stationary grade.
Development of water-resistant polyvinyl acetate-based adhesive for D2, D3 wood applications.
Optimized products by substituting raw materials with equivalent properties, at lower costs.
Development of adhesive for glass bottle labeling, and cigarette-making application.
To visit the customer site to understand the exact product requirements and application of the product.
Conducted site trials, product validation, and addressed customer complaints effectively.
Collaborated with customers to understand precise product requirements and application contexts.
Supported production teams in troubleshooting to ensure seamless plant operations.
Monitored safety compliance within the laboratory environment to ensure adherence to regulations.
Ensured that all laboratory areas were kept clean and orderly at all times.
Handled instruments like FTIR, HPLC, DSC, and rheometer.
Research and Development Chemist
Mosil lubricants Pvt Ltd
Navi Mumbai
07.2014 - 07.2016
Developed water-based cleaner for surface cleaning applications.
Engineered water-based emulsion to minimize yarn-to-metal friction in textile manufacturing.
Coordinated research projects to ensure timely and effective completion.
Validated and ensured reliability of data throughout the research process.
Executed diverse research activities under expert guidance.
Operated HPLC, FTIR, DSC, and Rheometer instruments for thorough product characterization.
Conducted regular quality control checks on products.