Richard Turner has over 30 years of experience in laboratory and process work for chemical companies. He has a proven track record of success developing new products and processes. Some of his accomplishments include developing two FDA compliant pigment slurries, designing systems that saved over $1 million per year, and implementing process improvements as part of Six Sigma teams. He is knowledgeable in areas like quality control, process troubleshooting, and surface coatings. Currently he works as a Manufacturing Support Chemist, helping to ensure quality, safety, and environmental compliance in production.

1. Confidential Resume for Richard Turner 912-661-4608
Experience Summary:
Thirty-two years of laboratory and process experience with a proven track record of success and growth. Position
experiences range from Analytical, Process and Product Development in Production, Research and Technical
Applications. I have successfully worked with all levels of personnel from entry level to top management including Sales,
international counterparts and customers. I have led several cross functional teams to a successful conclusion. I have
supervisory experience with up to 3 technicians.
Attributes: Knowledgeable in FDA regulations, former certified ISO auditor, quality control, SPC, process/product
troubleshooting, innovation, surface coatings, pigments, catalysts, precipitation, specialty TiO2 products, pearlescent
pigments, environmental testing, Lean & Six Sigma certified, instrumental analysis, analytical testing, surface chemistry
and surface energy
Accomplishments
 2011 Continuous Improvement Award – EMD Chemicals
 Have lead multiple Six Sigma teams resulting in the savings of several $100K per year projects
 Developed a process to save $400,000 in new construction related to raw mica shipments
 Received site award for “Continuous Improvement”, (poke-yoked gasket) 2011
 Developed 2 pigment slurries with full FDA compliance
 Designed thickener recovery system that saved $1.400K / year in chemical costs
 Developed a titanium grade for the Complex Inorganic Colored Pigments (CICP) industry
 Developed high end hydrophobic plastic grade pigment
 Developed an intermediate TiO2 designed for catalyst applications
 Implemented and saved $700,000 / year in chemical cost for a single pigment grade
 R&D lab designer for 12 million dollar Research Center
 Developed a production plan to expand output and generate 4.5 million dollars / year
 Designed and personally constructed current home 28 years ago
July 2008 – Current EMD Chemicals, Savannah, Georgia Manufacturing Support Chemist
Monitor and troubleshoot daily production to insure product quality, process safety and environmental compliance.
Evaluate and test new raw materials for use in the process. Refine and improve process and products related to
consistency and efficiency. Work with production and maintenance operators and management to improve day to day
process as it relates to cost, reliability or process improvements. Develop and implement process improvements. Use
and apply six sigma initiatives where applicable.
Dec 1984 – May 2008 Tronox Pigments (formerly Kerr-McGee) Savannah, Georgia Multiple Positions
Progressive growth positions held include Laboratory Technician (6 Yr), Process Chemist (3 Yr), Product Development
Chemist (6 Yr), Senior Process Chemist (2 Yr), Staff Scientist (7 Yr). During these positions my responsibilities included
basic testing, determination of unknowns, process monitoring, designing new or improved processes, and designing new
or improved products. Working interactions included Technical, Maintenance, Production, Sales and Marketing
departments at all personnel levels from entry to senior management. Additional interactions with Customers and
International counterparts.
Education Bachelor of Science, Chemistry 1985 Armstrong State University, Savannah, GA.
Certified Six Sigma Blackbelt, 1999 Six Sigma Qualtec
Training Lean and Six Sigma Re-affirmed (Merck), 2012
High Performance Leadership (HPL) Training, Procorp Associates, 2001
ISO 9001 Auditor
Dispersion of Pigments and Resin in Fluid Media, 1997
Plastic Additives, 1996
PET Technology: Properties and Processing, 1995
Kepner-Tregoe Problem Solving & Decision Making, 1995
Crosby Quality Training
Statistical Process Control
Software Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access.
Minitab, Table Curve, Visio, Lotus Notes, E-chip, Bliss (LIMS), Tabware (Maintenance)
Professional or personal references provided upon request.