Austin Nicholas

I’m a highly precise Manufacturing & Chemical Operations Specialist with 10+ years of combined experience, including 6 years in chemical compounding. I bring a hands-on, quality-first approach to batch processing, production execution, and problem-solving under real-world timelines.

I rapidly scale production while maintaining strict quality control down to 0.001 inch tolerances through complex technical adjustments. I operate and clear complex machinery, manage material flow, and execute zero-defect packaging according to specific order specifications for final shipment preparation.

At Spectrum Dispersions, I directed compounding and production of solvent-based industrial paints and coatings, processing batches up to 376 gallons while upholding strict quality standards. I also performed laboratory tests including grind gauge, Brookfield viscosity, weight per gallon, and spectrophotometer drawdown testing, and maintained a 98% on-time completion rate for monthly production goals.

I round out my manufacturing expertise with precision CNC work and high-volume production experience. As a CNC Machine Operator, I achieved part tolerances within 0.001 inches through tooling changes and minor offset adjustments, and as a Linen Technician I ran packing machines to reach 98% packaging accuracy—always with strong documentation, inventory awareness, and OSHA-aligned safety.