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ABUL K. TOHA, MS

Los Angeles, CA
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LAB MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL
An enthusiastic, results-driven Senior Chemist respected for 15+ years of experience combining progressive
leadership, administration and project delivery to effectively oversee complex product development initiatives. Proven
track record spearheading the planning, prioritization and execution of project workflows to improve productivity.
Known as a motivational, influential leader and collaborator who develops, engages
and guides high-performing teams in achieving project objectives. Out-of-the-box,
SKILLS &
strategic thinker committed to driving continuous improvements in lab processes,
testing procedures and product innovations to add customer value. Exceptional
EXPERTISE
academic qualifications include a Master of Science in Applied Chemistry & Chemical
Project Management
Technology from the University of Dhaka.
R&D Chemistry
Team Building/Leadership
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Training/Development
Master of Science in Applied Chemistry & Chemical Technology,
Workflow Optimization
Minor in Physics & Mathematics
Talent Management
University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Testing Procedures
Certifications or Additional Education: Coating Technology Courses, LASCT;
Paint Formulation
Color Technology Course, MINOLTA; Minitab Release 14 for Windows Course
Strategic Planning

People Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Research/Analytics
Coating Technologies

Consultant
June 2020 – Present
Catalina Paints Company: Los Angeles, CA
• Developed new Products, Update Formulations, Testing raw materials, Training to Technicians etc.
Senior Research & Development Chemist
HIS Coatings: Oklahoma City, OK

June 2016 – July 2019

Developed various products, including base coat, clear coat and primer based on MIL-PRF-85825 (Top Coat), MIL-PRF 23377 (Primer) and AMS-3901, for aerospace application, delivering all projects on time and under budget.
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Formulated innovative new products based on polyurethane, epoxy, acrylics, alkyds, W/B PUD, etc. in baking
enamels, wire coatings, aerospace coatings, tank liners, drum enamels and container coatings, contributing to
$10M in revenues within a competitive market.
Provided top-level customer application support to establish, document and communicate best practices for the
most cost-effective use of customers.
Offered exceptional troubleshooting assistance including investigating field technical service projects to identify

areas needing to be addressed while also supporting key product updates to ensure optimal success.
Assisted the manufacturing department in resolving complex issues throughout the manufacturing process to
drive smooth and efficient operations.
Performed technical chemical analysis according to clearly prescribed procedures and laboratory techniques.
Maintained inventory, ordered laboratory chemicals, equipment and supplies.
Implemented quality assurance procedures and performed minor repairs on test equipment/instruments.

Senior Chemist
Wilko Paint Inc.: Wichita, KS

November 2013 – May 2016

Designed innovative new OEM products and industrial applications according to specifications utilizing the formulation
of epoxy, acrylic, polysiloxane, polyurea, polyurethane, alkyd, lacquers, high-temperature silicone coatings, inorganic
zinc silicate coatings, unsaturated polyester and epoxy vinyl ester coatings.
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Drove $500K a year in increased sales and boosted business by $200K annually by developing new
products such as container coating, direct to metal coating, fleet finishes and specialty coatings.
Reduced the cost of raw materials and production operating expenses by 25%, with $200K per year savings.
Delivered cost guidance to sales staff members and customers to assist in closing deals, resulting in $250K in
additional sales.


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Created and integrated Standard Operating Procedures for the lab with 5 personnel to assure smooth and
efficient operations.
Oversaw all new color matches and established appropriate color standards in support of complex projects.

Consultant/Math & Science Tutor
April 2008 – July 2013
Versatile Building Products/Catalina Paint Company/MOC Products: City, CA
Created a wide array of popular new products such as polyaspartic and polyurea coating, W/B epoxy and polyurethane
coating, W/B and S/B concrete sealer, W/B epoxy color quartz system, UV curable coating, etc.
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Supervised all facets of QA operation, coordinating lab works with production, shipping, marketing, and inventory
control and customer service departments to elevate quality ratings by 60%.
Developed low-cost formulas and QA protocol for gear oil, power steering fluid, automatic transmission fluid,
brake fluid DOT 3 & DOT 4, degreaser, dressings and shampoos for car wash, saving $100K a year through a
strategic QA methodology.
Formulated special products for China, Taiwan, Mexico and Latin America worth $100K in yearly revenues.
Installed the Batch Master Windows version program for lab and manufacturing operations, leading to a
substantial boost in efficiency.

Senior Chemist
PFI Inc.: Santa Fe Springs, CA

March 2006 – March 2008

Updated and developed innovative product formulations for VOC compliance meeting SCAQMD Rule 1107 and 1125.
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Provided technical service to sales/marketing personnel and customers as needed, including visiting customer
sites for trials and problem solving as required, obtaining 90% satisfaction rating.
Analyzed current process systems in order to recommend and assist in the implementation of continuous
process improvements, significantly increasing operational productivity.
Collaborated closely with federal and state agencies such as EPA and SCAQMD to drive regulatory compliance.
Saved $150K per year by developing a comprehensive database for colorant formulations.

Lab Manager
Dayton Superior Corporation: Long Beach, CA

January 2003 – March 2006

Spearheaded daily chemical plant operations including batch ticket preparation and scaling up of 20 new products.
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Analyzed company needs and developed strategic solutions while handling all technical purchasing including raw
materials and lab equipment, saving the company $100K yearly through superior negotiations with

suppliers.
Generated complex technical documents and reports and prepared daily/weekly manufacturing and lab activities
with presentations at staff meetings and to higher officials at the corporate level.
Salvaged $150K annually in returned materials and reprocessed in batches to reduce waste by 50%.
Supervised two labs with a junior chemist and QC/R&D technicians while monitoring for maximized productivity
and efficiency.
Negotiated contracts worth up to $7M in business with CALTRAN and Arizona DOT and developed colorant
formulations resulting in $150K a year in boosted sales.
Achieved 90% goal for plans and managed detailed production schedules to meet production capacity
and customers’ demand.

Additional Experience: R&D Chemist, Ellis Paint Company, Chemist, DayGlo Color Corporation

TECHNOLOGY & TOOLS
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; Karl Fisher, FT-IR Spectrophotometer, Anton Par, Viscometers,
Refractive Index, Compressive Strength, Conductivity Meter, Physical Tests for Coatings, Flash Point Determination,
CS-5 Color Computer, Batch Master, MSDS, Product Bulletin, Wet Chemistry/Analytical Tests, Oracle Database

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
American Chemical Society (ACS), Los Angeles Society for Coating Technology, Distressed Children & Infants
International, Bangladesh Unity Federation of Los Angeles

INTERESTS
Traveling, Cricket, Foreign Language Films, Community Service, Charity Work