Brent Cowles

I was raised on a peach farm of 3500 trees. This is where I got my work ethic and love for pets. My identical twin and I built houses together for 17 years.  We then decided to go to college.  He went for banking while I got my degree in Chemistry.  I concentrated on polymers.  I love fishing from a kayak and breeding fish, guppies.  Our Mother ran a clothing store called Mania.  It was for people who needed clothing but could not afford them.  Twin Brother currently runs a food pantry.  I am never late and not afraid of a lot of hours.  I hope to get a job at Salvation Army to help all who need it.

Brent W. Cowles,  Retired in 2020

Quality Control, Quality Assurance and Analytical Chemistry

         Location: Princeton, TX               

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"Now Retired"

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Supervisor, Project Leader, and Technical Support for Internal and External Clients
• Implementation of Procedures for Cost Reduction, Increased Profitability and Staff Development

EMPLOYMENT:

Petsmart:  Pet Care Team                                                                              05/2025 - current

Target: Cashier for the Holidays                                                                    11/2024  - 01/2025

Project Manager for a Home Builder                                                             03/2022 – 01/2024

QC/QA Manager, BioMed Laboratories, Garland, TX                                  01/30/2017 – 8/13/2020

• Managed Quality Assurance and Quality Control departments.
• Adjusted Personal Batch and R&D Scale up from lab batches to factory produced batches.        Researched and resolved CAPA’s, OOS’s, Non-Conformances, Complaints.
• Adhered to the FDA Quality System (21 CFR §820), Drug cGMP, ISO 13485; 2016, Health Canada (preparing for MDSAP), EU Regulatory Requirements, ISO 14971 and supported the audits involved.
• Interviewed and hired QC Personnel.
• Implemented QMS and SOP modifications.
• Supported and Coordinated OSHA and Safety requirements.

R&D Analytical Chemist, Lily of the Desert Nutraceuticals, Lewisville, TX    07/20/2015 – 01/05/2017 Supported under USP guidelines:

• Analytical Method development for new products.
• Quality Control Testing revisions and method consolidation and simplification.
• Quality Control Management.
• HPLC, GC, ICPMS, Auto Titrators, UV-Vis.

Lab Analyst II, Alcon Laboratories, Inc., Fort Worth, TX          02/2015 – 06/2015       Contract:  Method Validation Team, HPLC and GC work.

Quality Manager/Analytical Chemist, Fertilome, Inc.-VPG   Bonham, TX       2009 - 2014       Developed and constructed the Analytical Laboratory.

• Purchased equipment, chemicals and supplies:

ICP, Nitrogen Analyzer, GC, HPLC, Grinder, balances, pH Meters and Stir Plates.

• Developed and Implemented Test methods for over 60 different products; eight chemical groups for Insecticides, Herbicides and Fertilizers.
• Constructed sample and standard preparations, and data/calculation spreadsheets.
• Developed new Process Solutions plus manufacturing and clean out procedures to insure no cross contamination of products.
• Assisted Maintenance, Plant Manager and Production Supervisor in refining equipment to improve production and products.
• Resolved Salesmen and Customer complaints.
• Developed and improved analytical test methods.

Lab Supervisor, Wellman, Inc. Bay St. Louis, MS                                           2005 - 2008

• Efficiently scheduled and directed staff in the expedient clean-up, salvage, and testing of lab 

equipment and chemicals in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.                                                                               

• Performed repairs on lab equipment including GCs, IC, viscometers, color analyzers, melt-point analyzers, titrators, and electronic balances. 
• Trained staff on equipment repair and worked with service technicians to reduce equipment downtime.
• Effectively communicated and supported the lab, sales staff, production, and customers in the resolution of issues, operational deficiencies; therefore, enhancing production and quality control.     Supervised 14 operators and 1 trainer.
• Developed and instituted proper labor safety procedures and training in compliance with EPA regulations and company quality requirements.
• Served on Production Improvement and Safety Committee.
• Negotiated with suppliers for best pricing and efficiency on equipment purchases.

Research and Development Chemist, Sigma Coatings, New Orleans, LA            2004 - 2005

• Developed new marine and industrial coatings in response to client requirements and enhanced existing formulas in compliance with EPA regulations.
• Identified root cause of defects, implemented corrective actions, and prepared reports on field 
• issues for complaints.

Resolved processing or specification issues with products.

• Revised quality control methods and provided direction to lab technicians for formulation testing, and product development.

Research & Development Chemist, Schnee-Morehead, Inc. Irving, TX                              1999 - 2004

• Project leader for acrylic polymer research and polymer science.
• Developed and applied for patent on zero VOC one component moisture cure acrylic polymers sealants and adhesives.
• Formulated one component polyurethane and water-based acrylic latex sealants and adhesives for world-wide applications.
• Developed process parameters and evaluated performance through data collection, updates and creating new raw material data sheets.
• Performed second source testing and analysis of raw materials which resulted in $250,000 in cost savings.
• Provided technical support, process analysis, and problem resolution for sales staff, production, and customers as Technical Service Chemist.
• Analytical Skills: IR, GC.

Research & Development Chemist, Kenlar Coatings, Kennedale, TX    1997 – 1999  Developed primers and topcoats for steel from surplus resins.

• Tested all products for corrosion-resistance, adhesion, viscosity and color.        Sourced excess resins from other paint companies and negotiated prices.

QC & R&D Chemist, Southwestern Petroleum Corp., Fort Worth, TX    1992-1997    Performed QC testing of all products using ICP, IR, FTIR and wet chemistry.

• Developed Latex and Polyurethane coatings and Automotive Lubricants.

EDUCATION

B.A. Chemistry, University of North Texas, Denton, Texas   1992

As Hiring Manager, I always tried to hire people with only a High School diploma.  I tried to teach them computers and lab equipment that look great on a resume.  Installing a good work ethic at the same time.