Jarrod Wise

Jarrod Wise is a Chemical Engineer at APV Engineered Coatings, Inc., having held the position since June 2018 after previously serving as a Co-Op from January 2016 to 2018. Expertise includes formulation of 1 and 2k systems using isocyanate, melamine, and acid, as well as proficiency in silicone and fluorine additives. Notable contributions involve the development of specialty coatings such as anti-soiling, anti-graffiti, and odor eliminating coatings, along with research on acrylic and polyurethane dispersion resins. Quality control testing and corrective measures on production batches are also part of the skill set, alongside software upgrades and data analysis using Excel VBA. Prior experience includes a summer internship and laboratory technician roles at Owens Corning, focusing on equipment safety documentation and physical property testing of asphalt roofing shingles. Jarrod holds a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering with a specialization in Polymer Engineering from The University of Akron, completed in 2018.