Donnie Hyder
About Donnie Hyder
Donnie Hyder is a Lead Technical Specialist at Milliken & Company, where he has worked since 1996. He has extensive experience in extrusion processes and plays a key role in bridging R&D and manufacturing for colorant concentrates.
Current Role as Lead Technical Specialist
Donnie Hyder serves as the Lead Technical Specialist at Milliken & Company, a position he has held since 1996. In this role, he acts as a key liaison between research and development and manufacturing, facilitating the introduction of new processes. His responsibilities include ensuring smooth transitions and effective implementation of these processes within the manufacturing environment.
Experience at Milliken & Company
Hyder previously worked at Milliken & Company as an Advanced Technical Associate from 1990 to 1996. During his six years in this role, he gained extensive experience in both single and twin screw extrusion processes, particularly in the manufacturing of colorant concentrates. His background includes qualifying raw materials, which has contributed to cost savings and improved material efficiency.
Technical Expertise and Instrumentation
Hyder possesses hands-on experience with advanced instruments essential for physical property testing of plastics. He has worked with tools such as the MacBeth Color Eye 7000A, FTIR, and Perkin Elmer UV-Vis. His expertise also extends to plastic color matching, which is vital for maintaining product quality and customer satisfaction in the colorant product line.
Education and Background
Donnie Hyder studied at USC - Spartanburg, where he focused on Business from 1982 to 1984. This educational background has equipped him with skills that complement his technical expertise in the manufacturing sector.
Contributions to Efficiency and Customer Support
Hyder has written and implemented procedures aimed at reducing cycle times and costs, reflecting his commitment to efficiency and cost-effectiveness. He also provides customer technical service and support, which includes conducting customer trials for new color development and troubleshooting in the field.