Barbara Schroeder
About Barbara Schroeder
Barbara Schroeder is a Production Engineer with extensive experience in the chemical engineering field, having worked at Cognis and currently at Stepan Company. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a Master's degree in Teaching from Olivet Nazarene University, and has taught science at both high school and college levels.
Work at Stepan Company
Barbara Schroeder has been employed at Stepan Company as a Production Engineer since 2018. In this role, she focuses on integrating new technology into manufacturing processes. Her experience at Stepan Company contributes to her extensive background in chemical engineering, emphasizing quality, safety, and environmental compliance.
Education and Expertise
Barbara Schroeder earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, completing her studies from 1987 to 1991. She later pursued a Master's degree in Teaching at Olivet Nazarene University, studying from 2004 to 2006. Her educational background supports her expertise in both engineering and education.
Background in Chemical Engineering
Barbara Schroeder has a diverse background in chemical engineering, having worked at Dow Corning in various roles, including Process Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, and Group Leader in Process Engineering from 1991 to 2001. Her experience includes ensuring quality, safety, and environmental compliance across different engineering positions.
Teaching Experience
Barbara Schroeder has taught science classes at both high school and college levels. She worked at Momence High School from 2007 to 2015 and at Bradley Bourbonnais Community High School from 2015 to 2018. Her teaching approach focuses on making science exciting and relevant to students.