Bert Langan

Robert Langan

Denver, CO

952.200.3660

Bert.Langan@gmail.com

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

Technically inclined professional with extensive experience in designing and implementing solutions across scientific glassblowing, Android application development, and operational efficiency. Highly skilled in developing specialized tools and applications, as well as creating and refining processes to improve production efficiency, ensure safety compliance, and achieve zero-defect quality standards. Strong leadership skills with adeptness in training and mentoring teams, managing large-scale collaborative projects, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and partners. Thrives in dynamic environments that require strategic thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication to deliver impactful results. Areas of expertise include:

• Scientific Glassblowing • Android Application Development • Glassware Design & Production • Web Development
• Process Optimization • Lean Manufacturing • Marketing & Customer Service • Hazardous Chemical Management
• Risk Mitigation • Team Management & Collaboration • Safety Compliance • Customer Relationship Management
• Quality Assurance • Computer Programming • Production & Inventory Management • GitHub & Amazon Web Services

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Elemental Scientific Glassblowing

Senior Scientific Glassblower | Aug 2019 – Present

• Create complex scientific glassware from quartz and borosilicate to achieve exacting precision in design and functionality.
• Investigate and innovate glass formulations to meet the rigorous demands of analytical science.
• Shorten production cycles to align with stringent manufacturing standards and improve operational efficiency.
• Teach apprentices and glassblowers to master essential techniques and uphold quality standards in their craft.
• Manage hazardous chemicals safely to protect personnel and maintain compliance with safety regulations.
• Achieved a 30% increase in monthly production by developing and implementing a lean production process, which included designing a custom-built digital Kanban board.
• Improved team safety by identifying a hazard with a specific torch model and collaborating with a machinist to redesign it for enhanced reliability.
• Delivered cost-effective solutions by repairing broken glassware for the School of Mines’ chemistry department, exceeding client expectations.
• Ensured zero defective products were shipped by implementing a quality control process that resolved inconsistencies between internal and external measurements.

TrippyTips LLC

Owner | Oct 2012 – Aug 2019

• Founded and operated a glass art business that shipped handcrafted pieces to collectors worldwide, including acquisitions for permanent museum collections.
• Led a team of apprentices and fellow glassblowers, fostering skill development and maintaining the highest craftsmanship standards.
• Oversaw custom order production, ensuring each piece met unique client specifications while optimizing processes to exceed production efficiency goals.
• Managed all aspects of the company’s online presence, including website development and maintenance on platforms such as Magento and WordPress.
• Expanded business reach by collaborating with 12 skilled artists to scale production and meet high customer demand.
• Maintained strict quality control by partnering with local experts for premium component sourcing, ensuring product safety and longevity.
• Elevated brand visibility and strengthened customer relationships through high-profile convention appearances, including a live glassblowing demonstration featured on a popular podcast.
• Developed a standardized production process for in-demand designs, enabling wholesale ordering while preserving exclusivity for custom, high-end pieces.

Earlier Career

• Glass Technician I – Lato Scientific Glassblowing (Oct 2010 – Oct 2012)
• Teacher’s Assistant – Salem CC Glass Center (Sep 2008 – Sep 2010)
• Glass Blower – University of Wisconsin (Aug 2007 – Sep 2008)

PROJECTS

Glassblowers Toolchest

• Enabled artists to confidently scale their projects and maintain work integrity by creating an Android application that accurately calculated electronic annealing schedules for kilns.
• Eliminated waste of expensive materials by providing precise calculations for the required glass amounts through an industry-specific Android application.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Associate’s Degree in Scientific Glass Technology – Salem Community College (2009)

Module 1 of 1: Cloud Architecture – Upskillist (2024)