Mark Kottke

Senior Quality Leader | Driving Product Excellence | Cross-Functional Growth | Analytical/Metals/Polymer Chemistry | ISO & Sustainability Champion

Role
Chief Engineer at Orefine
Location
College Station, TX, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers

About Mark Kottke

As a seasoned quality and lab operations professional, I bridge the gap between technical expertise and strategic leadership. I’ve supported complex chemical manufacturing environments from metals refining to polymers—managing high-volume labs, advancing ISO 17025 integration, and driving production alignment across operations, sales, and R&D. Whether it’s managing analytical teams, resolving non-conformances, overseeing capital improvements, or mentoring future leaders, I thrive in fast-paced, precision-driven environments. With a proven track record of cross-functional collaboration with various departments and business groups to ensure product quality, operational efficiency, and stakeholder communication, my work consistently delivers value to customers and supports sustainable growth.

Experience

  1. Chief Engineer

    Orefine

    Feb 2026 — Present · Austin, TX, US

    Leading a team of chemists and engineers charged with developing advanced refining processes aimed at restoring U.S. access to critical minerals.

Education

  • San Diego State University

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

  • California State University-Fullerton

    Bachelor's degree

  • San Diego State University-California State University

    Master's degree

  • UC San Diego Extension

    Certificate

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