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Identify strategic manufacturing and ingredient partnersWork with existing suppliers to improve quality and cost

New product and process development, with a focus on RTE business

Bolingbrook, Illinois

Ames

Sheboygan, Wisconsin Area

Nevada, Iowa

• Produce samples for potential customers• Maintain paperwork for HAACP records and USDA regulations• Work within teams to develop new products, improve on existing products• Troubleshoot product quality problems based on customer complaints

Boone, Iowa

• Organized daily unit functions; maintained grounds and equipment• Facilitated horseback riding lessons, including lesson plans, times and instructors

Cold Spring Minnesota

• Received training in Lean methodology and Six Sigma thinking• Lead and worked with process improvement projects• Worked to develop leadership and communication skills through conducting one-on ones and process involvement

Ames, Iowa

• Assisted with harvest and fabrication of livestock • Produced fresh and processed meats for sales• Operated student run meat sales• Assisted professionals with ingredient, equipment and process testing• Prepared facilities and equipment for class, short course, and daily use• Cleaned and inspected facilities and equipment• Trained and supervised new employees

Master'S Degree, Meat Science

Bachelor'S Degree, Animal Sciences

Activities and Societies: Iowa State Wrestling Club, Recruiting Chair Minor: Meat Science