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Cleveland, Oh, Us

Orrville, Ohio, Us

Pet Research & Development

Irving, Tx, Us

Baby Child Care Packaging Team• Supported development of new packaging configurations for Pull-Ups resulting in $10.5MM in distribution cost savings • Conducted ISTA 6-SIOC testing to certify 56 SKU’s for Amazon and prevent $4MM in fines • Worked cross-functionally with planning, mill personnel, and distribution center staff to develop and execute trials • Presented Code Reviewers to gain mill alignment on new packaging configurations • Managed and approved packaging dielines and unit load drawings for diaper innovation project

Orrville, Ohio, Us

Consumer Foods - Technical Services Organization (TSO) and R&D• Constructed a matrix of the recyclability status for over 100 SKUs to contribute toSmucker’s goal of 100% recyclable, compostable, or reusable packaging by 2025• Researched and provided recommendations for alternative flexible films, induction seals,and tamper evident bands to drive the organization’s sustainability goals• Created and evaluated test plans to qualify 1 new supplier and 1 fitment at existing copacker for new packaging concept• Led discussions with 5 suppliers for possible acquisition of dimensional measuringequipment for packaging lab• Performed quality checks at areas of concern during plant trials for multiple productsincluding plastic squeeze bottle and glass jars to ensure a successful run• Gained on-site experience with packaging processes for plastic squeeze bottle, glass jars,and portion control cups• Conducted ISTA 3E and ISTA 6-SIOC testing to validate packaging for 2 new products• Communicated project updates to cross-functional teams to ensure alignment

Communicated with children and their parents to maintain positive relationshipsDeveloped and taught a weekly science class for Kid’s Academy summer programMonitored and interacted with children to maintain safe play environmentsInformed members of Kid's Activities programs and servicesMaintained clean facilities to ensure a healthy environment

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Packaging

Study Abroad In The Uk, Packaging