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Piscataway Township, Nj, Us

Bloomfield, New Jersey, United States

* Collaborate on new product development and reformulations of antifoaming agents and emulsifiers in a GLP/GMP lab environment for use globally in food and beverage products.* Reaction synthesis and analysis of powder and liquid antifoams/defoamers for use in protein, dairy, starch, and high viscosity solid and liquid food products.* Evaluate and write reports for customer technical service projects, determine proper testing method(s), and provide product recommendations for customers to implement into their products or production processes.* Author internal reports to share findings and illustrate development process of new products, reformulations, and raw material or lab vs plant produced qualification comparisons.

Bridgewater, New Jersey, United States

* Supervised scale-up experiment runs on the production floor, ensuring chemical and physical specifications meet customer requirements.* Compiled experimental run data, and issued comparative analysis reports (product vs product, product vs competitor) to facilitate company decisions.* Conducted stability testing and reformulation on current dyes that experienced issues with fading and rigidity in our final product.* Developed natural food dye formulations on laboratory and production-scale for customers seeking healthier and natural alternatives.*Analyzed process data from PLCs to create correlation curves and understand machine performance to optimize production process.* Coordinated with cross functional teams to author new product documentation and other administrative work.

Clark, New Jersey

* Batched various skincare products (including O/W + W/O emulsions, gel moisturizers, and anhydrous bases) with high levels of mineral and/or organic UV filters.* Created comparisons among formulation trials and provide insights to help troubleshoot stability, sensorial, and processing challenges.* Provided scale-up manufacturing processes for oxybenzone-free reforms for branded sunscreens.* Prepared samples and submitted test requests in the product development checklist in an efficient manner to meet launch timelines.

Montclair, New Jersey

* Designated interim front desk supervisor in charge of overseeing associates, serving as the first point of contact, and assisting General Manger with managerial tasks.* Led facility improvement project, where I took measurements, created floor plans and aided in selecting new equipment based on member feedback.* Appointed to train new employees on expected customer service, software, clerical work, and facility maintenance with emphasis on member safety.

Newark, New Jersey

* Performed data analysis and graphing via OriginPRO on recorded data from LabVIEW, which yielded published results.* Designed a microfluidics system and conducted flow tests for device characterization.* Prepared solutions, handled enzymes and performed experimental methods including: cyclic voltammetry, I-V sweeps, and carbon nanotube deposition.* Assisted in development of SOPs and wrote procedures in online lab notebook.

North Bergen, New Jersey

* Entrusted with key holder tasks as an associate including: returns/exchanges, price overrides, and inventory logging.* Educated customers and assisted them with making smart decisions catered to their needs and wellness goals.

Elizabeth, New Jersey