As a Technical Evaluator at FoodChain ID, I leverage my extensive expertise in quality assurance, auditing, and regulatory compliance to evaluate food products against the Non-GMO Project standard—a prestigious third-party certification program that empowers consumers to make informed choices. With over eight years of experience in the food and agriculture industry, I am deeply committed to high-quality food, sustainable agricultural practices, and ensuring product integrity and transparency.In my current role, I work alongside an international evaluation team, guiding a diverse array of global food manufacturers through the evaluation process. I conduct rigorous audits to ensure that product labels and ingredients meet the Non-GMO Project's stringent standards. Leveraging my background in biochemistry and food manufacturing, I meticulously assess a wide array of products, ingredients, and compliance documents, as well as sampling plans, facility inspections, and laboratory results.Previously, I managed Nevada's Department of Agriculture Food Safety Laboratory, where I spearheaded the overhaul of testing methods, reduced operational costs, and led a flawless FDA accreditation audit. My contributions also extend to the development of regulations for Nevada's cannabis laboratories and the national Grade 'A' Dairy program.As a data-driven leader, I have hands-on experience in building quality management systems from the ground up. I am currently pursuing a Master's in Data Science, and I am eager to combine my rich background in quality assurance and regulatory compliance in food and agriculture with cutting-edge data science techniques. I am not just equipped to tackle the challenges of today; I am preparing to solve the problems of tomorrow.
Listed skills include Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Analytical Method Validation, Microbiology, and 4 others.
