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Fairfield, CT

• Managed all technical development and prototyping activities for the agency. Continually identified, researched and communicated the benefits of new and emerging technologies which could be applied to current and.
• Delivered technically accurate, fully engineered new packaging designs for numerous large CPG client product launches across a variety of packaging formats, (bottles, cans, trays, pouches, cartons, etc.)
• Enhanced Product Ventures’ Prototyping and Comprehensive Mockup creation capabilities through the investigation and acquisition of both solvent & UV 2D printers along with complimentary SLA 3D printing systems
• Conducted Life Cycle Analysis on new and existing package systems in efforts to educate clients on the most sustainability routes to pursue when launching new packaging initiatives
• Researched, purchased and oversaw the installation of stretch blow molding equipment for the company
• Designed stretch blow mold tooling that could be made in house reducing prototype mold lead time from six weeks to one

Fairfield, Connecticut, United States

• Managed development functions across the organization, (3D CAD, package engineering, prototyping). Performed life cycle analysis on package and material alternatives. Worked with clients and vendors to optimize package.
• Improved Product Ventures’ prototyping capabilities through the investigation and acquisition of new 3D printing equipment
• Developed online database of packaging technologies and developments for staff education and reference
• Created technical guidelines/constraints for numerous design and development projects and worked to ensure that new packaging designs created by the agency met those requirements

New Milford, Connecticut, United States

• Designed and engineered package and dispensing systems. Prepared FDA documentation to support product launches. Procured capital equipment, injection and blow molds. Managed mold shop and tool room personnel. Prepared.
• Prepared Drug Master Files to support the market launch of 2 proprietary dispensing systems
• Developed enhanced laser resealable Thermoplastic Elastomer integral to the advancement and commercialization of Medinstill’s INTACT ™ filling technology, (this technology is currently under license to GlaxoSmithKline.
• Managed the design, development and scale up of multiple proprietary dispensing systems, one of which is used in the Nestlé Viaggi automatic espresso and cappuccino machine

New Milford, Connecticut, United States

• Promoted from role as Senior Research Engineer. Managed team of 8 engineers and technicians while developing innovative package options for global foodservice projects.Managed department budget of $1.4 million, meeting.
• Developed and successfully implemented packaging projects for Nescafe iced beverage systems in use at Burger King, Mr. Pita, Honey Do Donuts, Knott’s Berry Farms and White Castle
• Launched unique, dual component beverage concentrate pack in use in systems for Disney Theme Parks
• Developed patented aseptic packaging for ambient storage and dispensing of shelf stable dairy products for use in McDonald’s in North America and Asia
• Improved heated sauce dispensing system with patented new ideas for Ortega sauce dispensers

Norwalk, Connecticut, United States

• Developed new packaging and optimized existing package formats in support of Pepperidge Farm’s Bakery, Frozen Food and “Away from Home” businesses.
• Launched packaging for Pepperidge Farm Flaky Crust Frozen Pot Pies in new microwave susceptor packaging that won the 2002 AIMCAL (Assn. of Industrial Metallizers, Coaters & Laminators) Technical Award in the Food.
• Initiated package optimization programs with the potential to yield over $500,000 in savings for the Bakery, Frozen Food and “Away From Home” divisions

Greenwich, Connecticut, United States

• Managed the company’s rapid prototyping operations and investigated new packaging technologies.
• Reduced blow molded prototype part lead times from four weeks to two days
• Initiated development of in house toothbrush prototyping operation

Greenwich, Connecticut, United States

• Managed all packaging related initiatives and developed new packaging options for major brands: Mentadent, Ponds, Vaseline Intensive Care, Rave, Aqua Net
• Pioneered use of dual component molding technology for production of new oral care implements, including the design and engineering of injection molded products and packaging for the full lines of Mentadent OralCare.
• Identified, and implemented cost savings programs resulting in savings in excess of $11 million

Stamford, Connecticut, United States

Responsible for new technology development and implementation. Designed and developed new concepts for internal mix aerosol systems and unique product applicators.

Bs, Polymer Science And Engineering

Mba, Management And Industrial Relations

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Polymer Science & Engineering

Activities and Societies: Sigma Nu Fraternity, Penn State Track Team

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Polymer/Plastics Engineering

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Polymer/Plastics Engineering

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Polymer/Plastics Engineering