- Directed product launch and cost savings initiatives at mill locations.- Managed concept development of new products from prototypes through scale up.- Coordinated team safety program to minimize risk, improve employee engagement, and mentor new hires and interns.- Led production of test market products on pilot equipment; coordinating raw material acquisition, resource scheduling, logistics, and delivery of final product.- Certified in HACCP for Manufacturing of Food… Show more - Directed product launch and cost savings initiatives at mill locations.- Managed concept development of new products from prototypes through scale up.- Coordinated team safety program to minimize risk, improve employee engagement, and mentor new hires and interns.- Led production of test market products on pilot equipment; coordinating raw material acquisition, resource scheduling, logistics, and delivery of final product.- Certified in HACCP for Manufacturing of Food Packaging Materials.- 2016 Brand Building Award winner for manufacturing of test market product.- Led Product Stewardship team as Compliance System Owner including implementation of fundamental programs and GMPs- Familiar with SQF, Lean Process, and 5S Show less

- Respond with composure to emergency situations- Knowledge of proper recognition and response to HAZMAT incidences- Quickly react and adapt to changing situations

Working to provide safer products and increased profitability for clients throughout the food production and manufacturing industries, through microbiological and chemical analysis.

Prepare food and environmental samples for microbiological and chemical testing for qualitative analysis:- Plate samples on PetriFilm, broth, and agar media to detect microbial growth- Bio-Rad PCR- Prepare media- Verify calibration of lab equipment

- Reduced manufacturing downtime through supply chain support and logistical coordination- Logged inventory into and retrieved next due product from a comprehensive Oracle database- Stored and picked orders of raw materials and work-in-progress- Effectively communicated with team members- Performed independently without direct supervisory involvement

- Initiated document improvements to increase administrative productivity- Endorsed procedure changes to improve peer morale without increasing operating costs- Maintained logs to document daily duties- Verified load accuracy- Inspected and maintained vehicle safety and proper mechanical operation- Communicated effectively with team members- Built strong relationships with customers and their employees