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Tipp City, Oh

Lewisburg, Oh - Mason, Oh

- Daily coach for up to 8 Researchers in Research Lab- Developed complex methods for carotenoid analysis in finished products and ingredients to enable claims and patents - Collaborated with P&G IP attorney to identify patent infringement by competitors and provide data for challenges- Worked cross-functionally to register European-made product in Asian markets, complying with all foreign ministry req.- Identified and qualified Argentinean lab for Chinese registration of Argentinean-made P&G Pet Care products- Developed methods to quantify texture and internal structure of kibbles using Hirox digital microscope, resulting in product improvements including easier-to-eat kibbles, increased nutrient digestibility and better raw material processing- Led team that coordinated the moving of the Pet Care R&D lab from Lewisburg to the Mason Business Center- Lead all out of spec lab result investigations along with Pet Care AAFCO check sample program including manufacturing

Lewisburg, Oh

- Fatty acid analysis lead: Worked with Strategic Research Group to identify potential claims around omega 3 fatty acids in tissue, plasma and cell membrane samples, developed analytical methods to support these claims. Optimized methodology for fatty acid analysis of various forms of finished pet food products and commodity and specialty feed ingredients.- Vitamins A&E lead: Developed methods for analyzing finished products and ingredients, adapted methodology for use with blood/plasma/serum samples to support nutritional claims. - In vitro fermentation: Developed method for analysis of short chain fatty acids in an in vitro fermentation matrix to support research endeavors, patents and claims on fiber fermentation and gut health- Product stability: Collaborated cross-functionally with purchasing, manufacturing and nutrition teams to launch a new natural antioxidant package superior to existing preservative ingredients, allowing for a $1MM cost savings in the first year

Lewisburg, Oh

- Tested finished products, manufacturing samples, premixes, ingredients and biological samples for protein, moisture, ash, fat, crude fiber, pH and mineral levels. Developed new mineral method that cleared up known interferences. - Developed super critical fluid methods for rapid analysis of fat content in feeds and ingredients and, to implement, install the Isco instrumentation and train personnel on its use at all manufacturing plant labs.

Sidney, Oh

• Managed failure analysis lab, including coordinating work of 3 employees and leading manufacturing issue resolution• Analyzed defects and reported on computer hard drive platters using variety of instrumental and visual techniques such as light microscopes, scanning electron microscope with energy dispersive x-ray analyzer, and atomic force microscope• Developed polishing techniques to look at defects and ran atomic absorption spectrometer for Ni and Co levels

Miamisburg, Oh

• Ran EPA, OSHA certified gas chromatography lab (included 3 GC’s with FID, ECD and Hall detectors)• Analyzed soil, oil and water samples for PCB’s as part of contract with Dayton and Cincinnati power companies• With employer’s approval, performed consulting work setting up basic environmental labs in the Dayton area, including writing methods of analyses and training employees to perform these analyses.

Bachelor'S Degree, Geology And Mineralogy

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