• Spearheaded process optimization of byproduct processing. Responsible for several unit operations including, disk stack centrifuges, two and three-phase separators, drum dryers, and rotary screen filters.• Tracked Key Performance Indicators through the combination of OSI PI, FactoryTalk applications, and VirtualBasic (VBA) resulting in faster reaction to process variations. An integral member of the automated reporting team responsible for supplying the plant floor with a reporting scheme analyzing various production, yield, and quality variables. • Versed in ISO9000, ISO14000, and FCS22000 standards. Team member of the ISO internal audit team responsible for diligently ensuring compliance with GMP standards and maintaining essential business certifications. • Collaborated with the Quality Department to conduct GMP compliance assessments and successfully resolved identified GMP issues as part of engineering responsibilities.• Actively engaged in close communication with global operations teams to facilitate best practice sharing and knowledge exchange initiatives.

• Created a unique project design and demonstrated it to SABR (sustainable advanced bioeconomy research) for approval to implement on site. • Collected, analyzed and analyzed samples to be used in formulation of future publication.• Presented research findings to members of the United States Congress to receive additional funding for ISU.

• Created an inclusive, learning rich environment to encourage incoming freshman students• Prepared and presented twenty-eight lessons and coordinated various extracurricular activities. • Championed students success by creating a four year plan, future resumes, and having seven of the students go on to become honors leaders the subsequent year.

• Received weekly recognition based on working merit and also employee of month award. • Facilitated online transactions (15,000 orders per day), managed inventory and logistics• Achieved 97-99% order completion, exceeding most other locations by ~15%• Pushed for a positive workplace attitude, increased morale and work ethic.

• Researched drug delivery methods for colon and small intestine inflammation and disease • Collaborated with team to model, test, and produce prototype drug delivery mechanism• Presented initial design to the professor, upon feedback reengineered the model for use in the lab.