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Bridgeton, Missouri, United States

Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States

- Research Assistant in Sensory and Consumer Sciences for Han-Seok Seo, Ph.D. -Worked as a project leader on 22 different projects and assisted with many more. (Projects include sensory panels, focus groups and instrumental analysis with products including: sausages, hotdogs, lemonade, coffee, chicken, rice, protein bars and gummies)-Manage a research lab which focuses on instrumental analysis such as rheology, texture analysis, and other testing. Functions of this role include inventory, maintenance, and technical skills to utilize specialized equipment.-Assist in the training and mentoring of new lab members including graduate and undergraduate students.

Siloam Springs, Arkansas, United States

- Managed the development of four new vacuum packaged marinated dark meat products. Communicated with vendors to develop seasoning and marination blends and worked closely with other teams to develop formulations, labeling and fully develop this product.- Formally presented new and innovative products that were the result of my eight week project to the R & D team and company executives.- Visited and toured production facilities and laboratories at Simmons Foods, Newly Weds Foods, Griffith Foods, Urschel Laboratories (Chesterton, IN).

- Assisted graduate and undergraduate students in the Meat and Muscle Biology lab. - Aided in research focused on meat color and quality in meat animals.- Gained experience of lab procedures and research techniques including the use of and proper cleaning of laboratory equipment and workspaces.

Stillwater, Oklahoma

- Developed a research project and learned about research techniques.- Conducted research testing probiotic viability at various temperatures over a span of three years.- Incorporated probiotic cultures into peanut butter bites to improve gut health. - Conducted a shelf study to assess probiotic cultures over the life of the product.

Springfield, Missouri, United States

- Wrote work instructions to contribute to processes used in the lab and pilot plant.- Aided in the incorporation of handsfree wearable tablet for company use. Developed a manual to explain the use and troubleshooting of this technology.- Conducted a benchmark comparison of DFA and competitor cheeses through pizza bakes.- Updated records for the triennial review process of 60+ product specifications.

Joplin, Missouri, United States

- Learned management skills to be an effective leader.- Worked in a team of 40 associates to run a grocery store efficiently.- Trained in various departments and functions: management/service desk, cash office, fresh produce, bakery, deli, fuel pumps, grocery, general merchandise, cash register, stocking, ordering product, and worked opening and closing shifts.- Gained a broad understanding of food safety and science in the retail space.

Carthage, Mo

- Gained experience working in a manufacturing environment on the assembly line through the assembly of light structures, wiring and interpreting order forms.- Corrected problems as they arose through critical thinking and physical alterations to the product.- Developed an appreciation for the work that it takes to physically build the products that we deliver to our customers.

Carthage, Missouri, United States

- Managed herd genetics and nutrition for 30 purebred and crossbred Boer Goats on my family farm.- Developed an efficient record keeping system to track genetics, medications, sales and other important information regarding livestock.- Managed farm maintenance and daily operations through physical labor of maintaining facilities and inspecting health and condition of livestock and facilities.

Master Of Science - Ms, Food Science

Activities and Societies: • IFT Sensory and Consumer Sciences Student Representative 2022 - 2024 • Sensory Science Journal Club Chair 2023.

Bachelor'S Degree, Food Science

Activities and Societies: •Sigma Alpha Professional Agriculture Sorority •Food Science Club •Agriculture Future of America Leaders.