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Columbus, Oh, Us

Abbott Park, Illinois, Us

Naas, Ie

*Developed and optimized pharmaceutical protein hydrolysates manufacturing processes include but not limited to micro filtration, ultra filtration, reverse osmosis, plate and frame, evaporator, spray dry, HTST, ion exchange. Continuing optimizing recipes based on both internal cost efficiency and external customer needs. Hands on operation of pilot lab that run batches sized from bench to 20 gallons to 300 gallons. Troubleshooting and come up with rework plan to save cost. *Leading customer driven projects to meet functionality, quality and reproducibility requirements by monitoring product properties such as amino nitrogen (both manual and FTIR), optimizing filter- aids, filterability, powder appearance etc. *Monitoring and troubleshooting production run through HMI control systems (iFix). Ensured formulas/recipes are up to date and run accordingly.*Cross-functioning with engineering, production, supply chain, and global tech support team through out.

Rosemont, Illinois, Us

• Leading R&D projects related to innovated sweetener application in beverage/dairy/baking products, optimized formulation and labeling of flavored beverage, energy drink, high protein drink, tea, juice beverage, frozen products, etc. Averaging 9 projects simultaneously.• Established sensory evaluation system (hardware and software) for new products; Conduct sensory panel on a daily basis and train new employees on sensory evaluation.• Closely work with VP of technical sales and sales team on new products and customer developing• Conducted internal audit, supplier audit/approval; SQF level III practitioner, member of food safety/HACCP team; Helped score 90+ in SQF level II audit; editing/updating of documents and records regarding regulatory conformities• Managed R&D lab with Good Laboratory Practices, substituted food safety and quality manager when absent.

Gainesville, Florida, Us

• Communicated between the instructor and students; interacted with students; managed the teaching lab; assessed organized experimental data.• Prepared samples, cultures, media, etc. used for teaching lab• Illustrated to students how to use lab equipment appropriately• Conducted test panel and coached students on lab reports, lab questions• Evaluated pre-class quizzes, lab reports and proctored for exams

Gainesville, Fl, Us

• Supervised, conducted and analyzed series of microbiological assays for antimicrobial properties against different bacteria under FDA grants• Pre-treated samples from clients: textile, medical gauze, wounds dressing materials, etc.• Managed all laboratory operations and experiments with SOP under Biosafety II requirements• Operated and maintained laboratory equipment(autoclave, incubators, etc.) with FDA guidance • Data interpretation, weekly in-lab discussion and report to stakeholders• Evaluated the suitability of bacteria for inoculation and analysis procedures• Promoted to Microbiologist from Laboratory Technician, October 2014

• Conducted series of experiments measuring the technology data and process data (acid value, iodine value, peroxide, gas chromatography, luster, melting point etc.) of palm oil and soybean oil processing• Assisted QA team in conducting period internal audit; managed QA document; conducted environmental testing, ATP test, allergen swab• Familiarized with HACCP, GMP, SOP, SSOP, internal audit, raw material receiving test• Rotated in Production Department: Monitored three product lines and familiarized with the industrial facilities and the process flow