Cargill Food Innovation Center (CFIC)

-Experience with SAP and WM6 Software-Shortening improvement project liaison for Sidney, OH this included: managing interns, analysis (NMR, Drop & Hand Penetrometer, Texture Analyzer, Density), gathering data, pulling product, logistics-Familiar with Viscometer, RI (Refractive Index), moisture titrator, Tintometer, OSI (Oxidative Stability Test)-Audit FSO during line checks such as batch numbers, codes, correct container, and labels-Assist in organization of the lab -Trained several colleagues on correct laboratory procedures-Analyze oils such as peanut, vegetable, liquid butter alternative (LBA), shortening and more for correct specifications-Problem solve and make determinations about issues related to analysis of oil while communicating with fill room operators and refinery lab personnel

-Supervised 25 people across 2 ticket selling gates and 2 parking lots-Created an ever changing schedule to cover needs-Worked with teenagers all the way to retirees-Entrusted with accounting and money management -Set a tone with great customer service with co-workers and visitors-On the spot problem solving-During 2021, 2022, 2023 state fair

-Experience with TQ Analyst, Mastercontrol, Omnic, Chromperfect, & Galaxie software-Expertise in EPA Protocol analysis of pressurized gas cylinders-Analyzed pure gases and gas mixtures-Directed and trained several colleagues in EPA laboratory functions-Expertise with FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared Radiation) and with various Horiba Analyzers-Updated and started current SRM database of cylinders in house-Ordered scientific supplies and coordinated instrument maintenance-Created certificate of analysis (COA) and responded to COA requests-Assisted in instrument and cylinder move from Pasadena, TX to New Johnsonville, TN-Assisted in GMIS (Gas Manufacturer’s Intermediate Standard) analysis and cylinder request-Reviewed customer orders for instrument and gas standard availability-Documented and validated methods and procedures-Sustained quality control records and log book

-Knowledge of documentation rules and regulations in GMP/ GLP environment-Experience with Mastercontrol, Watson LIMS, Microsoft Office, & in house PDS (Project Database System) software-Proficient in pipette usage and solution preparation-Supported bioanalytical projects in clinical and preclinical studies-Expertise with manual and automated liquid/ liquid, protein precipitation, SPE extractions utilizing Tomtec Quadra 96-Prepared Calibrators (Cal) and Quality control (QC) samples-Knowledge of sonicator, centrifuge, vortexer, pH meters, microbalance-Directed and trained several colleagues in laboratory functions-Ability to work in fast paced & detailed oriented environment-Experience with Bar Tender label making software & Zebra 105 SL printer-Assisted with sample receipt and archives -Promoted to Analyst position Mar ‘08

-Receipt of chemicals and indexing MSDS-Solution preparation & organization of laboratory items-Assisted students during laboratory class-Cleaning of glassware and pipettes