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Niagara Falls, ON, CA

Niagara Falls, ON, CA

Buffalo, NY, US

Responsible for development of novel ingredients and biomanufacturing technologies to enhance the sustainability of our supply chain. Leading research efforts into new ways of working and how to leverage Artificial Intelligence as well as Machine Learning throughout the NPD process.

Buffalo, NY, US

Led protein science research initiatives, including research into functionality of new ingredients and manufacturing processes. On-going collaboration with Rich's External Innovation team and Rich Venture Fund to assess startups in the alternative protein and food biotechnology space.

Buffalo, NY, US

Led global process and product development projects for emerging markets including Latin America (Peru, Colombia, Brazil), South Africa, and Asia (South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and Indonesia). Focussed on emulsion-based and aerated products including non-dairy cream alternatives for cooking, topping, cake decorating, and beverage applications.

Buffalo, NY, US

-Provided technical expertise, training, and development support for global TCCS (Toppings, Creamers, and Culinary Solutions) projects-Developed new UHT products with improved stability and reformulated existing products for cost savings and market compliance-Provided crucial input for COVID-19 contingency planning to mitigate global supply chain disruptions

Buffalo, NY, US

-Conducted benchtop, pilot lab and plant trial experiments for various on-going projects including new product development, product reformulation, ingredient functionality assessment, and supplier evaluations -Scaled up projects to plant scale production, requiring coordination with cross-functional teams; leading up to production start-up support as well.

Ottawa, Ontario, CA

-Involved in projects investigating UV-C irradiation of produce surfaces and cold-pressed juices for inactivation of spoilage organisms and food-borne pathogens-Received extensive bio-safety training through AAFC and the Public Health Agency of Canada, leading to strong understanding of key safety concepts-Conducted assays to measure the properties of.

Toronto, Ontario, CA

-Conducted lab bakes for various on-going projects such as product reformulation, cost reduction, ingredient and supplier evaluations as well as alternative processing methods or conditions -Participated and assisted in scaling up of projects to plant scale production trials at various plants, leading up to production start-up and support as well as.

Toronto, Ontario, CA

-Aided in formulation development and stabilization of the emulsification systems for our products -Processed raw plant material to extract bioactive compounds and yield high-quality ingredients to be used in cosmetics -Produced various products from start to finish; including mixing, homogenizing, packaging, labelling, and boxing

无锡市, 江苏省, CN

Assisted master's student and local professor's research project on emulsification properties of pea proteins:-Helped design experiments, prepare emulsion samples, then characterized emulsions in terms of droplet size, extent of flocculation and coalescence, and direct observation with digital microscope.-Separated emulsion phases for further analysis such.

Canton, MA, US

-Refined my communication skills by serving customers with enthusiasm as well as coordinated opening and closing procedures with other team members. -Provided a clean working environment and developed quick methods to perform restocking of all serving utilities to be continuously available for business.

Montréal, Québec, CA

-Became the go-to employee for training new recruits, monitoring their progress and helped build a strong team of productive workers.-Ensured adequate output of product by restocking shelves promptly, maintaining quality and limiting losses with wrapped produce sold at a reduced price.

Master Of Science - Ms, Food Technology

Bachelor’S Degree, Food Science

Summer Exchange, Food Science And Technology