Chemist 1

• Jul 2020 - Present

Analytical Chemist

• Oct 2018 - Oct 2019

Perform analytical tests using instruments such as HPLC, GC-MS, and ICP-MS.Extract and prepare samples for instrumental analysis.Conduct physical tests on samples such as pH, specific gravity, gluten and etc.Prepare Standardized Volumetric Reagent SolutionsCompile & analyze (statistically, mathematically and/or graphically) test results, and prepare & communicate reports.Perform sample calculations and write up in laboratory notebook. Report results on sample submission sheets.Document and maintain records.Write and develop SOP’s with the approval of the Manager.Familiar with SQF, HACCP and FMSAFamiliar with JDE and LascomPerform Lab supplies requisitionConduct GMP Internal Quality AuditConduct Quality and Food Safety Training to newly hired employeesCalibrate laboratory equipment and maintain lab area clean at all times

Supply Chain Quality (Ingredients)

• Jan 2017 - Oct 2018

Perform sampling, physical and chemical analysis, and verification of Certificate of Analysis on all incoming ingredient raw materials Maintain accurate data entry and data filesCommunicate and report results outside the defined specification ranges in a timely mannerConduct meticulous investigation, proper documentation, and places ingredient on hold if issues found.Prepare defective material report when non-conformance to food quality and food safety is found on raw materialsAssist in product improvement on ingredients analysisPerform analytical analysis, review documentation for new or alternate ingredient supplier and send it to R&D for evaluation through Sharepoint sitePrepare samples for shipment on requestPerform verification on all incoming ingredient shipment and push them to stock using JDE systemPerform weekly report on expired/ expiring ingredientsConduct Shelf Life AssessmentInteract with other departments e.g. Supplier/Vendor, R&D, QA/QC, Regulatory/ labeling, Purchasing, Finance, Production planning, and Warehouse groups in regular basisAssist the coordination of the supplier activities to ensure delivery and storage of material meets regulatory practice, food safety and quality, and delivery requirements.Write SOP’s approved by the technical ManagerPerform calibration of laboratory equipment and maintain lab area clean at all timesReview supplier documentation to ensure it is meeting Bolthouse requirementsPerform special projects and other duties assignedConduct monthly GMP Plant Audit

Quality Control Specialist

• Apr 2015 - Jan 2017

Perform analytical analysis on all in-process and finished products within APEX facilityConduct daily audits of production procedures including verification of code dates, scales, water levels, plant GMP’s and documentationWork with QC Supervisor and production personnel in addressing items that are out of compliancePerform pre-operational, in-process and post operation food safety and plant sanitation auditsPerform microbial/ATP swabbing on plant equipment and facilitiesPlace product on hold if deviations from standards occurSample collection, operation lab equipment, data analysis and entryCalibrate and maintain laboratory equipmentEnforce plant QA, hygiene, and GMP policiesEnforce Critical Control Point and Critical Quality Point in all processes

Quality Control

• Nov 2009 - Mar 2010

-Performed analysis and report between abaca fiber raw material to a pulp sheeted abaca fiber finished product -Conduct testing and analysis for finished product quality -Prepared and Standardized Volumetric Solutions: Reagents -Performed BOD, COD, and TSS testing -Operated various technical laboratory equipments for testing and analysis -Experienced in water sampling and testing -Performed analysis and report between abaca fiber raw material to a pulp sheeted abaca fiber finished product -Conduct testing and analysis for finished product quality -Prepared and Standardized Volumetric Solutions: Reagents -Performed BOD, COD, and TSS testing -Operated various technical laboratory equipments for testing and analysis -Experienced in water sampling and testing