Experience

Fisher Farms, Inc.

• Philippines
• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Research And Development Specialist

  • Aug 2021 - Present

  1. Manage technical project execution and business alignment with minimal supervision from inception until successful production start-up/commercialization.2. Responsible for identifying and exploring new technologies to support product innovation.3. Apply knowledge of plant equipment, plant processes, and facilities in process design/development. 4. Coordinate with Production and Engineering in establishing process design.5. Responsible for product development towards best manufacturing practices and the highest efficiency in close cooperation with operations.6. Perform bench-scale tests and pilot plant tests to generate product prototypes as well as generate data on product specifications and process parameters. Run production tests on the production floor as required.7. Interpret test results and independently identify and execute the next steps.8. Conduct and facilitate sensory evaluation and shelf life studies.9. Act as R&D representative for assigned projects; responsible for interfacing with other departments to accomplish project objectives on time including Quality Assurance/Quality Control, Packaging Development, Marketing, Sales, Business Development, Operations, and Finance.10. Handle multiple assignments simultaneously, including product innovation and adaptation, productivity/Quality/Profit Improvement initiatives.11. Support raw material procurement strategies by assessing new sources of ingredients for acceptability. Evaluate supplier conformance to Halal and other required certifications prior to approval.12. Encodes project raw data and conducts appropriate statistical analysis for finalization of product specification and process parameters.13. Provide product information required for packaging development.14. Prepare preliminary costing of tested product formulations as well as coordinated with Operations IE to determine cost implications of process improvement initiatives. Show less

• Laboratory Analyst

  • Oct 2019 - Aug 2021

  1. Performs microbiological, chemical and physico-chemical analysis to provide data to the end user.2. Prepares reagents, media and solutions necessary for the performance of all laboratory tests.3. Tests new and improved laboratory methods and procedures.4. Makes and records scientific observations accurately, prepare and present scientific records and reports and observe safety precautions.5. Keeps accurate daily records and analyze statistical performance of results.6. Trains and supervises training of laboratory staff.7. Supervises purchase of supplies and maintains equipment inventory.8. Enforces GLP and safety procedures within the laboratory facility.9. Develops a budget for laboratory and maintains control of laboratory costs.10. Plans work load distribution and makes schedule.11. Participates in local and international audit. Show less