New Product Development Manager

• Nov 2022 - Present

Packaging Technologist

• Apr 2019 - Nov 2022

Responsible for packaging development to deliver the Asahi New Product Development program in Australia & New Zealand including initiating, managing and reporting on packaging material line trials.Delivery of added value to packaging materials through Value Optimisation activitiesProvide technical support to Asahi Beverages manufacturing sites regarding theperformance of packaging materials.

State Product Value Optimisation Coordinator

• Jun 2016 - Apr 2019

Responsible for initiating, leading and managing product and process optimising projects to drive quality, safety and/or commercial improvement ie to drive margin opportunities to enable growth through the end to end supply chain.Responsible for delivering value optimiations projects for improvement to processes & systems including microbiological improvements, capital projects and systems improvements.Act as the interface between national technical and innovations team and production for Victorian Manufacturing Sites.

Project Engineer

• Jul 2015 - Apr 2016

Managing small to medium projects (up to $150K) from initiation through to completion in a pharmaceutical environment with a strong focus on safety and plant service focused projects Support large projects ($10M) as a part of a team of project managers for the design and construction of a new waste treatment facility and associated equipment Managing project planning, budget, timeline, quality, scope, risk management and stakeholder expectations Build relationships with clients and key stakeholders in order to execute projects with a customer service focus Management of qualification and commissioning activities of both GMP and non GMP systems

Reliability Engineer & Manufacturing Coordinator

• Dec 2014 - Jul 2015

Coordinator of factory retorting and packaging areas requiring a combination of leadership and technical skills.Main responsibilities include managing direct reports, labour allocation and optimisation, labour up skill, A3 problem solving, driving safety, quality and efficiency improvements, change over optimisation, lean manufacturing, understanding thermal processing and HACCP.

Supply Chain Graduate

• Jan 2014 - Dec 2014

Supply chain graduate program which consists of rotating through various departments in the Campbell's business. Rotations completed in Safety, Manufacturing and Engineering & Maintenance.I worked as a project engineer in each of these departments, focusing on projects specifically related to that area. Developed a site wide traffic management plan resulting in a reduction in near miss reportsImplemented a site wide chemical management review ensuring site complies with regulations and updating site policies on storage and handling of chemicalsCreating and implementing a Maintenance and Manufacturing planning interfaceValue Stream Mapping focusing on waste reductionSite sustainability improvements including reduction in compressed air usage and feasibility studies into retort insulation

Quality Leader

• Jul 2013 - Jan 2014

Actively engage in the management of the sites Hold & Release program to ensure the manufacture of all product is in strict compliance with food safety requirements. Engage in the management of the site's Consumer Feedback response program, including investigation into quality related manufacturing challenges.Deliver projects within time frame to enable continuous improvement in all aspects of product quality to reduce manufacture loss, out of specification product and drive product growth.

Research Assistant

• Feb 2012 - Jun 2012

Carried out experiments using fluidized beds to determine how various parameters change the continuous discharge of solids from the bed, allowing for greater process control. Excellent time management skills were required to conduct the experiment and analyze the obtained data within the required time frame. Analytical and problem solving skills were used to explain obtained trends. Carried out experiments using fluidized beds to determine how various parameters change the continuous discharge of solids from the bed, allowing for greater process control. Excellent time management skills were required to conduct the experiment and analyze the obtained data within the required time frame. Analytical and problem solving skills were used to explain obtained trends.

Trainee, Chemical Engineer

• Dec 2008 - Feb 2012

Updated site P&IDs, as well as general drawings for the upcoming EPA safety case. Developed commissioning procedure for new equipment, including control logic. Designed and implemented a pressure vessel and pressure safety valve (PSV) register. Designed a truck loading spool and presented to contractors for fabrication quotes. Work was both individual and in teams including management, operators, contractors and other trainee engineers. Updated site P&IDs, as well as general drawings for the upcoming EPA safety case. Developed commissioning procedure for new equipment, including control logic. Designed and implemented a pressure vessel and pressure safety valve (PSV) register. Designed a truck loading spool and presented to contractors for fabrication quotes. Work was both individual and in teams including management, operators, contractors and other trainee engineers.