Assists the Cheese R&D team in the execution of projects. Performs duties that include sample preparation for evaluation and/or shipping to a customer. they may assist in many functions associated with projects including but not limited to sourcing and preparation of ingredients for trials in our lab and pilot plant, bench-top level experiments, receiving and organizing samples from the factories or vendors, and cleaning of work areas. Communicates effectively in relaying information to team members and internal customers.

Developed products for clients from initial ideation to final formulas to send to a manufacturer.Contacted and conducted prototype meetings one on one with clients in order to better understand the direction of their product.Upkeep of various samples in a fermentation lab including: sourdough, kombucha, milk & water kefir, and jun.Managed sensory panel testing on various products via supplying samples to panelists, outreach, and preparation of samples.Worked alongside other food scientists to provide input and research on various product development products.Performed quality testing on products in order to confirm food safety.

Prepared and assisted with R&D trials, including: preparation of raw material for transport, organizing supplies, weighing up ingredients, preparing equipment, sample processing.Management of lab cleanliness, lab equipment, supplies inventory. Performed tasks under fume hood including plating, inoculations, among other tasks.Conducted sensory sessions on test product or production runs. Prepared and helped conduct sensory training for the facility. Conducted quality checks and troubleshot potential quality concerns on the production floor.

Conducted production support including mix making, equipment cleaning, product quality testing/sampling, and the completion of the master sanitation schedule tasks by using the HMI to complete all CIPs in the facility.Managed internal lab functions including microbial samples, document completion & control, and comparing internal laboratory results with outside laboratory results.Performed, recorded, and organized microbiological and chemistry testing to ensure product safety.

Conducted research in food safety and labeling regulations, as well as functionality and nutritional information of ingredients to aid the development of several products.Worked alongside food scientists to make improvements of formulas based on the sensory analysis of products during development.Completed an internship project where I independently developed a product from ideation to mass production and presented my development to the CEO of ND.Worked on projects for multinational corporations to develop products such as dry baking mixes, beverages, and protein bars.