Results-driven Food Scientist with over 8 years in food safety and quality control. Led teams in implementing HACCP/SQF programs and ensured compliance with FSMA, FDA, and OSHA standards. Specializes in root cause analysis, corrective actions, and process improvement to enhance product safety and quality in manufacturing settings.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contractor
Suppport Solutions Group LLC
Memphis/Chicago
08.2025 - Current
Managed project timelines and coordinated resources to ensure timely client deliverables.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance communication and provide consistent project updates.
Conducted regular quality checks to ensure compliance with company standards.
Analyzed project performance data to pinpoint process improvement opportunities.
Shelby County Extension Agent
UT–TSU Extension / Agricenter
Memphis
08.2025 - 01.2026
Conducted on-site food safety and quality assessments, implementing corrective actions to ensure compliance and improve program integrity.
Supported HACCP and food safety programs, ensuring adherence to standards.
Prepared reports and maintained documentation to support compliance and operational improvements.
Collaborated with community partners to enhance program initiatives, resulting in improved community engagement and program effectiveness.
Supervised staff, volunteers, and youth, coordinating schedules and performance evaluations to foster team development and enhance operational efficiency.
Food Science / Agri-STEM Coordinator
Memphis Shelby County Schools
09.2022 - 07.2025
Coordinated field trips and STEM events, facilitating hands-on activities to increase student engagement and learning opportunities.
Supervised student and staff activities, delivering training and performance feedback to enhance team capability.
Participated in problem-solving teams, applying root cause analysis to identify issues and implementing process improvements for operational efficiency.
Managed labs, greenhouses, and feed centers with full safety and sanitation compliance.
Conducted equipment calibration and verification to support operational accuracy.
Food Science R&D Extern
Riviana Foods
Conducted quality control testing and reviewed ingredient COAs to ensure compliance with product specifications.
Supported sensory evaluations to evaluate product quality and gather consumer preference insights.
Contributed to process improvement initiatives and compliance with food safety programs.
Assisted in lab operations by calibrating and maintaining equipment and documenting procedures to uphold operational standards.
Graduate Research & Teaching Assistant
Tennessee State University
Assisted faculty in developing curriculum and providing instructional support for undergraduate students.
Conducted lab work and data collection, supervising students to ensure adherence to safe lab practices.
Analyzed trends and summarized findings to improve experimental processes and outcomes.
Developed procedures, work instructions, and documentation to maintain compliance standards.
FSQMS Improvement and Certification Consultant at PT. Pacific Harvest CanneryFSQMS Improvement and Certification Consultant at PT. Pacific Harvest Cannery