Mark McPherson
Burnsville,MN
Summary
Highly-motivated quality lead eager to take on new challenges. Pursuing a role in data analytics. Good recordkeeping, data entry and process management skills. Pursuing a new role in data analysis.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Safety Quality and Regulatory Lead
Cargill
Owatonna, MN
05.2023 - Current
- Conducted detailed analysis of business requirements and developed test plans to ensure quality assurance.
- Analyzed samples from production batches and conducted microorganism testing when needed.
- Analyzed incoming raw ingredient samples and conducted proper testing.
Research Technician
Cargill
Plymouth, MN
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Assisted in the product and process development of alternative proteins.
- Responsible for the data analysis and development of nutritional information.
- Collaborated with scientists other departments, and partner company.
- Product and process development experience from benchtop to pilot plant and sensory studies.
Analytical Chemist Intern
City Of Mankato WRRF
Mankato, MN
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Performed sample preparation for analysis for environmental testing.
- Trained future Chemist Interns.
- Maintained laboratory equipment.
- Worked on development of new analytical methods to improve accuracy/ lower cost.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Mankato, MN05-2022
Skills
- Data Analytics
- Food Safety/ Quality Control
- Laboratory Analysis
- Problem-Solving Abilities
Certification
- HACCP
- PCQI
Timeline
Food Safety Quality and Regulatory Lead
Cargill
05.2023 - Current
Research Technician
Cargill
09.2022 - 04.2023
Analytical Chemist Intern
City Of Mankato WRRF
05.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Minnesota State University - Mankato