Marnely Rodriguez
Middletown,DE
Summary
Determined and well-rounded individual with more than 10 years working as Scientist within Food and Chemical industries. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Ready to join a new organization collaborating with other professionals in a laboratory environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Analytical Chemist
FMC Corporation
08.2022 - Current
- Performing qualitative and quantitative analysis of technical, formulated product, stability and process validation using analytical instrumentation such as GC,UPLC, HPLC, LCMS, IC, Karl Fischer, etc
- Performing analytical method evaluation, method development, method validation (Linearity,Accuracy, Specificity, Precision, etc.)
- Maintaining and troubleshooting analytical instrumentation to meet safety and quality exceptions
- Creating spreadsheets and other forms of documentation to accurately record and calculate analytical results
- Documenting test results in ELN in strict compliance with FDA, EPA and GLP standards
- Collaborated with cross-site and cross-functional teams in research and development, product marketing and manufacturing engineering to establish framework for successful development programs and align objectives across teams.
Senior Food Technologist
United Cocoa Processors
Newark, DE
07.2017 - 12.2020
- Performed batching and sample compounding from laboratory benchtop, prototyping food products and evaluating raw materials
- Formulated cocoa butter and liquor recipes to deliver optimal flavor systems, complying with cost, product design and sensory and regulatory requirements
- Packaged and sent cocoa product samples to clients and outside laboratories for testing and evaluation
- Performed laboratory analyses or physical inspections of samples to detect disease and assess purity or cleanliness
- Performed regular inspections of production lines to guarantee sanitary environment
- Tracked quality issues with external customers, suppliers and internal plant operations
- Recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with team to implement corrective actions
- Assisted in determining root cause of deviations and non-conforming results and implemented appropriate corrective and preventive actions throughout product development process
- Trained lab personnel to improve performance and attain mission-ready status
Senior QC Analyst
Blue Beverage Group
02.2014 - 08.2015
- Performed bench work analysis of caffeinated finished beverage products using various methods to test potency
- Calibrated and maintained laboratory spectrometer and chromatographs
- Coordinate shelf life studies and report to QA/QC supervisor and director
- Performed process inspections during all stages of operations and in charge of performing all internal building inspections
- Provided practical input into review, change and update of laboratory documents such as SOPs, test methods and test records
- Performed standard first article inspections and random sampling inspections to verify adherence to customer standards
- Assist management with approval or rejection of in-process and finished products
- Compiled and distributed weekly feedback to team leaders and managers to improve service time and quality while increasing productivity
- Administered daily/weekly/monthly internal quality audits and assessed results to inform corrective action measures
- Monitored testing procedures and verified performance of tests according to established item specifications and protocol
- Managed team of lab personnel, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees.
Food Technologist
Ungerer & Company
10.2012 - 02.2014
- Performed and direct technical aspects of flavor applications into finished product, creating prototype formulations
- Performed batching and sample compounding from laboratory benchtop, prototyping food products and evaluating raw materials
- Formulated beverage, bakery and cosmetic recipes to deliver optimal flavor systems, complying with cost, product design and sensory and regulatory requirements
- Diagnosed and solved customer issues via hands-on lab work and developed flavor applications that highlighted ingredient performance
- Improved product quality, nutritional value, color and texture
- Researching current consumer markets and latest technologies to develop new product concepts
- Facilitated cost reduction through product improvements
- Perform all activities in a safe manner within context of all R&D safety protocols
- Maintained laboratory conditions by managing and transferring raw materials and flavor stocks.
Lab Technician
PepsiCo
08.2010 - 10.2012
- Batch syrup base in accordance with procedures and within specification
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation
- Performed shelf life and thermal kinetics studies with artificial sweeteners
- Conducts test batches and lead commercialization efforts in scale-up process
- Interpreted and documented results of tests into active databases and communicated results to internal customers
- Performed laboratory bench work and pilot plant work related to product development
- Created spreadsheets and other forms of documentation to accurately record and calculate analytical results
- Maintained consumables and glassware inventory by receiving and inventorying incoming shipments
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
Analytical Lab Technician
Intercos America
02.2009 - 08.2010
- Set up and maintained laboratory equipment and apparatus, tests and analyses such as testing bulk products in density, viscosity, volatiles, pH, break point, drop point, and wet chemistry
- Performed analysis of pharmaceutical finished products using various methods to test for heavy metals and physical properties
- Utilize HPLC, wet chemistry, and dissolution for testing and analyzing raw material
- Sustained lab cleanliness, kept inventory of all chemicals, and stocked lab with all necessary supplies
- Maintained certification and updated certificates as needed
- Worked closely with the production and shipping departments
- Restocked laboratory work stations and sterilized surfaces to maintain readiness for any project requirement
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Delaware
Newark, DE05.2019
Skills
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Standard Methods
- Analytical Assays
- Chemical Interactions
- Food Processing Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Document Organization
- Flavor Development
- Sensory Analysis
Certification
HACCP Certification
May 2020 to May 2024
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Analytical Chemist
FMC Corporation
08.2022 - Current
Senior Food Technologist
United Cocoa Processors
07.2017 - 12.2020
Senior QC Analyst
Blue Beverage Group
02.2014 - 08.2015
Food Technologist
Ungerer & Company
10.2012 - 02.2014
Lab Technician
PepsiCo
08.2010 - 10.2012
Analytical Lab Technician
Intercos America
02.2009 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Delaware
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