Quyen Nguyen

2019- Present

· Improved product quality by developing and optimizing new food formulations.

· Enhanced shelf life stability of products through innovative ingredient solutions

· Streamlined production processes for increased efficiency and cost savings in manufacturing operations.

· Collaborated with cross-functional teams to launch successful new products in the market.

· Identified opportunities for improvement in existing products, implementing changes that resulted in higher customer satisfaction.

· Conducted rigorous sensory evaluations to ensure optimal flavor and texture profiles and consumer acceptance.

· Developed nutritional guidelines for new product development, ensuring compliance with health regulations and industry standards.

· Provided technical guidance to junior scientists, fostering a collaborative work environment that encouraged innovation and creativity.

· Managed multiple projects simultaneously, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

Sr. Chemist, 2012-2019

· Provide technical support and expertise to customers for a broad range of food & beverage applications.

· Leading prototype development and application tests for various customer and business initiatives on a pilot plant and lab bench top scale utilizing Good Manufacturing Practices, uphold all Food Safety, Food Quality

· Product Development with experience in Food and Beverage Emulsion, suspension, soft-gel type to enhance product stability and quality

· Experience with Spray Dryer, High shear/Pressure Homogenizer, Blender.

Excipient Formulation Chemist, 2007-2011

· Support new application and product development under applied research and development projects in Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Excipient segments

· Support and troubleshoot issues with existing products and manufacturing for the Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical segment.

· Work with Business, Regulatory, Marketing, Technical Service, and other cross-functional teams to drive new product development and customer application projects in these segments.