Stephen C. Menches

Professional Experience

AFA Foods - Ashville NY

Assistant Director of Quality Assurance (2010- Present)

Oversee QA department in proper implementation and practice of policy and procedure

Direct production supervisors and staff in the correct practice of USDA guidelines

Research and develop cost saving manufacturing practices for products and packaging

Saved 0.10 dollars per package researching the necessity of packaging paper

Improved conversion cost and lowered waste percentages

Developed several excel programs for tracking fat percentages shelf life data and waste poundage

Nestle - Dublin OH (BSL - 2)

Microbiologist Pathogens Lab (2008-2010)

Prepare samples for testing quickly and efficiently to minimize the time to report results

Screen for pathogens in products aseptically in a positive pressure sterile environment

Conduct In-House environmental testing to reduce risk of cross-contamination

Successfully helped implement a new system for removing particulate contaminates from positive pressure testing area

Developed excel programs for the tracking of lost labor hours to mechanical failures and preventative maintenance

SGR Restaurants LLC dba Wendy s - Columbus OH

Land Maintenance Supervisor (2006-2009)

Maintained multiple grounds in a timely manner to allow for normal business flow

Improved the aesthetics of all properties by implementing new techniques of care

Raised the standard for acceptable land maintenance for the entire company

Saved the company 5000 a month by completing the work with a smaller more efficient workforce

Education

Bachelor of Science in Microbiology - The Ohio State University Columbus OH

Laboratory Experience

Gram Stain Procedure

Culture Bacterial Colonies

Media Preparation

Microscopy

Plasmid Preparation

PCR (BAX & GDS)

Infrared Spectroscopy

Enzyme linked Immunoassay (ELFA)

Test for Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria

Aseptic Technique

Gel Electrophoresis

Titration

Gas Chromatography

Genetic Engineering

Biosafety Level 2 lab work (BSL 2)

Professional Organizations

Microbiology Club (2005-2008)

Civil Air Patrol (1999-2000)

Boy Scouts of America (1997-2000)

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