Yen Vo

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EDUCATION:

Chemical Engineering (CHEN-BS), Applied Mathematics (AMEN_BS) University of Colorado Boulder

Graduation: December, 2018

Management (MS) University of Colorado Denver

Graduation: May, 2022

SKILLS:

Software: MATLAB, Excel VBA, Visio Microsoft, Word, Excel, Power Point, Docusign Process modeling software: Aspen Plus, SuperPro Designer Certificate: GMP Manufacturing

ENGINEERING, RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

Academics: Cal I, II, II; Gen Chemistry I, II; Physics I, II, Organic Chemistry I-II; Physical Chemistry I- II; Fluid Mechanics; Heat Transfer; Thermodynamics; Product and Process Design Principles; Chemical Reaction Engineering; Separation Process Engineering; Instrumentation and Process Control; Matrix Method; Numerical Analysis; Fourier Series; Applied Statistic & Probability; Particle Technology; Applied Data Analysis; Electrochemical Methods.

Engineering Projects

Sound (or Light) Propagation Project (9/2017 – 12/2017)

Applied Fourier Series knowledge to find the general equation for wave function in multiple dimensions

Group of three in using Mathematica, Latex program to solve problem

Urea Recovery Process (9/2017 – 12/2017)

Used SuperPro Designer program to design recover and recover and re-use urea from a waste stream of an existing commercial process for a therapeutic monoclonal antibody

Electrical Systems Project (8/2015 – 12/2015)

University of Colorado at Boulder

Led a cross-disciplinary team of three in the development using MATLAB of a modeling simulation for resistor, capacities

Applied the formulation and methodology of linear algebra to the subject of electrodynamics

Senior Design Project (8/2017 – 12/2017)

Reformer Plant Design and Economic Analysis – ExxonMobil

Evaluate two different 99 Research Octane Number reformer technologies, Semi-Catalyst Regeneration and Continuous Catalyst Regeneration, and propose the most economical design option

Design the equipment downstream of the Reformers, which includes the feed-effluent exchanger, fin fan cooler, separator drum and the two towers (de-butaniser and de-ethaniser) Chemical Engineering Laboratory

Heat Exchanger: Determining overall heat transfer coefficient for different flow condition of the steam, hot water and cold water by using the 12-tube 2-pass heat exchanger

Reverse Osmosis (RO): Using RO membranes to desalinate ocean water down to drinking water standards. Determining the RO membrane configuration, size, number, and energy requirements.

Distillation Column (DC): Running the DC under total reflux with 10% isopropanol solution of isopropanol and n-propanol. Determining the Murphree vapor efficiency of each tray of DC and the effects of vapor flow rate and heat input. Using gas chromatograph (GC) to analysis the composition

Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor (CSTR): Determining the reaction rate, order of the reaction, Arrhenius constant and the activation energy at different temperatures in batch mode and varying flow rates and temperatures in CSTR mode. Running with both equimolar Ethyl Acetate/NaOH solutions and excess Ethyl Acetate solutions

Pressure Drop: Running water through the tubes with different diameter. Comparing experimental and theoretical friction factors, taking into consideration entry lengths. Discussing equivalent lengths of an elbow, a swing ball valve and a Bonnet needle valve. Comparing discharge coefficients for an orifice and an venturi meter

WORK EXPERIENCE

Senior Cannabis/Hemp Manufacturing Extraction Specialist (01/2019 - 3/2024) Charlotte’s Web, Louisville, CO 80020

Responsible for operation and maintenance of closed loop Isopropyl Alcohol Extraction Equipment, with the front-end processing of raw materials

Performed all duties under compliance of current Good Manufacturing Practices

Developed and optimized distillation, crystallization and chromatographic purification of cannabinoids.

Planned and performed development project for materials, laboratory equipment, and machine system improvement.

Developed and managed Instrument Qualification, Design Qualification, Operational Qualification, Performance Qualification Protocols and Summary Reports.

Prepared IQ/OQ/PQ and SOP for all equipment on CO2 Extraction and on IPA Extraction.

Responsible for maintaining high tech lab process equipment and ensured machinery operates in a clean organized environment including safe sanitation and chemical handling.

Performed administrative tasks such as documenting machine maintenance, preparing equipment orders, and improving/developing safety guidelines for equipment use.

Trained new employees to achieve maximum production output with minimum labor.

Apply Six Sigma to improve the quality and quantity of the production output and minimize the cost.

Evaluated techniques, skills, and experiences to identify issues and dangers. Developed time saving processes with emphasis on reducing costs and maintaining production targets.

Calculate the formulation of the extraction base on the potency of CBD and CBDA to make 60mg, 50mg, 17mg CBD oil or THC free oil.

Documented all activities accurately and thoroughly according to Good Documentation Practices. Performed 6S method in workplace.

Maintained records for production and test data for each product batch, Standard Operating Procedures

(SOPs) such as the ingredients used, temperature, test results, time cycle, and pressures during the extraction process.

Examined product samples during production to evaluate quality, color, and texture and document the results.

Ensure lab rules and regulations are followed by all personnel entering or using the facility.

CIP product area, sprayvap system and all equipment.

Follow OSHA Employee safety standards.

Management Assistant (2015-present)

Saigon Basil Vietnamese Restaurant, Northglenn, CO 80234

Interviewed and trained new employees.

Responsible for staff conduct and adherence to restaurant’s professional standards. Mobilized and coordinated team to complete tasks.

Conducted regular employee evaluations with emphasis on probation and proper training.

Prepared daily and weekly work schedules for all employees. Managed last minute call outs and ensured adequate resources for daily operations.

Prepared raw material cost reports, daily profit reports, and developed plans to achieve sales targets.

Responsible for developing cost saving strategies and revenue growth.

Managed inventory and responsible for adequate stock levels to ensure employees are set up for success.

Responsible for scheduled maintenance and repair of machinery and facilities.

Determined employee performance levels for contract renewal or cancellation. Experienced with assessing employee competence and proposing solutions to improve service quality.

Monitored customer satisfaction levels through direct feedback. Resolved food-related complaints, maintained relationships with regular customers, and ensured customers receive an excellent dining experience.

Ensured operations met hygiene and food safety standards. Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Process Engineer (8/2012 – 7/2015) Aspen Electronics Manufacturing Inc., Westminster, CO

Developed and maintained automation programming and control systems to ensure product quality

Applied knowledge of electronics assembly software and manufacturing equipment to perform quality control (QC)

Developed and supported new manufacturing processes

Evaluated results and drive solution to improve the processes

Managed inventory and ensured accuracy as measured by cycle count ad updated system to automatically bulk-issue material by using spreadsheets

Met all requirements for stocking/assembly and organizing ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Tutor (9/2014 - 8/2015)

Math Lab, FRCC Westminster Campus, Westminster, CO 80031

Tutored/Taught Calculus I-III, Differential Equation, Linear Algebra, General Chemistry I-II and Organic Chemistry I-II support to hundreds of students

Helped students gain confidence and developed their ability to succeed in math

Facilitated students working together on their math work Learning Assistant

Numerical Analysis (9/2017 – 12/2018)

Probability (1/2018 – 12/2018)

Engineering Center, CU Boulder, CO 80309

Hold office hours to help students with their homework and exam

Grade students’ homework and exams; write and discuss the solution of homework and exam with LAs and Professor

Student Assistant (5/2017 – 12/2018)

Physics Department, CU Boulder, CO 80309

Create and maintain budget tracking spreadsheets and expense reports. Print and organize documents

Process travel reimbursement, procurement card transaction, Docusign.

Perform monthly account reconciliation and coordinating department seminars and colloquia

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