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SUMMARY

Formulating Chemist, with extensive experience in Research and Development and Production with global leaders in the skin care and petroleum industries. Broad background in the development of new, cutting edge products forever-changing global markets. Thorough knowledge of formulation technology, stability testing, analytical testing, microbiological testing, and process development. Collaborates closely with formulating scientists leading to the creation of laboratory prototypes with exceptional standards of quality and aesthetics. “Hands-on,” “get it done,” work ethic. Knowledgeable in regulatory compliance as well as standardization and safety compliance: NPA, NSF, Whole Food Premium, EU

(REACH), AP, US(FDA/USP), ISO, GMP, ASTM, MIL-SPEC, OSHA, and NIOSH. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Colorful Products/ Cosmetics Development Systems-January 2020

• Responsible for formulation and formulation management for busy contract manufacturer

• Responsible for production batch initiation and approval

• Responsible for approval and acquisition of new raw materials

• Formulated several new products- all products have been customer approved

• Acquired high level of proficiency with new LIMS/production management system (MAR-KOV) Jafra Cosmetics-September 2019-January 2020-Westlake Village, CA

• Formulated SPF products

• Formulated hair care

• Formulated Men’s grooming products

• Assisted in redefining process development functions

• Assisted in revamping stability testing protocols Seed Beauty-March 2019-September 2019-Oxnard, CA

• Brought various emulsion technologies to the team

• Gained valuable experience in color cosmetics formulation and production

• Became proficient with in house LIMS systems

• Formulated sunless tanning products

• Formulated SPF products

• Participated in design group for facility expansion I-Shay Cosmetics-February 2018-February 2019-Carson, CA

• Responsible for formulation of prototypes from customers (over 60 products formulated)

• Responsible for management and workflow of R&D Lab

• Responsible for meeting with both customers and vendors Page 2

• Responsible for revamping stability program SOP

• Daily assistance to production

• Daily assistance to QC

• Revamping and standardization of GMP and ISO protocols

• Deionized water system validation

• Raw material vendor approval

Aware Products November 2016-October 2017

• Responsible for formulation and prototype submissions for numerous contract customers

• Responsible for overseeing initial production batches

• Responsible for procurement of new raw materials for newly formulated products

• Formulations primarily hair care

Colorful Products/ Cosmetics Development Systems-September 2015 to October 2016

• Responsible for formulation and formulation management for busy contract manufacturer

• Responsible for production batch initiation, approval, and quality control

• Responsible for approval and acquisition of new raw materials

• Formulated 20 new products-@ 15 accepted by customers

• Acquired moderate proficiency with LIMS/Production Management system known as AMICS Edge Systems-October 2014-September 2015-Signal Hill, CA

• Responsible for development of protocol for cosmetic/medical device interface, including human stem cell project

• Responsible for constructing, equipping, and maintaining state of the art cosmetics formulation and stability laboratories

• Responsible for formulation and formulation management

• Responsible for weekly/daily (as needed) assignment and supervision of production batches

• Products from cosmetic to functional to OTC

• Responsible for technology transfer

• Gained Moderate proficiency in LIMS/Production/Inventory program known as PIC Calwax (Remet Corp.) –Irwindale, Ca-September2013-October 2014

• Formulator and Laboratory Manager

• Managed laboratory-All everyday workings of the lab

• Formulated products involving waxes and plastics- personal care/candles/medical devices/aerospace

• Prioritized and confirmed all lab work for 2 techs

• Authored official documents-Formulations, C of A’s, MSDS, Product Data Sheets, SOP's

• Developed specifications and managed new raw materials acquisitions

• Met with new and existing customers and vendors on a regular basis

• Gained proficiency in LIMS/Production system known as Chempax Page 3

Autumn Harp-Essex Junction, Vermont-A producer of nature based personal care/cosmetics and home care products-R&D Chemist September2012-September2013

• Extremely valuable experience with natural protocols

• Extensive formulations of truly natural products

• Areas of experience include natural baby products, sun care, and color

• Development of stability protocols for natural personal care and OTC

• Over 200 formulations-approximately 10 products to market

• Gained knowledge of suppliers of natural materials

• Became proficient in LIMS/Production System known as Product Vision Blaine Labs-September2010-September2012-A producer of topical anti-fungal products, beauty products, and medical devices in Santa Fe Springs, CA - Chemist

• Designed and managed construction of state of the art R&D laboratory

• Assisted with design and building of new production and fill line area

• Reverse engineered and reformulated legacy products

• Formulated approximately 30 new products

• Set up QC area and outlined QC responsibilities

• Directly supervised 4 employees

• Worked closely with FDA and consultants in developing SOP’s

• Worked closely with FDA and consultants in acquiring appropriate manufacturing licenses

• Developed work flow process and batch record system with cross-departmental applications

• Conducted meetings and training associated with bringing manufacturing process in house

• Coordinated materials acquisition and deliveries with external suppliers and internal accounting

• department

The Hain Celestial Group-June2009- July2010-Jason Natural Products Labs, Culver City, CA through contract with LG Professionals

• . Worked on a consulting basis, in the prototype development of more nature based personal

• care products, with an emphasis on OTC chemical and mineral sunscreens and sun blocks.

• . Other prototypes developed were in the categories of OTC acne treatments, hand and

• body lotions, and moisturizers

• . Have gained significant experience in natural formulation protocols: FDA and FDA Organic,

• WFP (Whole Food Premium), NSF (National Sanitation Foundation), and NPA(Natural Products

• Association)

• . Worked extensively with compounding and production departments in the process development

• of new and existing products, developing procedures that were cost effective, while considerate

• of specifications and protocols

• . Worked extensively with QA in the development of specifications for the products in my areas

• of responsibility and expertise

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JOHNSON & JOHNSON- Neutrogena’s Research and Development Labs, Los Angeles, CA September2000 - February2009-Senior Formulating Technician

• Worked within Neutrogena’s R&D organization, performing functions in the following labs:

• Process Development Laboratory

• Over a 1month period, developed and implemented new procedures that immediately reduced microbiological contamination of pilot study products by 80 %

• Engineered changes to equipment that instantly reduced water loss of pilot study products by 20%.

Stability Laboratory

• Monitored all pilot study products destined for market, to determine shelf life.

• Evaluated and compiled information into reports, based upon designated observable parameters.

Analytical Laboratory

• Analyzed active ingredient and preservative content on laboratory prototypes and pilot study products that were assessed as being potentially marketable. Microbiological Laboratory

• Through the use of Cytoflouresence and Aerobic Plate Count Testing, determined the potential and actual microbiological contamination of products being tested for market potential, while virtually eliminating a three-month sample backlog. Skin Care Formulation Laboratory

DEVELOPMENT OF LABORATORY PROTOTYPES

• Performed all support functions that facilitated bringing all projects/products from concept to market readiness and product launch, including close and careful collaboration with internal partners such as QA, marketing, packaging, and external partners including contract production facilities, such as KIK.

Responsible for the formulation, development, and redevelopment of the products below- from inception through hands on, lab bench formulation to process development and production scale-up. This represents almost 85 marketed products

• Entire Visibly Firm line targeting women 25yrs+

• Men’s line targeting men of all ages.

• Ultra Sheer SPF 30 & 45, Ultra Sheer SPF 55 with Helioplex sun protection technology, all currently leveraged for J&J brands Neutrogena, Sundown, and Aveeno

• Aerosol sun protection technology for Neutrogena Fresh Cooling Sunblock Spray SPF30/45 and Ultra-Sheer Spray SPF30/45/70 with technology leveraged to J&J EU (Piz Buin and Roc)

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• Sunless tanning aerosol sprays, targeting an ever growing market of those who wish to avoid sun exposure

• Aerosol spray emulsions that are designed to provide extremely water resistant sun protection for babies and younger children also leveraged to J&J EU (Piz Buin and Roc)

• Developed products in Neutrogena's Acne line.

• Reformulated and developed prototypes of Neutrogena liquid soaps and shampoos EQUILON - Shell/Texaco Lubricant Division joint venture, Wilmington, CA 1998-1999 A lubricant blending and bulk marine fuel facility serving the US West Coast &Asia/Pacific Quality Control Laboratory Supervisor through Kelly Scientific

• Personally supervised a staff of 3 quality control technicians.

• Analyzed and approved/disapproved routine and special product shipments.

• Resolved bulk transport shipping issues.

• Performed high priority research and development functions in addition to quality control duties.

• Reformulated and developed new specifications for products slated for Shell/Texaco rebranding.

• Reformulated marine (nuclear powered submarines and surface vessels) engine lubricants for Defense Logistics Agency, salvaging Shell Oil’s lucrative military marine contract, while gaining knowledge of military specification systems.

• Systematized laboratory procedures in successful effort to secure ISO 9000 Certification for Wilmington, CA facility.

• Calibrated and maintained complex laboratory equipment, including the Phillips Atomic Spectrometer.

• Collaborated closely and frequently with Shell Oil’s International Research & Development Laboratories at Westhollow, Houston, TX.

CITGO Petroleum Corporation, Cit-Con Lubricant Division, Lake Charles, Louisiana 1978-1997 A one million barrel /day refinery/Quality Control Analyst

• Performed routine analysis of process control samples and finished product samples.

• Submitted reports to supervision recommending testing procedures.

• Assisted in implementation of laboratory information management systems (LIMS).

• Aided in ISO 9000 Standardization.

• Calibrated and maintained HP Gas Chromatograph (ten years experience).

• Attained First Responder Certification.

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EDUCATION

B.S., McNeese State University, Lake Charles, Louisiana PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Southern California MAJOR AWARD

2006-Neutrogena Research & Development Employee Excellence Award

(Exclusive companywide winner of this award in 2006)

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