Ryan L.

Research Manager Iii @H-E-B

San Antonio, TX, US

o Led new product development for 5 manufacturing plants to support 340 retail stores Developed products and packaging for hundreds of new products Specialized knowledge and experience in salty snacks, dairy, bakery, culinary Responsible for implementing and maintaining bills of materials for manufacturing facilities Experienced in Microsoft DAX, ESHA Genesis RD produced labeling software, business intelligence software. Managed all stages of multiple multi-million-dollar project launches from concept to on shelf. Conducted categories analysis and post-mortem research. Maintain and operate specialized development labs and RD/QA equipment in managed categories. Collaborates with non-exempt partners, corporate buyers, and outside vendors. Advanced working knowledge of HACCP, FDA and state weight and measure requirements Intermediate working knowledge of USDA and OSHA requirements. Manage documentation related to research and development in SharePoint and QMS system. Lead Design of Experiments across multiple categories Produced controlled test batches for product cuttings and consumer panels Scaled up developed concepts to consumer ready products in manufacturing plants. Conducted patent reviews and maintain awareness of patentable items. Developed the 2018 Product of the Year for the grocery company Formulated to meet clean label initiatives Developed and launched value, core, up, and premium products Reported detailed cost analysis Led and followed stage gate process for all new products. Led discussions on conflict resolution and enhanced performance in laboratories and production lines Delivered briefings to top officials and Senior leadership. Set up QA/QC standards with quality department for launched products.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Minor, Chemistry

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Bachelor's degree, Biochemistry

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Food Science and Technology/Microbiology