Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Recommendation
Trainingsandseminars
Personal Information
Affiliations
Cooking, Foodie (likes to explore foods)
Timeline
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Jennifer Correa

Jennifer Correa

Caloocan City, Metro Manila,00

Summary

Accomplished technical expertise with over 18 years of working experience in product development and extensive formulations of innovative products. Aims to leverage my services of consumer-facing experience and proficiency in the research and development of various products. I am a double licensed holder; licensed Chemical Technician and Professional Food Technologist.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

R&D Manager

NutriAsia Inc.
11.2018 - Current
  • Handled one of the core products of NutriAsia, Mang Tomas
  • Developed and launched high rated UFC Rice Flavouring Mix (Meaty and Seafood Fun Chow) and UFC Instant Soup Mixes (Crab & Corn, Cream of Mushroom and Chicken & Corn)
  • Manages product development processes, from small scale laboratory, BTR, MBTR and commercial scale
  • Develops long-term plans/roadmaps and technical strategies, and provides input to the business strategy of the categories being managed
  • Applies the basic and specialized tests required in the conduct of product, package and/or process development and gathers all pertinent information, analyzes and interprets data required in setting-up product specifications and as basis for continuous improvement of my own projects/category handled.
  • Leads product assessment/reviews as against government regulations and corporate standards for product, package, process, product safety and quality.
  • Evaluates emerging technologies and market-based trends in my category and assesses implications and applies to current portfolio in the area of new product and brand value optimization.
  • Creates innovation plans and technical strategies by recommending and creating policies/procedures, programs and resource requirements.

R&D Supervisor

Splash Corporation
10.2011 - 10.2018
  • Conducted reformulation of existing products to update ingredients, enhance productivity, or lower costs
  • Maintained current knowledge of relevant industry standards, and ensure compliance with their requirements
  • Responsible for the formulation of all rinse-off format from bar soap to emulsion

Chemist- Research and Development Analytical Section

United Laboratories Pharmaceuticals (Unilab)
08.2011 - 09.2011
  • Developed and applied stringent methods of chemical analysis to the product before it goes on the market, ensuring that the drug is pure and that the molecular elements of its structure are easy to determine for toxicological and pharmacological purposes

Product Innovation Supervisor

Quench Plus Corporation
10.2009 - 08.2011
  • Responsible for the development / revision of quality systems related SOPs
  • Responsible in the development of beverage products such as RTD Tea Juices, (Black Tea, Red Tea, Purple Tea) Coffee, Creamer, Powdered Juices, CSD Products and Malunggay or Moringa Products such as RTD Juice and 3-in-1 Malunggay Powdered Drink

Research and Development Specialist

Universal Robina Corporation
08.2006 - 09.2009
  • Responsible in doing innovative projects (New Product) in Food Service Business
  • Performed product development of all sauces, marination, dipping and other mixes
  • Responsible in the formulation and launching of different sauces, cookies, beverages, coating and fillings for ice cream and donut application and soft serve mixes

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila
01.2005

Skills

  • Product Management
  • Prototyping
  • Organizational Standards Development
  • Process Improvement
  • Problem Solving
  • Technical Advising
  • Innovation
  • Computer Literacy

Accomplishments

  • Licensed Chemical Technician and an ICP Member, 11/11/17, Manila Peninsula Hotel
  • Awarded as '2014 New Product Introduction (NPI) of the Year for Project Canada Development', 05/25/15, SMX Convention Center, SM Aura, Taguig City
  • Awarded as '2013 SPLASH Roster of Top Achievers', 07/18/14, Celebrity Club Grand Ballroom, Q.C.
  • Passed the 'US National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) Serv Safe Manager Certification Examination', 11/22/06 - 11/23/06, University of Asia and the Pacific

Recommendation

Available upon request.

Trainingsandseminars

  • Attended Business Summit at Singapore for the Automated Laboratory and Innovation Initiatives, 10/23-25/2024
  • CTP 25: Active Delivery System for Personal Care Products, TARC Auditorium, UST, 05/25/16
  • 'Beauty and Nature at Work' Technical Seminar, EDSA Shangri-la Hotel, Boracay Function Room, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City, 02/15/17
  • Formulating Green & Mild Rinse-off Products, EDSA Shangri-la Hotel, Boracay Function Room, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City, 04/26/17
  • SKIN SUPERHEROES: Detoxify, Restore, Protect, Marco Polo Hotel in Ortigas, 05/18/17
  • Technical Seminar and Hands-on Laboratory Training for Skin Care, 2/F ARB House, #11 Don Jose Ext. cor. Samonte Road, Brgy. Holy Spirit, Diliman, Q.C., 11/28/17

Personal Information

  • Age: 40
  • Date of Birth: 06/01/84
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Religion: Catholic

Affiliations

  • Integrated Chemists of the Philippines
  • Philippines Association of Food Technologists

Cooking, Foodie (likes to explore foods)

I'm a passionate home cook and food lover who enjoys experimenting with different flavors and cuisines. I find joy in the process of creating delicious meals, from selecting fresh ingredients to plating the final dish. Whether it's a simple weeknight dinner or a gourmet feast, I love the satisfaction of cooking something from scratch. I'm always eager to try new recipes and techniques, and I believe that food is a powerful way to bring people together.

Timeline

R&D Manager

NutriAsia Inc.
11.2018 - Current

R&D Supervisor

Splash Corporation
10.2011 - 10.2018

Chemist- Research and Development Analytical Section

United Laboratories Pharmaceuticals (Unilab)
08.2011 - 09.2011

Product Innovation Supervisor

Quench Plus Corporation
10.2009 - 08.2011

Research and Development Specialist

Universal Robina Corporation
08.2006 - 09.2009

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila

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