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KERRIGAN MCMANIGAL

Marietta

Summary

Experienced Analytical & Flavor Chemistry expert with a strong determination and professional approach. Over 8 years of experience in beverage manufacturing, flavor analysis, product innovation, and analytical chemistry. Skilled in effective reporting and communication, incident management, root cause analysis, business continuity and product development. Well-versed in data analysis and laboratory techniques, contributing effectively to research projects and experimental design. Strategically fostering my growing business acumen and interpersonal skills, with a genuine eagerness to continuously expand educational and career horizons.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Incident Management Crisis Resolution Scientist

The Coca-Cola Company
Atlanta, GA
08.2021 - Current
  • Ensure the safety and value of the Coca-Cola Company brand by investigating 'crisis' incidents involving core beverages (Coke, Fanta, Sprite, Etc.).
  • Respond to incidents by utilizing flavor analysis techniques to generate data that assists in root cause analysis.
  • Produce and present reports of investigative findings for relevant stakeholders and advise on corrective action when needed. (Results: $millions saved yearly in potential lost revenues, falling consumer perception or damage to the brand image).
  • Implement product development roadmaps which contribute to business continuity or the innovation of existing technologies.

Analytical Chemistry Department Lead

Doehler North America
Cartersville, GA
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Lead and coordinated the formation of an analytical chemistry department for the Cartersville location of Doehler North America.
  • Managed all lab equipment, workspaces and analytical requests.
  • Developed new methods for analyzing targeted compounds using GC/MS and HPLC.
  • Assisted in product development and flavor development with R&D and Flavor departments.
  • Coordinated all sample analysis and subsequent reporting of results.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to deadlines.

Quality Assurance Technician

Doehler North America
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Ensure the quality of beverage products manufactured at Doehler.
  • Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
  • Maintained GMP and HACCP compliance within the company.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive quality control strategies, ensuring optimal product performance.
  • Conducted root cause analyses for identified defects, implementing preventive measures to minimize recurrence rates..
  • Managed the documentation and reporting of quality checks from productions to the management leaders.
  • Create and maintain COA and SOP documents.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Oglethorpe University
Atlanta, GA
05-2017

Skills

  • Flavor Chemistry
  • Flavor Compounding
  • Product Development
  • Research and Development
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Analytical Techniques
  • GC-MS
  • HPLC
  • Project Management
  • Quality Control
  • Documentation
  • Data Collection
  • Analytical Report Creation
  • Presentation & Public Speaking
  • Leading and Directing Teammates Towards a Common Goal
  • Positive Can-Do Attitude

Certification

  • Lean 6 Sigma (Green Belt)
  • Canned Goods Processing - Ohio State University
  • Better Process Control School - University of Georgia (Department of Food Science and Technology)

Accomplishments

Advanced Flavor Training with Rachel Odolski

Citrus Trek

Firmenich NYC Trends Walk (organized by myself)

Guividaun flavor 101 and networking in Cincinnati

Supplier Engagement Team

Ensuring Core Continuity of Trademark Material

Timeline

Incident Management Crisis Resolution Scientist

The Coca-Cola Company
08.2021 - Current

Analytical Chemistry Department Lead

Doehler North America
01.2019 - 01.2021

Quality Assurance Technician

Doehler North America
01.2017 - 01.2019

MBA - Business Administration

Kennesaw State University

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Oglethorpe University

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