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Technical Director, Global Quality Operations, Wyeth Nutritionals USA (2005), based in
Singapore. Responsible for the technology and methodology in all Wyeth Nutrition (now
Nestle) laboratories.
Technical Development Consultant (2001-2005) AgriQuality [now AsureQuality],
Auckland NZ. Advised local laboratories but mostly contracted to other international
organisations to advise their laboratory quality and technology performances.
Micronutrient Laboratory Manager, AgriQuality NZ Ltd (1998-2001). Routine
supervision of the commercial operations of this new State-Owned Enterprise.
Transitioned a government facility into a truly commercial facility.
Scientist then later Senior R&D Chemist, NZ Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries (1975
to 1998). Various locations, mostly Auckland NZ. The very first researcher and
operator of HPLC equipment in Australasia. Also helped design and install a new large
laboratory at Lynfield as replacement for aging government buildings.
Current Work Duties:
Design and develop analytical procedures for micronutrient testing, initially vitamin and
mineral testing of premixes used in the infant formula industries.
Implement vitamin A, D and C testing of fortified dairy products, followed by other
vitamins incorporated into infant formulations.
Assist with gaining a new client base in the NZ dairy industry.
Install new UPLC and LCMS equipment, and assist with laboratory modifications.
Obtain ISO17025 accreditation for all new methods.
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