Confectionery Manufacturing Consultant

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Summary

This Confectionery Manufacturing Consultant has over 33 years of confectionery experience and has “hands-on experience” in all aspects of candy operations from concept to manufacturing to troubleshooting.  This includes knowledge of the Pan Coating process and equipment selection and set-up.   This Confectionery Manufacturing Consultant has extensive experience in developing and enhancing SOPs and documentation practices to elevate product safety and quality.  He has a deep understanding of manufacturing processes in confectionery and throughout his career has led successful introduction of contemporary manufacturing techniques that maintain flavor profiles without sacrificing quality. 

Highlights

• Confectionery Expert 

• Soft and Hard Sugar Panning Techniques and Optimization 

• Polishing, Cooking Syrups & Solutions 

• Ran Nut Roaster and Toffee Making Kettle / Table 

• Sprayed Chocolate and Pastel Coatings 

• Training Production Employees in all aspects of candy making 

• GMP Compliance 

• Packaging & Shipping 

• New Product Launches 

Relevant Accomplishments

• Sprayed chocolate and pastel coatings, soft and hard sugar panning, polishing, cooking syrups and solutions, ran nut roaster and toffee making kettle/table 

• Trained new production employees in all aspects of candy making and earned respect of management and subordinates by maintaining high degree of integrity and honing interpersonal skills; Responsible for training employees in sanitation practices and allergen clean up. 

• Launched a dedicated R&D program to foster partnerships with prospective clients as a contract manufacturing provider, expanding market reach and enhancing product offerings.  Led introduction of a broad number of confectionery products 

• Achieved substantial cost savings by optimizing operational efficiencies and skillfully negotiating favorable material procurement contracts. 

• Established a robust Food Safety Program aligned with stringent standards from industry giants such as Costco, Sam’s Club, and Walmart, ensuring compliance and safeguarding product integrity. 

• Collaborated closely with plant Foremen and managers to mentor and guide teams, promoting a unified approach to achieving production objectives and enhancing overall operational efficiency. 

• Directed all facets of manufacturing, maintenance, procurement, and quality assurance, ensuring optimal functionality and productivity across operations as plant manager for Annabelle Candy Company 

• Successfully introduced contemporary manufacturing techniques to a traditional operational facility, maintaining brand integrity and flavor profiles without sacrificing quality. 

• Conceptualized and implemented a co-manufacturing program that expanded production capacity and enhanced operational flexibility. 
• Played fundamental role in new product launch with several major brand name companies for Marich Confectionery. 
  Roles

• Independent Confectionery Consultant 

• President, Annabelle Candy Company 

• VP of Operations, Annabelle Candy Company 

• Plant Manager, Marich Confectionery 

• Production Supervisor, Marich Confectionery 

• Candy Maker, Marich Confectionery 

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