Taylor Saylor

Experience

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  University of Missouri-Columbia

  Aug 2013 - Mar 2014

  • Assisted with Alzheimer’s research regarding cell signaling pathways and oxidative stress, and specifically conducted clinical research regarding the analysis of monocytes in patient’s blood• Performed western blot analysis and quantitative immunofluorescence microscopy experiments • Researched different rotator cuff bone-tendon allograft shapes that could be used to repair massive rotator cuff tears • Led the Testing and verification portion by using mechanical testing, biocompatibility testing, and computer modeling to assist the team in choosing the best solution

  • Undergraduate Research Assistant

    May 2013 - Mar 2014

  • Senior Engineering Design Capstone

    Aug 2013 - Dec 2013
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  MilliporeSigma

  Aug 2014 - now

  • Support the design and start up of cell culture media manufacturing lines locally and abroad. • Led and implemented complex engineering projects concurrently in addition to providing engineering support for most site projects. • Assisted operations with troubleshooting issues during weekends and off hours. • Developed and implemented engineering solutions for manufacturing and facility opportunities. • Provided project management and engineering expertise on small to large capital expense projects.• Implemented a million dollar (USD) project to install and integrate a clean in place skid. • Documented best practices across the dry powder cell culture media media sites and assisted in manufacturing process harmonization as part of the merger.• Provided technical expertise regarding raw material order of loading during manufacturing to prevent chemical reactions.• Member of a multi-departmental material review board where I assisted with root cause analysis for manufacturing and facility deviations. SAFC (formerly part of Sigma-Aldrich) was acquired by MilliporeSigma (the Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany) in November of 2016• Evaluated the physical properties of finished products and raw materials to maximize the manufacturing process.

  • Sr. Process Engineer - Global Design & Technology

    Oct 2021 - now

  • Sr. Project Engineer

    Oct 2020 - Oct 2021

  • Project Engineer

    Oct 2017 - Sept 2020

  • Process Engineer

    Feb 2016 - Sept 2017

  • Associate Scientist - Global Technical Operations

    Aug 2014 - Jan 2016