Mark Gammage

Experience

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  Regional Medical Laboratory

  Jun 1978 - Sept 1980

  Medical Microbiologist
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  INGHAM REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

  Sept 1980 - Sept 1981

  Medical Microbiologist

  Performed microbiological testing on patient samples, including identification of pathogens and antibiotic susceptibility.

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  The Pillsbury Company

  Sept 1983 - Mar 1987

  Packaging Engineer

  Developed packaging for the new product development of Bakery and Sweet Foods products. Contributed technical expertise on the Microwave Foods Task Force and provided support for the manufacturing of currently produced products.

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  DIFCO LABORATORIES LI

  May 1988 - Apr 2000

  Packaging Engineer

  Designed and specified packaging for microbiological test media and supplies. Designed innovative new microbiological testing equipment.

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  Cello-Foil Products, Inc.

  Jun 1991 - Apr 1996

  Project Manager/Specialist

  Technical specialist specifying laminations and printed flexible packaging for consumer product companies developing $5 million of revenue per year.

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  Amway

  Apr 1996 - Feb 2020

  Manager in Analytical Sciences Department, Research & Development Division. 10 direct reports including scientists and technicians in Ada, MI and Buena Park, CA. Responsible for managing the Elemental Analysis and Wet Chemistry, Discovery, Forensics and Stability functions. Assisted Affiliates in other countries, such as Viet Nam in setting up product stability programs for health care products to meet ASEAN regulations. Managed the reliability of Durables products and the testing of Beauty, Nutrition and Home Care products. 12 direct reports including scientists, engineers and technicians. Led the complete remodeling of the Packaging Integrity Lab and two floors of the Research and Development Division. Conceived of and led Sustainability efforts for the R&D Division, coordinating with Marketing, Product Development, Legal and other pertinent areas of the company. Managed the product development of oral care, hair care and body care products. Up to 16 direct reports including scientists and technicians with backgrounds in formulation, packaging and process engineering. Transitioned beauty, health and home care products to manufacturing in the development cycle. Supported multiple plants by providing technical support for currently produced products. Authored product specifications, tested and approved machinery acquisitions with a combined value of $10 million.

  • Manager - Chemistry Stability Investigations (Retired)

    Jun 2013 - Feb 2020

  • Manager - Reliability and Packaging Integrig

    May 2006 - Jun 2013

  • Manager - Personal Care Research and Developmen

    Jun 2000 - May 2006

  • Packaging Engineer

    Apr 1996 - Jun 2000