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Omar Herrera

Omar Herrera

Choluteca

Summary

I am a professional who excels in Food Science, In-Plant Processing, Chemical and Microbiological Analysis, New Product Innovation, Food Safety and Quality, backed by a solid track record. My proactive creative leadership combined with a tireless work ethic reflect my commitment and responsibility to each task. My creative and persevering approach is combined with analytical thinking and constant initiative, allowing me to effectively address challenges and generate innovative solutions. My ability to collaborate as part of a team is complemented by a track record of punctuality and compliance. My experience encompasses various aspects of the food industry, including raw material processing of major agro-industrial sectors such as dairy, meat, grains and seeds, horticulture and beekeeping. In addition, I have a solid knowledge of laboratory techniques for chemical and microbiological analysis of food. My ability to combine practical and theoretical experience has allowed me to achieve outstanding results in the agricultural sector. I am committed to excellence and innovation, and I hope to leverage these qualities to contribute significantly to future challenges.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Visiting Research Scholar

University of Tennessee
09.2022 - 11.2022

- Participated in weekly research discussion meetings.
- Participated in the USDA Better Process Control School training course.
- Participate in Food Science club meetings and activities
- Participated in sensory panels
- Collaborated in hygienic design and equipment cleanliness testing.
- Participated as a class visitor in dairy product evaluation.
- Performed heat penetration testing and process development of acidified foods.

Visiting Research Scholar

Grupo Litoral
Choluteca, Choluteca
08.2022 - 09.2022

-Supervision in packaging, processing and marketing areas

-HACCP plan supervision

-Supervision of product quality both as raw material and finished product

Student Worker

Zamorano University
01.2019 - 08.2022

Work activities and theoretical activities were carried out in related classes divided into 4 general areas:
-Agribusiness: Cost management, marketing and agricultural administration.
-Agronomy: Plant and Animal Production: Ornamental Production and Plant Propagation, Fruit Production, Grain and Seed Production, Beef Cattle, Dairy Cattle, Poultry (Egg and Poultry Production), Aquaculture (Tilapia Production).
Soil Analysis, Soil Conservation, Agricultural Machinery, Irrigation Systems, Extensive and Intensive Livestock, Plant Protection (Use of Agrochemicals), Biotechnology, Molecular Diagnostics.
-Environment: Forest and plantation management, Topography and Geographic Information Systems. Agro-ecological production systems, Renewable Energies (Wind Energy project).
-Food Science and Technology: Physicochemical, Sensory, Microbiological Analysis in Dairy, Meat, Beekeeping, Beverages, Jellies, Jams, Seeds, Concentrates for animal consumption. Participation and knowledge in Meat processing plant in the creation of sausages, meat cuts, etc. Dairy processing plant in the creation of yogurts, ice cream, cheese, fluid milk processing and flavored milk (strawberry, vanilla, chocolate). Production of animal feed such as concentrates. Fruit and vegetable plant in the elaboration of drinks, jellies, jams, marmalades, pickles. Post-harvest plant in the creation of Salads. Beekeeping Plant in the creation of honey. Participation and knowledge in the creation of HACCP plan, Knowledge in the creation of New Product Development (DNP).

Education

Bachelor of Science - Food Sciences And Technology

Zamorano University
San Antonio De Oriente, Francisco Morazan Honduras
12.2022

High School Diploma -

Jose Cecilio Del Valle High School
Choluteca, Honduras
11.2018

Skills

  • Disciplined
  • Honest and Sincere
  • Respectful
  • Passionate about work
  • Teamwork
  • Food Safety and Quality
  • Critical Thinking
  • Laboratory Techniques
  • Food Manufacturing

Languages

Spanish
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote

Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.
Winston S. Churchill

Timeline

Visiting Research Scholar

University of Tennessee
09.2022 - 11.2022

Visiting Research Scholar

Grupo Litoral
08.2022 - 09.2022

Student Worker

Zamorano University
01.2019 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Food Sciences And Technology

Zamorano University

High School Diploma -

Jose Cecilio Del Valle High School
Omar Herrera