Jennifer Krywalski

Jennifer Krywalski

$40/hr
Project Manager with Quality Assurance Experience
Reply rate:
-
Availability:
Full-time (40 hrs/wk)
Location:
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Experience:
8 years
Jennifer C. Krywalski 2612 E Fraktur Rd Phoenix, Arizona 85040 -- Project Manager | Analytical Chemistry & Quality Assurance Results-driven Project Manager with 8+ years of experience leading cross-functional teams and managing projects in regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and process optimization within the CPG and chemical industries. Proven success in driving continuous improvement, optimizing workflows, and delivering complex projects on time and within scope. Skilled in collaboration, problem-solving, and aligning quality-focused initiatives with business goals. Ready to bring strong leadership and operational expertise to a dynamic organization. Professional Experience                Provide strategic leadership and mentorship to cross-functional teams, directly managing and supervising a team of up to five employees, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and promoting continuous development. Direct project planning, budgeting, and resource allocation to drive operational efficiency and meet global business objectives. Identify project risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure successful execution and continuity of complex, multi-phase projects. Negotiate and manage vendor contracts, including procurement and infrastructure for a multi-million dollar laboratory expansion. Drive organizational change through Agile, Waterfall, Scrum, Kanban, Lean Innovation, and Six Sigma methodologies, fostering adaptability and continuous improvement. Facilitate communication and collaboration across global stakeholders in Asia and Europe to ensure project alignment and timely execution. Utilize tools such as SAP, LIMS, ServiceNow, SharePoint, Microsoft Project etc for project tracking, team collaboration, and performance reporting. Monitor KPIs and dashboards to support data-driven decision-making and track project milestones. Oversee ISO-certified quality management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 18001), conduct internal audits, refine SOPs, and implement corrective and preventive actions to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. Lead regulatory compliance initiatives across international markets, ensuring adherence to REACH, TSCA, TCSCA, CSCL, GHS, and HAZCOM standards; manage SDS documentation and regulatory submissions. Maintain global regulatory documentation and facilitate compliance with international product safety and import regulations, including retailer portal management (WERCS, TTBT). Spearhead the EHS Facility Safety Program, enhancing workplace safety protocols and ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards. Deliver training on quality systems, regulatory compliance, and best practices to enhance cross-functional collaboration and operational readiness. Optimize R&D workflows, achieving a 40% reduction in analysis time and 70% cost savings through quality-focused process improvements. Conducted ICP-MS, OES, AA, IC, GC, and HPLC analysis while troubleshooting instrumentation, compiling accurate data reports, and leading method development and process improvement initiatives to optimize laboratory workflows. Employment History Fujifilm Electronic Materials — Mesa, AZ Product Stewardship Chemistry Specialist II | R&D Project Management June 2019 – December 2021 Analysis Now — Chandler, AZ Analytical Chemist- Quality Assurance March 2014 – June 2019 Lab Support (Gregory Packaging) — Phoenix, AZ QA/QC Engineer June 2013 – March 2014 - Additional History Available - Education & Certifications     Certification in Project Management – University of Arizona (2024) Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry – Arizona State University, Phoenix, AZ Associate of Applied Science in Chemistry – Pima Community College, Tucson, AZ Certifications: Project Management, Jira Certified, ISO 9001, 14001, 18001 Lead Auditor Training
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