Adrienne E. Whitson

o Led research and optimization of innovative product solutions, resulting in improved performance and customer satisfaction.
o Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement advanced testing methodologies, enhancing product reliability and efficiency.
o Developed and maintained comprehensive technical documentation, ensuring compliance with industry standards and facilitating knowledge transfer.
o Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives, streamlining processes that reduced production lead times and enhanced product quality.
o Mentored junior engineers, fostering technical skills and promoting adherence to best practices within the engineering team.
o Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate new features into existing products, increasing customer satisfaction levels.
o Established strong relationships with clients through regular communication updates during project lifecycle.
o Served as a primary point of contact for all key stakeholders involved.
o Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements.

o Collaborate with product development engineering to specify for performance characteristics and criteria.
o Independent development of product performance using integrated electronic controls tools and complex system simulations.
o Extensive competitive benchmarking across multiple market regions.
o Integral member of the project core teams for scheduling resource planning and status reporting.
o Coordinate performance testing of cooking products, analyze test data, write comprehensive reports and review results.
o Developed and implemented consumer research methodologies to enhance product development and drive user-centric design.
o Led cross-functional teams to analyze consumer feedback, driving product improvements and elevating customer satisfaction.
o Coordinate comprehensive testing and evaluation of home appliance products to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
o Utilized statistical analysis tools to interpret consumer data, informing strategic decisions and optimizing product features.
o Led sensory evaluation panels to assess product quality, driving continuous improvement based on objective measurement data and subjective stakeholder received.
o Identified market trends by analyzing consumer data, leading to the creation of successful new products.

Developed, managed and scheduled the Test Lab procedures for Sharp product development
Created and executed trainings on Sharp SuperSteam+ oven for consumers in the USA and Canada
Researched market trends and tested multi-region competitor OEM products
Managed Sharp internal test procedures, and Consumer Reports testing for microwave
Profile and automatic program development in the Sharp SuperSteam+ oven
Managed the conversion and adaptation of microwave programs from the Japanese market to the needs of US consumer
Collaborated with Sharp Japanese development center to create products for the USA market.
Developed and implemented innovative food product formulations that enhanced flavor profiles and improved customer satisfaction.
Conducted comprehensive training sessions for staff on food safety standards and production techniques, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline product development processes, reducing time-to-market for new offerings.
Led sensory evaluation panels to assess product quality, driving continuous improvement based on consumer feedback and preferences.
Identified market trends by analyzing consumer data, leading to the creation of successful new products.