Nik Gorman
About Nik Gorman
Nik Gorman is an FSQ Product Manager at General Mills with a background in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology.
Current Role at General Mills
Nik Gorman is currently serving as the FSQ Product Manager at General Mills. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing food safety and quality standards within the company. He has implemented strategic initiatives and managed a team to ensure the highest level of product quality and compliance with industry regulations.
Previous Experience at General Mills
Before becoming an FSQ Product Manager, Nik Gorman worked as a Quality Engineer at General Mills in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, from 2017 to 2019. Earlier, he held several internships at the company in various locations, gaining valuable experience in Quality and Regulatory Operations. His internship locations included Buffalo, NY in 2015, Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area in 2016, and Wellston, OH in 2014.
Educational Background in Chemical Engineering
Nik Gorman earned his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2012 to 2017. Throughout his tenure at the institute, he gained a solid foundation in chemical engineering principles, which he later applied to his professional roles.
Achievements in Food Safety and Quality
Nik Gorman has achieved significant milestones in his career, including the implementation of a new food safety protocol at General Mills that reduced contamination incidents by 15%. He presented a paper on advanced food safety measures at the 2021 International Association for Food Protection conference and received the General Mills Excellence in Quality Award in 2020. Additionally, he led a cross-functional team to secure ISO 22000 certification for a General Mills facility.
Professional Certifications and Volunteer Work
Nik Gorman holds a certification in Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) management, reflecting his expertise in food safety protocols. He is also actively involved in the community as a mentor for the Minnesota Science and Engineering Fair. Furthermore, he developed a training program for new hires in the FSQ department at General Mills, demonstrating his commitment to fostering professional growth within his team.