Christopher Box
About Christopher Box
Christopher Box is a Companion Animal Research & Development Lab Technician at Spectrum Brands, where he has worked since 2015. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Biology with a concentration in Microbiology & Immunology from Virginia Tech and has experience in managing product compliance and developing standard operating procedures.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Christopher Box has been employed at Spectrum Brands as a Companion Animal Research & Development Lab Technician since 2015. In this role, he coordinates with various departments, including marketing, sourcing, regulatory, and packaging engineering. His responsibilities include ensuring efficient sample testing methods and managing the integration of chemical formulas into SAP. He also oversees the compliance of manufacturing declarations and labels of newly acquired brand products with AAFCO standards.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Box studied at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in Biology, Microbiology & Immunology from 2010 to 2015. Prior to that, he completed his high school education at Jefferson Forest High School, achieving an Advanced Studies Diploma from 2006 to 2010. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in research and development within the companion animal industry.
Background
Before joining Spectrum Brands, Christopher Box worked as an Undergraduate Full Time Student at Virginia Tech from 2010 to 2015. During this time, he gained practical experience and knowledge in his field of study. His early education at Jefferson Forest High School laid the groundwork for his advanced studies in biology and microbiology.
Achievements
Christopher Box developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for edible product testing during his tenure in research and development. These SOPs are still in use today, demonstrating his contribution to the efficiency and effectiveness of product testing processes. Additionally, he managed the integration of chemical formulas into SAP and ensured compliance with industry standards for newly acquired brand products.