Lynn Davis

Operations and Commercialization leader with 20+ years of experience managing complex food CPG projects from concept through commercial launch. Proven track record leading new product commercialization, product transfers, manufacturing scale-ups, packaging transitions and operational readiness initiatives across cross-functional teams including Marketing, R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance and Packaging. Successfully managed 13-40 new product introductions annually while driving stakeholder alignment, mitigating risks, maintaining project timelines, and ensuring launch readiness.

Experienced in building commercialization processes, creating operational systems, documenting workflows and improving cross functional execution within fast-paced, high growth food manufacturing environments. Combine deep food manufacturing expertise with strong project management, process development, packaging and commercialization leadership.

Sr Commercialization Manager at AMY'S KITCHEN (2022-03 – 2026-07)

• Owned commercialization timelines for 13-40 annual new product introductions, ensuring cross-functional deliverables were completed and launches remained on schedule
• Coordinated activities across R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Packaging, and Finance teams to drive alignment and accountability throughout the commercialization process
• Managed project plans, manufacturing trials, product transfers, labor routings and launch readiness activities using Smartsheet
• Led commercialization handoff activities, ensuring products, processes, and documentation were successfully transitioned into routine operations
• Streamlined launch timelines to meet critical club customer requirements, enabling successful package transitions within a compressed three-month timeframe

Sr Manufacturing Industrial Engineer at AMY'S KITCHEN (2020-05 – 2022-03)

• Served as Operations Subject Matter Expert on the design team for a new food manufacturing facility, evaluating production systems, process flow, and operational readiness
• Led implementation of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) technology across three production facilities, providing real-time KPI visibility and performance tracking
• Collaborated with engineering, operations, and leadership teams to support scalable manufacturing infrastructure for future growth

Plant Manager at AMY'S KITCHEN (2017-10 – 2020-05)

• Directed operations for a frozen and canned food manufacturing facility employing approximately 800 team members
• Led major production line shutdown and rebuild activities while minimizing disruption to output and customer commitments
• Implemented continuous improvement systems that improved performance visibility, problem resolution tracking, and operational effectiveness
• Partnered with Quality, Supply Chain, and Commercialization teams to support successful product launches and manufacturing execution

Commercialization Manager at AMY'S KITCHEN (2016-03 – 2017-10)

• Established Amy's first commercialization management function. Developed structured processes for managing product launches, relaunches, reformulations and transfers
• Managed new product introductions, reformulations, relaunches, and product transfers from development through manufacturing implementation
• Facilitated cross-functional decision making, ensuring product specifications, manufacturing requirements, packaging needs, and operational readiness remained aligned
• Built repeatable commercialization workflows that improved organizational visibility, accountability, and launch consistency

Production Manager at AMY'S KITCHEN (2008-09 – 2016-03)

• Managed manufacturing operations across two shifts and a workforce of more than 600 employees
• Led startup and commercialization of a new frozen food production line that increased annual capacity by more than 1 million cases
• Oversaw launch and operational optimization of a fresh pasta line, delivering a 30% reduction in raw material costs
• Developed workforce training programs that improved retention, consistency, and case goal completion

QA/Production Supervisor at AMY'S KITCHEN (2006-09 – 2008-09)

• Member of the startup leadership team responsible for commissioning Amy's Medford manufacturing facility
• Developed SOPs, work instructions, performance metrics, inventory programs, and operational systems supporting successful plant startup and long-term growth
• Documented operational processes and established foundational work flows to support consistency, training, and manufacturing execution
• Supervised 285 employees while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and production standards

Packaging Design at RISING SUN FARMS (2004-06 – 2005-06)

• Designed structural packaging and graphics for an organic food manufacturer
• Developed nutritional labeling, packaging copy, point of sale materials and sales support graphics

Owner/Operator/Chef at BIG HORN CAFE (1998-06 – 2004-05)

• Designed and built out a full-service restaurant and bar in Big Sky Montana
• Responsible for all aspects of the business; manager, chef, recipe development, sourcing, accountant, hiring, training

Manager, Packaging Development at KEEBLER COMPANY

Salty Snacks

Packaging Research Engineer at KRAFT FOODS

Dairy

Bachelor of Science in Packaging – Michigan State University

Associate of Arts Degree in Culinary Arts – Kendall College

Master of Divinity – Beloved Community