1. Steven Ingram
1410 S. Lakeshore Dr.
Rockwall, Texas 75087
(469) 273-0657
StevenRileyIngram@gmail.com
SKILLS
Highly skilled at performing serial dilutions, proper media preparation and sterilization, demonstrating
good aseptic technique and proficiency testing in setting laboratory control samples
Highly adaptable to a wide range of working conditions, minimizing errors
General knowledge of all food-borne microbiological testing using pour plates, spread plates, streak
plates, petrifilm, anaerobic gas packs, positive confirmation control plating, etc.
General knowledge of GCMS, HPLC,GPC, NMR,FTIR and Pyrolysis/GCMS
HACCP Certification
Excellent understanding and implementation of 5S
General knowledge of Lean Six Sigma
TMA, TGA and DSC knowledge and certification
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Matlab, Mathematica, LIMS,
SAP; also some experience with C++,C/, and python
Internal auditing in research and development and technical support laboratories
Familiarity with GHS, GMP, GLP, cGMP, cGLP, FDA, USDA,AOAC,SDS, GFSI, SQF, BRC,
ISO22000, FSSC 22000 and FSMA
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Frito-Lay – Plano, TX July 2016 - Present
Analytical Analyst (Contractor)
Analytical testing for oil content and percent moisture on finished products/ raw materials with NMR
analysis and TGA
Analysis for oil content with Sohxlet Oil Extraction
Analysis for moisture content with vacuum oven and forced air oven methods
Free Fatty Acid testing, HPLC on Polymers, Peroxide Value on oils, GCMS fatty acid distribution, OV-
anisidine testing on oils
Jones-Blair—Dallas, TX August 2014 – July 2016
Chemist I
Analytical testing on industrial coatings with GCMS, HPLC,TGA, TMA, DSC and FTIR
Physical testing on industrial coatings by ASTM methods: Corrosion Resistance B117, Chemical
Resistance D1308, Flashpoint Test D3278, Accelerated UV/Condensation D4587, Moisture Vapor
Transmission E96, Tensile & Elongation D638, Modulus of Elasticity C469 and etc.
Organic chemistry formulations of resins and paints: alkyds, waterborne paint- latex, polyurethanes,
epoxies and polysiloxanes
Collaborated with TES and organized the disposal of expired hazardous raw materials
5s Implementation in the analytical lab, technical support lab, accelerated testing lab and resin lab
Monthly auditing for technical support lab, resin lab and analytical lab
Kraft Foods Inc., Garland, Texas July 2013 – August 2014
Laboratory Technician/Microbiologist
Conducted analytical tests on finished product including fat,moisture, viscosity, acid, ph and salt
Tested finish product for yeast, mold, aerobic bacteria, anaerobic bacteria, coliform and etc.
2. Tested various aspects of food production such as city water, process water,post carbon water,air
surrounding the equipment and operators, compressed air used in filling machines, bacterial exposure
surrounding the machinery and equipment
Prepared media, auto-claved waste and sterilized equipment
AOAC micro quarterly validations
Helped with sanitation department authorizing and dispensing cleaning solutions for operators and
equipment such as caustic, acid, and sodium hypochlorite solutions
Food Safety Net Services—Grand Prairie, Texas May 2012 - November 2012
Laboratory Technician I
Prepared and incubated microbial samples for FDA, USDA,and AOAC testing
Prepared and maintained bacteriological media and chemical solutions, utilizing proper labeling,
handling, storage,use, and disposal of solutions, including autoclaved and hazardous waste
General knowledge of quality procedures, proper operation of sterilizer equipment and proper media
preparation
Food Safety Net Services—Grand Prairie, TX February 2012 - May 2012
Laboratory Internship
Performed transfers and screens using PCR and VIDAS
Cultured and isolated pathogenic bacteria
Cleaned and stored glass ware
Disposed of bio-hazardous material
Cancer Research Lab,TexasA&M University-Commerce—Commerce,TX January 2012 - May 2012
Lab Research Assistant
Converted gene data banks using bioinformatic software
Organized and collected genetic data
Mathematical and statistical analysis on gene lists for presentation
Academic Success Center,Texas A&M University-Commerce—Commerce, TX August 2011 - February 2012
Supplemental Instructor
Participated in staff development focusing on college curriculum (Mathematics)
Instructed diverse student population
Provided pre- and post-class tutoring program
OTHER WORK HISTORY
TexasA&M University-Commerce, Commerce, TX August 2011 – February 2012
Teacher Assistant (Math Department)
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Biological Sciences, GPA3.0
TexasA& M University-Commerce, Commerce,Texas
PROFESSIONALAFFILIATIONS
Member, Alpha Gamma Alpha Math Honors Society