This document is a resume for Steven Ingram that outlines his skills and experience. He has extensive experience in analytical testing and microbiology in food safety laboratories. Some of his skills include aseptic technique, media preparation, analytical testing methods like HPLC and GCMS. He has over 5 years of experience in roles at Frito-Lay, Jones-Blair, Kraft Foods, and Food Safety Net Services conducting analytical testing, microbiology testing, method validations and laboratory quality programs. He has a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Biological Sciences from Texas A&M University-Commerce.

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