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Riley Robbe

Riley Robbe

Springdale,AR

Summary

Skilled in upholding top-tier food safety and quality standards. Leads microbiological testing and analysis in cutting-edge lab facilities, ensuring adherence to industry protocols and internal benchmarks. Specialized in pinpointing and addressing microbiological hazards, crafting and validating testing protocols, and offering expert advice on microbiological matters to diverse teams within the organization.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Lab Microbiologist

Tyson Foods, Corporate Lab
12.2024 - Current


  • Advanced daily use of Labware LIMS software for reporting purposes and data entry; experience in logging and receiving samples as well as test result entry
  • Experience in treatment and testing of raw and fully cooked/RTE meat products such as chicken, sausage, hot dogs, and sliced deli meats (brands include: Jimmy Dean, Hillshire farms, etc.)
  • Extensive research on meat products to significantly enhance understanding of product shelf life and microbial contamination
  • Routine environmental testing of areas where food product is produced and packaged as well as assurance that the area is safe to resume production if contamination does occur
  • Responsible for organization and verification of ISO accredited documents
  • Experience with preparation of condemned and Salmonella Group D audits per USDA regulations
  • Preparation and analyzation of customer samples while maintaining aseptic technique
  • Interpretation and analyzation of test results in a timely manner while ensuring precise and accurate information
  • Utilization of lab equipment to perform advanced techniques such as PCR and identification of specific bacteria and yeast
  • Continuous improvement by actively identifying opportunities for change, driving efficacy and effectiveness in all processes

Lab Microbiologist

Tyson Foods, Corporate Lab
08.2023 - 12.2024

Education

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) - Biology

University of Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2023

Skills

  • Motivational team guidance
  • Proficient in workflow adjustments
  • Willing to learn and take on new tasks
  • Commitment to high-quality standards
  • Effective time management
  • Self-disciplined

Timeline

Senior Lab Microbiologist

Tyson Foods, Corporate Lab
12.2024 - Current

Lab Microbiologist

Tyson Foods, Corporate Lab
08.2023 - 12.2024

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) - Biology

University of Sioux Falls
Riley Robbe