Hayley Crowe
@hayleycrowe
I am an experienced food safety and quality manager, expert in lab accreditation.
What I'm looking for
I am a quality-focused food safety professional who leads laboratory accreditation and quality systems across regulatory and production settings.
I maintain ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, manage document control and internal audits, run proficiency testing programs, and train analysts in Listeria, coliform, and routine qPCR testing. I have managed QA/QC teams, developed yeast maintenance and sanitary procedures, performed quarterly data analysis, and prepared labs for third-party audits.
I hold a Master of Science in Food Safety and a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I seek opportunities to lead quality programs, streamline laboratory operations, and mentor technical teams to sustain compliance and improve product safety.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Quality Manager
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Oct 2024 - Present (11 months)
Maintained and improved the Quality Management System and internal audit program. Managed document control and ensured laboratory quality control procedures.
Biological Scientist III
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Jul 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)
Underwent BSCL-3 training for select agents in foods and trained analysts on Listeria and coliform testing. Performed standard bacteriological examinations of food and verified analytical results.
Biological Scientist II
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Began training in conducting standard bacteriological and molecular examinations of food using laboratory methods. Verified analytical results generated from these examinations.
QA/QC Lab Manager
Proof Brewing Company
Mar 2020 - Present (5 years 6 months)
Managed and supervised lab technicians, prepared for audits, and developed testing and sanitary procedures. Monitored and oversaw testing of raw and finished products, and performed quarterly data analysis.
Lab Technician
Proof Brewing Company
May 2019 - Present (6 years 4 months)
Performed daily lab tasks, including testing raw and finished products, and preparing microbiology plates and materials. Sterilized equipment with an autoclave and performed equipment maintenance.
Lab Manager for General Biology Labs
Florida State University
May 2018 - Present (7 years 4 months)
Developed curriculum, arranged equipment replacement and repair, and oversaw prep and breakdown of weekly lab supplies. Managed and supervised staff members.
Lab Technician for General Biology Labs
Florida State University
Aug 2016 - Present (9 years 1 month)
Assisted in ensuring weekly labs ran smoothly, including prep, breakdown, and maintenance of supplies. Managed equipment, live organisms, and chemical solutions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Michigan State University
Master of Science, Food Safety
2023 - 2023
Completed a Master of Science degree with a focus on food safety. This program provided advanced knowledge and skills in ensuring the safety and quality of food products.
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
2018 - 2018
Obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences. The curriculum covered a broad range of biological topics, providing a strong foundation in scientific principles and research methodologies.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Job categories
Interested in hiring Hayley?
You can contact Hayley and 90k+ other talented remote workers on Himalayas.
Message HayleyFind your dream job
Sign up now and join over 100,000 remote workers who receive personalized job alerts, curated job matches, and more for free!
