Keri Foster, P.E. Email & Phone Number

Oversee production scheduling, purchasing, inventory and stock management for spice and seasoning manufacturing.

Sparks, Nevada

Oversee production scheduling, purchasing, logistics, and stock management for spice and seasoning manufacturing.

Carson City, Nevada

Air Quality Permitting

Carson City, Nevada

Chemical Accident Prevention Program I regulated about 50 facilities throughout the state that work with highly hazardous substances. Some examples of these businesses include ammonia refrigeration, geothermal power generation, and chemical manufacturing. • Conducted audits of CAPP regulated facilities• Prepared compliance audit reports• Reviewed P&IDs, Process Hazard Analyses, Emergency Response Plans, Incident Investigations, SOPs, Managements of Change, Training, Mechanical Integrity, Employee Participation, and Contractor Programs• Reviewed permit applications to construct and commence operation of a new process• Reviewed modifications to existing processes• Familiar with OSHA PSM and EPA RMP regulations• Participated in and facilitate outreach workshops• Participated in industry conferences• Ensured confidentiality requirements are implemented• Developed written guidance documents to assist facilities in complying with the CAPP regulations• Assisted with the development of procedures and checklists to monitor and determine facility compliance

Sparks, Nv

• Coordinated all laboratory analysis (internal/external); microbiological testing, HPLC, spectrophotometry, distillation, sieve analysis, salt and moisture analysis• Managed environmental pathogen monitoring program• Developed and maintained a laboratory results data and reporting system (using engineering calculations and programming knowledge) • Trained and developed 4 new technicians• Trained on the operation of the EtO and PPO sterilization equipment and H2SO4 scrubber systems• Engaged in the re-evaluation of the HACCP program• Developed a supplier approval program• Initiated and performed supplier quality investigations• Participated in continuous process improvement by recommending equipment and method updates to increase efficiency and capabilities• Performed internal audits to ensure GMPs • Provided accurate documentation to support various programs and prepare for SQF certification• Developed laboratory policies and procedures derived from FDA, ASTA, and IOAC official methods• Assisted with inventory management and lot traceability

• Performed hydrothermal carbonization (HTC) experiments to pre-treat and analyze biomass samples using a Parr Reactor, gas chromatography equipment, pH probe, hygrometer, bomb calorimeter• Involved in the scale-up of the HTC project.• Designed and installed custom rotary evaporation units for concentrating ground water samples.• Diagnosed, repaired, and operated Freeze Dry equipment for ground water samples. • Processed and analyzed radiation samples by operating a liquid scintillation counter, pH probe, ventilation hoods, and portable radiation detectors.• Sterilized field sampling bottles• Managed the accounts payable for the Division

Master’S Degree, Business Administration

Bachelor Of Science, Chemical Engineering (Biomedical Option)

Activities and Societies: AICHEEngineering Intern: Nevada State Board of Professional and Land Surveyors October 2010: Fundamentals.