Matthew Larsen
About Matthew Larsen
Matthew Larsen is a Microbiology Laboratory Technologist at General Mills with over a decade of experience in pathogen detection and food microbiology.
Title and Role at General Mills
Matthew Larsen holds the position of Microbiology Laboratory Technologist at General Mills. He has accumulated over a decade of experience at the company, having started in April 2010. His primary responsibilities include working on pathogen detection and food microbiology, ensuring the safety and quality of food products. He leverages his expertise in these areas to support the company's commitment to quality assurance and consumer safety.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Larsen studied Biology at Minnesota State University, Mankato, where he earned his Bachelor's degree. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in the biological sciences, which he applies in his professional role. Larsen specializes in pathogen detection and food microbiology, fields where he utilizes his extensive knowledge to ensure food safety and compliance with industry standards.
Experience in Pathogen Detection and Food Microbiology
With over a decade of experience at General Mills, Matthew Larsen has developed specialized skills in pathogen detection and food microbiology. His work involves identifying and controlling potential microbial hazards in food products. Larsen's expertise in these areas plays a crucial role in maintaining the high standards of health and safety that are expected in the consumer goods industry.
Proficiency with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
Matthew Larsen is proficient in using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) to manage laboratory data effectively. This technology supports the organization and tracking of laboratory workflows and data, ensuring that results are accurate, reliable, and efficiently processed. Larsen's proficiency with LIMS contributes to the streamlined operations within the laboratory at General Mills.
Compliance with ISO 17025 Standards
Ensuring compliance with ISO 17025 standards is a key area of Matthew Larsen's expertise. These standards specify the general requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories. Larsen's role involves adhering to these stringent guidelines to assure quality and maintain the integrity of laboratory testing and calibration processes at General Mills.