Sean Foster
About Sean Foster
Sean Foster is a Product Manager at General Mills with extensive experience in food safety, quality control, and regulatory compliance.
Current Role at General Mills
Sean Foster is a Product Manager at General Mills, working remotely. In his current role, Sean focuses on managing and developing various products within the company. His responsibilities include overseeing product lifecycle management, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring products meet market demands and regulatory standards.
Previous Experience at General Mills
Sean Foster has held several roles at General Mills, illustrating his extensive experience within the company. This includes positions such as Food Safety Quality Auditor (2017–2021), Quality Engineer II (2015–2017), Quality Engineer (2014–2015), Team Leader (2013–2014), Quality Associate (2013), and Quality Intern (2012). Through these roles, he gained expertise in food safety, regulatory compliance, and quality control.
Education and Certifications
Sean Foster holds a Master's degree in Food Science from Brigham Young University (2010–2012). He also studied Food Science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2009–2010). Additionally, he is a certified FSSC Lead Auditor and ASQ Quality Auditor, showcasing his advanced qualifications in quality auditing.
Previous Experience with US Forest Service
Before joining General Mills, Sean Foster worked as a Forest Fire Fighter for the US Forest Service from 2004 to 2008. This role involved physically demanding and high-risk tasks, and it underscored his dedication to public service and safety.
Expertise in Food Safety and Quality Control
Sean Foster possesses extensive expertise in food safety, regulatory compliance, and quality control. His experience covers diverse areas such as sanitation, pest control, statistical analysis, capability work, and process control. He currently audits quality systems for General Mills contract locations globally, ensuring that products meet stringent quality standards.