Natalie Garcia
About Natalie Garcia
Natalie Garcia is the QA & Micro Lab Team Lead at Glanbia Nutritionals, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Food Science from the University of California, Davis, and has previous experience in food safety and research roles.
Current Position at Glanbia Nutritionals
Natalie Garcia serves as the QA & Micro Lab Team Lead at Glanbia Nutritionals. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to quality assurance and microbiological testing within the organization. Her role involves overseeing laboratory operations and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Previous Experience in Food Safety
Prior to her current role, Natalie worked as a Food Safety Coordinator at Veg-Fresh Farms from 2020 to 2021. In this capacity, she focused on implementing food safety protocols and ensuring product quality. She also completed a Recovery Internship at the Food Recovery Network in 2019, where she gained hands-on experience in food recovery initiatives.
Educational Background in Food Science
Natalie Garcia studied at the University of California, Davis, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Food Science. Her studies spanned from 2016 to 2020, providing her with a solid foundation in food safety, quality control, and sensory analysis.
Research and Leadership Roles at UC Davis
During her time at UC Davis, Natalie held various positions that enhanced her practical experience. She served as a Research Assistant Intern at the Guinard Sensory Laboratory from 2019 to 2020, focusing on sensory evaluation. Additionally, she was a UC Davis Student Representative at The World Ag Expo in 2020 and worked as a Student Manager at UC Davis Campus Recreation and Unions from 2017 to 2019.