Getting her start with an education focused on microorganisms, chemistry, and the lab, Kelsey was able to seamlessly transition to the food-processing industry, where she has spent the better part of the past decade.
In her Food Safety & Quality Specialist role with Nelson-Jameson, she helps guide customers through selecting proper equipment and testing based on their production and testing needs, offers technical product expertise, and continues to provide training and support on usage and lab operations. Kelsey is focused on bringing education and guidance to the food industry and playing a crucial role in ensuring safe food is released to the public for all sized operations.
She spends much of her time on-site supporting food safety labs, helping troubleshoot customer obstacles, providing education through training and visits, exploring new options for testing needs, and answering any laboratory-related questions.
Before her time with Nelson-Jameson, Kelsey held various positions, such as laboratory manager, laboratory technician, and aquaculture technician.
Kelsey is currently a Board Member at Large for the Wisconsin Lab Association (WLA) and holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology - Aquatic Science from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. She has also been featured in Food Safety & Quality Magazine and Quality Assurance Magazine.
"It’s an honor and a privilege to serve the food and beverage industry in this position. I have absolutely loved not only educating but also continuously learning alongside many of our customers. Customers have turned into friends, and it’s incredible to see everyone in it for the same mission—to provide safe food."
September 17, 2025Wisconsin
Join Nelson-Jameson and Neogen® for a complimentary Petrifilm Certification & Environmental Monitoring Workshop in Milwaukee, WI. This hands-on training delivers essential food safety expertise through interactive learning and professional networking. Participants receive official Petrifilm certification, comprehensive training in environmental monitoring, and practical solutions for quality control excellence. Perfect for QA managers, food safety personnel, and laboratory teams. Limited space available - secure your position in this industry-leading certification program today. Delivering the Exceptional™ in Food Safety Education. Key takeaways Certificate of completion and all presentation materials In-depth understanding of Petrifilm technology Practical knowledge gained through hands-on training Insights into effective environmental monitoring practices Networking with industry professionals and experts Valuable resources to enhance your facility's quality control processes This is a workshop we offer regularly in various locations across the U.S. For a complete list of upcoming workshops, dates and locations, click here.
September 23, 2025Wisconsin
Join the WLA 2025 Fall Conference! This premier event brings together lab professionals from across Wisconsin for learning, networking, and professional development. Explore cutting-edge lab practices through engaging educational sessions covering topics like clinical diagnostics, environmental testing, and quality control. Connect with industry leaders and peers, earn continuing education credits, and discover the latest lab technologies in our exhibitor hall. This conference is a must-attend for medical technologists, clinical lab scientists, environmental lab professionals, QA managers, lab managers, researchers, and students. Stay up-to-date on advancements, enhance your skills, network, earn credits, and advance your career.
October 8, 2025Pennsylvania
Join Nelson-Jameson and Neogen® for a complimentary Petrifilm Certification & Environmental Monitoring Workshop in Pittsburgh, PA. This hands-on training delivers essential food safety expertise through interactive learning and professional networking. Participants receive official Petrifilm certification, comprehensive training in environmental monitoring, and practical solutions for quality control excellence. Perfect for QA managers, food safety personnel, and laboratory teams. Limited space available - secure your position in this industry-leading certification program today. Delivering the Exceptional™ in Food Safety Education. Key takeaways Certificate of completion and all presentation materials In-depth understanding of Petrifilm technology Practical knowledge gained through hands-on training Insights into effective environmental monitoring practices Networking with industry professionals and experts Valuable resources to enhance your facility's quality control processes This is a workshop we offer regularly in various locations across the U.S. For a complete list of upcoming workshops, dates and locations, click here.
Streamline indicator organism laboratory testing with ready-to-use Petrifilm Plates with no prep time required.
Get Petrifilm Certified through our complimentary immersive workshop for managers, personnel, and teams. The workshop offers practical knowledge through hands-on training and networking with industry professionals and experts. Attendees gain an in-depth understanding of Petrifilm technology and valuable insights into effective environmental monitoring practices. Participants leave with a certification and a wealth of resources that can significantly contribute to elevating their plant's quality control standards.
Get Dry Cleaning Certified through our complimentary immersive food safety-focused workshop for managers, personnel, and teams.
Ensure the safety and quality of your products with allergen detection solutions. Undeclared allergens continue to be the top reason for food recalls in the United States.1 If you have a risk for allergen cross-contact in your facility, Neogen Allergen Testing Products can help mitigate your risks. By incorporating allergen testing into your validation, verification, and positive release programs, you insure the safety of both your customers and business.
Measure equipment and surface cleanliness before food processing and preparation with ATP Testing Products.
Improve your food safety program by implementing effective environmental testing solutions to ensure the highest hygiene standards.
Protect your brand and consumers with our comprehensive food allergen testing solutions. We offer precise, reliable tests for various sample types, empowering you to build a robust allergen control program and safeguard your food production.
From food verification to quality control applications, Neogen® provides a comprehensive selection of value-added solutions and services to fit your food safety needs. Help ensure optimal quality is achieved by utilizing these measures to target your microbiological, environmental, and sample testing needs. Neogen® uses their industry expertise to support your food safety testing process from start to finish by offering a wide spectrum of allergen test kits, sanitation monitoring systems, microbiological agars & test kits, and essential testing supplies. Contact our Product Specialists today to create the right food safety testing program for your laboratory!
Recognize and address possible hygiene and sanitation challenges based on the cleaning and material handling equipment available in your facility. Through a discovery call, virtual, or on-site assessment, Vikan SQF Practitioner certified specialists will assist in confirming that your system and cleaning tool inventory aligns with your risk management objectives while pinpointing any missing tools and enhancing maintenance and usage practices. Evaluate whether your existing tools are utilized in the most effective manner, or determine if a more suitable tool exists for the task at hand. Ensure that your tools comply with all relevant standards and regulatory requirements. Site evaluations encompass a summary survey, an overview of the location, a color-coded factory layout plan, product suggestions, a recommended order form, and a proposal for a follow-up survey.
This is a comprehensive program for the food processing industry. Nelson-Jameson brings together the most extensive collection of color-coded products for material handling, product handling, janitorial, safety, apparel, QA/QC, and metal-detectable applications. With the right pieces, a color-coding system is a powerful tool in preventing cross-contamination of allergens and food-borne illnesses that can lead to sickness or expensive product recalls.
Food safety is crucial in protecting consumers, and understanding how to ensure your program scales alongside your business is crucial in maintaining success. A program isn’t merely a matter of compliance; food safety is an ongoing initiative that must meet current demands and proactively stay ahead of emerging challenges.
Using metal-detectable or x-ray detectable items and following industry guidelines can significantly reduce the risk of product contamination, maximizing food safety and ensuring the integrity of your product.
