Our series of Best-in-Class webinars provides a quick study on various topics related to core food safety concepts. Each course is performed as a 2-hour “lunch and learn”-style presentation. Lead instructor, Mike Cramer of the Eurofins Advanced Learning Institute, delivers practical guidance and basic tools through the viewpoint of his 40+ years of experience in meat and food manufacturing.
These free webinar sessions are valuable for food industry personnel involved in all phases of food manufacturing, distribution, retail, and storage, and are critical to the foundation of a strong, well-rounded food safety culture.
MEET THE HOST
Michael Cramer | Trainer, Eurofins Advanced Learning Institute
Michael Cramer started his career at Swift & Company in Pennsylvania as a summer employee. He worked his way up to QA Manager (Pennsylvania and North Carolina), Production Specialist and Corporate Documentation Manager (Illinois) to QA Manager at the Swift-Eckrich plant in Chicago and then QA Director for the Armour processed meat and poultry plants. He then moved to Specialty Brands, Inc./Windsor Foods/Ajinomoto Foods North America where he stayed from 1993 to his retirement in 2023. There he served as Director of Food Safety and Quality assurance before being promoted to Senior Director of FSQA.
Mike is known for his in-depth knowledge of food plant sanitation and has written a book, now in its 3rd edition, “Food Plant Sanitation, Design, Maintenance and Good Manufacturing Practices.” He is also a member of the editorial board of Food Safety Magazine and has over twenty articles published dealing with Listeria control, Biosecurity, Sanitation and Sanitary Design, Sanitation 5S, and Allergens. As well, he is a contributing member of the American Frozen Foods Institute Listeria Working Group. You can find multiple Food Safety Matters podcasts and food sanitation webinars that he has led.
Upcoming Live Webinars
Food Allergen Management | April 15, 2026 | Register
Foreign Material Prevention | May 6, 2026 | Register
Integrated Pest Management | June 3, 2026 | Register
Recall Policy and Action Plan | June 24, 2026 | Register
Root Cause Analysis | July 15, 2026 | Coming Soon
Regulatory Response | August 5, 2026 | Coming Soon
Listeria Management | August 26, 2026 | Coming Soon
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On-Demand Webinars
As global demand for animal protein continues to rise, producers, distributors, and suppliers face increasing pressure to meet complex veterinary drug compliance standards. This webinar offers a practical roadmap for navigating the regulatory landscape governing the export of animal protein, with a focus on FDA and USDA requirements, international certification processes, and emerging trade dynamics.
In this webinar, our experts will discuss the latest international regulations, the impact of recycled materials, and how proactive testing strategies can keep your packaging safe and compliant. Originally Recorded on September 17, 2025
With the release of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) report, the food and supplement industries are facing a pivotal moment. Join two of our leading experts as they unpack the report’s findings and explore what they could mean for consumer-packaged goods (CPG) companies. From reformulation strategies to enhanced ingredient scrutiny, this session will help industry professionals prepare for a wave of potential changes. Originally Recorded on August 21, 2025
The demand for speed in food production and distribution continues to increase, driven by consumer expectations for freshness, short product shelf lives, and regulatory compliance requirements. In this environment, rapid pathogen detection methods have become essential tools for timely decision-making and effective food safety management. This webinar will provide a technical overview of commercially available rapid methods for detecting key foodborne pathogens, including Salmonella, Listeria spp., and L. monocytogenes. Originally Recorded on August 20, 2025.
In this webinar, we cover our approach to custom method development with a focus on chromatographic techniques, such as GC-FID, GC-MS(MS), HPLC, UPLC, and HPLC-MS(MS). From the initial steps of deciding on an approach, to actual lab development and method validation for routine or regulatory use will be explained using actual case studies and examples. Originally Recorded on August 12, 2025
Accurate determination of creatine and its degradation product, creatinine, in raw materials and finished products is essential for quality control and regulatory compliance. This webinar will provide an overview of best practices in HPLC creatine and creatinine testing in diverse range of products, including protein powders, pre-workout formulations, beverages, and gummies. Originally Recorded on August 8, 2025
Issues during the Clean-In-Place (CIP) process, such as insufficient rinsing, can lead to the contamination of products, resulting in quality and/or safety concerns. This on-demand webinar covers various strategies for the detection of CIP chemicals in foods, beverages, and related products. Originally Recorded on June 25, 2025
Low water activity foods (LWAFs) have historically been considered low-risk for microbiological hazards because their limited “free” (unbound) water in the formulation prevents bacterial growth. However, foodborne illness outbreaks revealed that pathogens can survive for extended periods in LWAFs, even in the absence of growth. Watch now to learn what is required to validate control measures to reduce microbial risks in LWAFs. Originally Aired on June 18, 2025.
Are microbial stability challenges affecting the formulation or shelf life of your nutritional bar or natural product? Food safety is essential in product development, ensuring consumers enjoy innovative flavors with confidence. Watch now to hear about key food safety considerations, ingredient selection, and the impact of processing methods on product performance.
Our "Behind the Science" series looks at food testing from the perspective of the testers and industry experts who devote their careers to it. In this episode, Eurofins Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Doug Marshall speaks with Dr. David Legan, Director of Science for Eurofins Microbiology, Inc. Originally recorded on May 30, 2025.
