The Key to Strong Food Safety Culture

In this episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, host Lydia Adams is joined by Michael Ciepiela, Director of Food Safety and Quality Assurance at The Spice Lab, to discuss building robust food safety cultures, the impact of Lean Six Sigma methodologies in food safety, and how technology is revolutionizing quality assurance processes. Michael shares valuable insights from his extensive experience at companies like Taylor Farms and Kraft Heinz, emphasizing the importance of employee engagement, continuous education, and leveraging modern tools to enhance food safety protocols. His practical approach to leadership and commitment to mentoring the next generation of food safety professionals make this episode a must-listen for anyone in the food industry. 💡 Our free webinar: A Fresh Take on Traceability is happening March 27th, and we’re breaking down everything you need to know about traceability - link to sign up is here: https://www.trustwell.com/resources/a-fresh-take-on-traceability/?utm_campaign=8645531-2025.03.27-Fresh-Take-On-Traceability-Webinar&utm_source=Podcast