Kristie Rector
New Ross
Summary
Compliance and operations professional with 9+ years of experience supporting highly regulated environments. Skilled in documentation, quality systems, regulatory compliance, project coordination, and process improvement with a reputation for accuracy and organization.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Histologist
Cook Research, Inc.
04.2022 - 10.2024
- Maintain multiple laboratory information systems and documentation databases.
- Coordinated specimen requests with pathologists, physicians, sponsors, and external laboratories.
- Improved workflow efficiencies and assisted in training team members.
- Managed laboratory inventory, purchasing, vendor relationships, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Prioritized multiple projects while maintaining accuracy in a regulated environment.
Nonclinical Study Operator
Cook Research, Inc.
10.2015 - 10.2024
- Coordinated studies from planning through completion while ensuring compliance with FDA Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), 21 CFR Part 58, ISO 13485, and other applicable regulations.
- Prepared protocols, reports, study documentation, and regulatory records.
- Maintained SOP compliance and quality standards throughout study execution.
- Collaborated with internal teams and external stakeholders to meet project deadlines.
- Led project meetings and communicated study status to cross-functional teams.
- Maintained detailed documentation with exceptional attention to accuracy.
Environmental Administrator
Cook Research, Inc.
09.2021 - 10.2025
- Coordinated hazardous waste compliance and regulatory documentation.
- Managed vendor relationships for regulated waste disposal.
- Assisted with regulatory submissions and administrative systems.
- Responded to inquiries from regulatory agencies while ensuring compliance.
Chemical Peer Reviewer
Cook Research, Inc.
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Reviewed chemical requests for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Verified documentation completeness and safety requirements.
- Evaluated training requirements and storage compliance.
Owner & Founder
Baa-tanicals by Rector Valley Ranch LLC
01.2025 - Current
- Founded and operate a product-based retail and e-commerce business from concept through daily operations.
- Manage purchasing, inventory, vendor relationships, wholesale accounts, and order fulfillment.
- Ensure product labeling, documentation, recordkeepting, and business compliance requirements are maintained.
- Develop and improve operational processes while managing customer communications and resolving issues.
- Coordinate production schedules, inventory forecasting, and quality standards.
Genetic Supervisor
Maschhoff Farms
02.2015 - 10.2015
- Managed research trials and production records.
- Conducted quality audits and ensured procedural compliance.
- Trained and supervised employees.
- Collected and analyzed production data.
School Bus Driver
South Montgomery School Corporation
10.2024 - Current
- Safely transport students while maintaining compliance with state and federal transportation regulations.
- Complete detailed inspections, required documentation, and daily safety procedures.
- Maintain strict schedules while providing exceptional customer service to students and families.
Education
Associate of Science -
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Lafayette, IN05-2014
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Documentation Control
- Quality Assurance / Quality Control
- SOP Development & Compliance
- Project Coordination
- Vendor Management
- Inventory Management
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Customer Service
- Process Improvement
- Cross-functional Communication
- Data Management
Certification
- Biosafety Hazardous Waste Handling and Disposal; OSHA 2022
- DOT Hazmat; Heritage 2021 49 CFR 172.704
- Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA); Heritage 2021 40 CFR 262.17 and 40 CFR 262.16
- Registered Assistant Laboratory Technician (RALAT); AALAS 2023
- Certified Nursing Assistant; State of Illinois and Indiana 2012
- Artificial Insemination of Bovine Certification; 2012
Timeline
Owner & Founder
Baa-tanicals by Rector Valley Ranch LLC
01.2025 - Current
School Bus Driver
South Montgomery School Corporation
10.2024 - Current
Chemical Peer Reviewer
Cook Research, Inc.
06.2023 - 10.2024
Histologist
Cook Research, Inc.
04.2022 - 10.2024
Environmental Administrator
Cook Research, Inc.
09.2021 - 10.2025
Nonclinical Study Operator
Cook Research, Inc.
10.2015 - 10.2024
Genetic Supervisor
Maschhoff Farms
02.2015 - 10.2015
Associate of Science -
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana