Discover your next big idea for life sciences at PACK EXPO Las Vegas
Experience a breakthrough in life sciences packaging—explore solutions from 2,300 suppliers spanning all industries, all in one place this September

Kelby Thayer Promoted to Manager of Operations for Distribution Testing for Smithers

Thayer will be responsible for overseeing client testing programs to ensure all expectations are being met and constantly reviewing capacity and capability needs for additions to the laboratory.

Kelby Thayer

This content was written and submitted by the supplier. It has only been modified to comply with this publication’s space and style.

He will manage safety and quality programs and support a team of engineers and technicians at the Smithers distribution testing laboratory in Lansing, Mich.

“Kelby has embodied the Smithers promise of accurate data and excellent service since he first joined our team in 2011,” said Michael Kuebler, Technical Director, Distribution Testing, Smithers. “He has a strong track record of identifying testing needs within a certain industry and developing new test offerings to fill the gap. With his talent for problem solving and his passion for quality, he will be a great asset to our valued clients in this new role.”

Thayer joined Smithers as a project engineer and later moved into the role of senior engineer and quality coordinator, ensuring compliance with ISO 17025:2017 standards. He’s led a variety of critical  transit testing projects over the years highlighted recently  by several validation projects for  COVID-19 vaccine packaging. Prior to joining the team at Smithers, Thayer spent 13 years working at Michigan State University, at the Composite Materials and Structures Center and the School of Packaging.

Thayer has a Bachelor of Science in plastics engineering from Ferris State University. He is an active member of ISTA and ASTM and is an ASTM D10 Executive Committee Officer.

Fill out the form below to request more information about Kelby Thayer Promoted to Manager of Operations for Distribution Testing for Smithers
Medical Device Innovations Report
Cutting-edge packaging technologies are transforming the medical device sector in PMMI’s “Innovation in Medical Device” report, featuring advanced materials, smart solutions, and evolving regulations. Editors share insights from nearly 300 PACK EXPO booth visits—each product deemed new and truly innovative—alongside video demonstrations of the equipment and materials on display.
Learn More
Medical Device Innovations Report
Researched List: Blister Machines for Life Sciences
Need a blister machine for life sciences packaging? Our curated list features companies serving pharmaceutical, medical device, nutraceutical, and cosmetic industries. Download to access company names, locations, machine specifications, descriptions, and more.
Download Now
Researched List: Blister Machines for Life Sciences