Detail-oriented professional with expertise in auditing and safety inspection, complemented by a strong proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems. Demonstrates rigorous compliance and documentation skills, ensuring thorough and accurate audits. Adept at teamwork, contributing to collaborative environments while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency. Committed to leveraging skills in auditing and compliance to drive organisational success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Operations & Food Safety Manager
AARAX Foodstuff Co LLC
- 02.2022
Leading and managing the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the BRCGS, HACCP, HALAL, and KOSHER Standards.
Coordinating with external certification bodies and managing all third-party audits, including BRCGS, HALAL, KOSHER, customer audits, and DM.
Ensuring all documentation and record-keeping meet BRCGS requirements.
Conducting internal audits and risk assessments; follow up on corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
Ensuring proper training of staff in food safety, hygiene, and certification-related procedures.
Overseeing day-to-day production and operations to ensure smooth and efficient manufacturing.
Developing and optimizing operational processes, minimizing waste and maximizing productivity.
Implementing and monitoring KPIs for production, quality, and efficiency.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including R&D, procurement, and logistics.
Organizing and leading food safety team meetings and management reviews.
Assist in establishing and approving the in-house quality procedures, standards, and requirements of QA.
Responsible for the Control of Documented information, Handling of customer complaints and tracking systems, including CAPA implementation and Corrective action.
Monitor pest control measures in coordination with external vendors.
Monitoring the hygiene of employees and warehouse premises.
Review all CCP, & PRP and related quality records for accuracy and compliance.
Quality Assurance Officer
Nutty Nuts Foodstuff Factory LLC
01.2019 - 12.2021
Successfully implemented and maintained FSSC 22000, HACCP, and ISO 22000 Food Safety Management Systems across the facility.
Developed and maintained comprehensive food safety policies, SOPs, risk assessments, and PRPs in compliance with certification and regulatory requirements.
Led and coordinated all audits (Certification, DM, & Customer), ensuring successful outcomes. Regularly reviewed and updated the FSMS documentation to reflect changing operations, risks, and standards.
Conducted internal training sessions on FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, HACCP, GMP, and audit preparedness to build competency and awareness.
Collaborated with Production, Maintenance, Procurement, and other departments to ensure food safety measures were fully integrated into daily operations.
Provided ongoing QA support to departments, fostering a strong food safety and quality culture across the organization.
Food Safety Officer
Lagro Industries Pvt Ltd
01.2018 - 12.2019
Successfully implemented and maintained HACCP, and FSMS across the facility. Developed and maintained comprehensive food safety policies, SOPs, risk assessments, and PRPs in compliance with certification and regulatory requirements.
Conducted internal training sessions on ISO 22000, HACCP, GMP, and audit preparedness to build competency and awareness.
Collaborated with Production, Maintenance, Procurement, and other departments to ensure food safety measures were fully integrated into daily operations.
Provided ongoing QA support to departments, fostering a strong food safety and quality culture across the organization.
Education
Master of Science - Food Technology & Quality Assurance
MACFAST College
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
Sir Syed College
Skills
Team Work
Documentation
Auditing
MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Experience in auditing
Knowledge of erp systems
Safety inspection expertise
Rigorous compliance
Certification
BRCGS ISSUE 9 Internal Auditor
FSSC 22000 Internal Auditor
HALAL Implementation & Internal Auditor Training
FSSC 22000 Version 5 Transition Training
HACCP Level 3 in Food Manufacturing
Person In Charge Level 3 (HABC- UK)
COSHH and Product Awareness Training
Food Safety Level 4, TACCP and VACCP Awareness Training
ISO 22000 Internal Auditor
ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor Training
ISO 22000:2018 Lead Auditor Training (Pursuing)
NEBOSH (Pursuing)
LANGUAGES
English
Hindi
Malayalam
REFERENCES
Reference available upon request
Timeline
Quality Assurance Officer
Nutty Nuts Foodstuff Factory LLC
01.2019 - 12.2021
Food Safety Officer
Lagro Industries Pvt Ltd
01.2018 - 12.2019
Operations & Food Safety Manager
AARAX Foodstuff Co LLC
- 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
Sir Syed College
Master of Science - Food Technology & Quality Assurance
<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC