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Maria Challawala
Quality Control/food Safety Specialist With Microbiology Background
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Enthusiastic Microbiologist eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of ISO:HACCP and Quality control and training in product/food safety. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in healthcare/food industry.
Overview
2
2
Languages
6
6
Certifications
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Manager
Aero Fresh Farm LLC
Dubai, DXB
11.2018 - 09.2020
- Updated quality control standards, methods and procedures to meet compliance requirements.
- Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Increased customer satisfaction through adherence to all quality standards and customer requirements.
- Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
- Equipped and organized facility to comply with company strategy for online and offline quality controls.
- Inspected inbound and outbound products for compliance with established industry standards, company policies and procedures.
- Sorted product and provided expertise on non-conforming product requirements.
- Evaluated quality problems and performed actions to identify and resolve issues.
- Wrote and implemented new rework procedures to standardize processes and streamline workflow.
- Calibrated instruments and scales in production area and quality lab.
- Rejected defective products and approved correct products.
- Improved quality processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Liaised with PIC to organize and perform quality standard training for new and existing staff.
PLM Executive
Siemens Healthineers
Vadodara, Gujarat
07.2016 - 05.2018
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Completed minor preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on equipment.
- Worked with healthcare marketing to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Completed all paperwork, recognizing any discrepancies and addressing them in a timely fashion.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Handled day-to-day running of new reagent & instrumentation project, ensuring high levels of productivity and progression.
QC/QA Microbiologist
Bills biotech pvt. ltd
Vadodara, Gujarat
11.2015 - 05.2016
- Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Monitored all company inventory to ensure stock levels and databases were updated.
- Ordered laboratory equipment and supplies.
- Interpreted research findings and summarized data into reports.
- Managed sampling, qualification & quantification of microbiological activity.
- Inoculum sample preparation and quality testing.
- Calibrated tools and equipment to meet requirements.
- Reviewed incoming materials against specifications.
QC Chemist
Vovantis laboratories pvt.ltd
Vadodara, Gujarat
02.2015 - 06.2015
- Operated specialized scientific equipment and performed complex procedures to execute high-level analytical testing tasks.
- Calibrated Chemical testing instruments like hplc, uv spectro and wet lab equipments on weekly/monthly basis and documented readings and adjustments to improve equipment accuracy.
- Developed new analytical techniques and enhanced existing analytical methods to improve testing validity and applicability.
- Generated technical reports and other documentation to record analytical test results and conclusions.
- Prepared and standardized test equipment, test solutions and reagents to enable successful testing completion.
- Monitored consumable laboratory supplies and replenished inventory to enable timely completion of testing activities.
- Performed standard and proprietary physical testing and chemical analysis of raw chemical materials, inprocess, finished and stability products.
- Participated in new process development(ADL) and process optimization programs to enhance overall system capabilities.
- Collaborated with laboratory technicians, production personnel and QA to improve product quality and functionality.
- Coordinated and performed analytical tests to comply with established standards and specifications.
- Developed laboratory testing programs and data analysis while adhering to SOPs, ECOs, batch records and work instructions.
Education
Master of Science - Microbiology
Sardar Patel University
Anand, Gujarat, India 06.2012 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Sardar Patel University
Anand, Gujarat, India 06.2009 - 05.2012
Skills
Team leadership
Problem-solving abilities
Employee training
Critical thinking
Quality control tests
Operational improvements
Presentations
Lab equipment calibration/maintenance
ISO:HAACP
Food safety
Organization and Time management
Flexible & Adaptable
Software
LIMS
Windows XP
Accomplishments
- Gold medalist in BSc microbiology
- Best R & D team Award in Siemens healthineers
- ISO:HACCP implementation in single go for indoor farm
- Supervised team of 30 plus staff members
- Thorough knowledge of healthcare process
- Thorough knowledge of food establishment including procurement, production, processing/storage, logistics/delivery, slaes/marketing
Certification
Basic Food hygiene
Additional Information
- On spouse visa
- Have valid UAE driving license
- Have educational equivalency certificate
- Vaccinated
Interests
Reading
Dance
Travelling
Cooking
Music
Timeline
ISO 22000:2018 awareness training
12-2020
HACCP L3 in food manufacturing, High field
10-2019
ISO 22000:2005 awareness training
09-2019
FAQ L3 in supervising food safety in catering
02-2019
Quality Manager
Aero Fresh Farm LLC
11.2018 - 09.2020
Basic Food hygiene
11-2018
PIC L3, DAC
11-2018
PLM Executive
Siemens Healthineers
07.2016 - 05.2018
QC/QA Microbiologist
Bills biotech pvt. ltd
11.2015 - 05.2016
QC Chemist
Vovantis laboratories pvt.ltd
02.2015 - 06.2015
Master of Science - Microbiology
Sardar Patel University
06.2012 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Sardar Patel University
06.2009 - 05.2012