Umar Al Mukhtar VP
Ajman,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Experienced Food Technologist with a proven background in developing safe, high‑quality food products and maintaining rigorous quality and safety standards. Skilled in process optimization, product improvement, and ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements. Brings a hands‑on, analytical approach to solving production challenges and supporting efficient manufacturing operations. Currently seeking a new opportunity to contribute expertise within a forward‑thinking food industry environment and be an integral part of a team dedicated to advancing the organization’s position in the competitive food industry.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Quality Assurance Executive
ID Fresh Food UAE
Ajman, United Arab Emirates
2024.08 - Current
- Received and inspected raw materials to ensure they met required quality and safety standards
- Performed RM chemical analysis, PM analysis, and micro analysis to ensure compliance with quality and specification requirements.
- Conducted direct audits for Third-Party Manufacturers (TPM) to ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and quality standards.
- Conducted process checks across production lines to ensure operational parameters meet required specifications.
- Supported NPD trial activities on production lines, helping evaluate process performance and product feasibility.
- Complaint handling, RCA, and CAPA implementation.
- Supported internal and external audits by preparing documentation and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
Quality Controller
KR Agro Food Industries
2023.08 - 2024.03
- Created precise designs within type tolerances for Agro industry applications.
- Enforced GMP throughout facility and monitored continuous compliance to reduce risks.
- Enhance customer satisfaction through continuous improvement strategies.
- Collaborate with suppliers to maintain quality of raw materials.
- Provide staff training on hygiene and quality control.
- Conducted process checks across production lines to ensure operational parameters meet required specifications.
Education
MSc - Food Processing
Periyar University
2021.01 - 2023.01
Post Graduate Diploma - Dairy Science
Annamalai University
2021.01 - 2022.01
BSc - Food Technology
University of Calicut
2017.01 - 2020.01
Skills
- Research and Project Management
- Laboratory Techniques
- Quality assurance and Supervision
- New product development
- Sensory evaluation
- Manpower management
- Documentation
- Crisis management
- Analytical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Communication
Certification
- High field international level 4 Training in Food safety.
- High field international level 3 Training in HACCP.
Project
"Assessment of Heavy Metal Content in Food Materials Using ED-XRF Technique",
Conducted Study under the guidance of Dr. Jeyan Arthur Moses at NIFTEM-T Contributed to experimental design, data analysis, and enhanced understanding of food safety concerns.
Languages
English - Professional
Malayalam - Fluent
Hindi – Fluent
Tamil – Fluent
Timeline
Quality Assurance Executive
ID Fresh Food UAE
2024.08 - Current
Quality Controller
KR Agro Food Industries
2023.08 - 2024.03
MSc - Food Processing
Periyar University
2021.01 - 2023.01
Post Graduate Diploma - Dairy Science
Annamalai University
2021.01 - 2022.01
BSc - Food Technology
University of Calicut
2017.01 - 2020.01