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Berlin, Berlin, De

Chicago, Il, Us

*Manages and directs staff responsible for microbiological testing and other quality control testing of plant products.*Oversees maintenance of the weight and defect control programs in accordance with plant and company standards and reporting to FSQA director.*Maintain USDA regulatory requirements for Food Safety and assist with revisions and update food safety programs and procedures including the annual reassessment of all programs.RCA-CAPA Tools (5-Why, Fishbone, etc.*Work closely with Product Strategies, Operations and suppliers to understand quality challenges holistically and provide guidance to various internal and external customers to ensure satisfaction.*Assists in establishing the longer-term strategic plans for the plant.*Mentors and motivates associates, providing training and development to optimize their performance and personal growth.*Communicates performance standards to associates, recognizing and rewarding individual and team accomplishments and counseling performance problems. *Ensures all associates have the resources and capabilities to effectively accomplish their responsibilities.*Review supplier documents such as certificate, audit report, SOP, batch record, specification, deviation, CAPA.*Review COAs, specifications, internal change control, material review, deviation, CAPA. *Meets with vendors, customers and quality representatives and other company staff to discuss and resolve quality issues.*Ensures that the company's product "hold" policies and procedures are communicated to plant staff and that the plant adheres to the procedures.*Recommends, as appropriate, the suspension of production or the release of product when quality standards are not achieved.*Participates in weekly GMP, sanitation, and safety inspections throughout the production departments and corrects, or issues work orders to correct, any identified deficiencies.

*Assist Regulatory Technical Information Systems and Research & Development with new or revisedspecifications for raw materials, finished goods and packaging. * Review Quality Control or vendor deviations.*Provide quality & food safety leadership and input into product and process development activities. Work with plant and research personnel to ensure product consistency. Facilitate root cause analysis andcorrective actions as needed.*Oversee food defense and security, sanitation, pest control, micro-testing, and water quality maintenance.*Serve as key quality and food safety business partner for Sales, Manufacturing, and Research andDevelopment ensuring business success by solving production and product quality issues.

Bedford Park, Il, Us

*Developed and maintained detailed laboratory records, ensuring accurate documentation of all experiments, findings, and safety protocols.*Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create a comprehensive database for tracking and analyzing microbiological test results, facilitating data-driven decision-making.*Conducted literature reviews to stay current with the latest advancements in food safety and microbiological testing techniques, incorporating relevant findings into ongoing research.*Collaborated with faculty and industry experts to design and execute experiments related to food safety protocols, microbiological testing, and quality control methodologies.*Utilized advanced experimental design techniques, statistical analysis, and sensory evaluation to develop new food formulations and improve existing products.

Delhi, Delhi, In

*Analyzed validation of High-pressure processing and achieved reduction of 80% of Salmonella species and Listeria Monocytogenes inoculated in various food models and creating machine.*Conducted microbiological testing on food products, ingredients, and environmental samples to ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulations.*Managed and maintained a comprehensive database of test results, providing critical data for trend analysis and quality improvement initiatives.*Prepared detailed microbiological testing reports for regulatory compliance and internal records.*Carried out systematic serial dilution, plating, PH, water activity measurement utilizing Vidas machine and contributed technical assistance relative to Food safety, Sensory, and quality evaluations.*Demonstrated expertise in pathogen detection and identification (e.g., Salmonella, Listeria, E. coli) through advanced molecular techniques, contributing to the early identification and mitigation of potential food safety risks.*Working as a Microbiologist at Government of India FSSAI PUBLICATION. Which involves Validation of High pressure processing to achieve reduction of Salmonella species and Listeria monocytogenes inoculated in various food models.*Assisting New Product Development team members on key industrial projects,including execution of large blocks of test and Contributing to Quality Improvement initiatives through acurate data collection and test execution*Generating raw material,manufacturing and finished product specifications utilizing on-line specification system.*Provide technical assistance relative to Food safety,Sensory and quality evaluations, Using Vidas machine (Biomerieux clinical diagnostics/ Pathogen Detection ).

Nashik , Maharashtra, In

*Led and supervised a team of microbiologists and technicians, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning within the laboratory.*Conducted rigorous microbiological testing on raw materials, finished products, and environmental samples in accordance with FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) regulations to ensure food safety and quality.*Played a pivotal role in the development, implementation, and maintenance of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) programs, aligning with FSSAI guidelines, to proactively mitigate food safety risks.* Proficient in various microbiological testing methods, including culturing, PCR, ELISA, and rapid detection methods.Skilled in the operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment such as autoclaves, incubators, microscopes, and PCR machines.*Ability to identify and classify microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, yeast, and molds, using specialized techniques and tools.Accurate and organized record-keeping, maintaining detailed documentation of all microbiological tests and procedures.

Working as Business Development Executive in Cellugen Biotech Pvt LTD (Mycord Stem cell Banking ).✓Identifying new sales leads.✓Pitching products and/or services.✓Maintaining fruitful relationships with existing customers.When it comes to generating leads : ✓Researching organisations and individuals online (especially on social media) to identify new leads and potential new markets.✓Researching the needs of other companies and learning who makes decisions about purchasing.✓Contacting potential clients via email or phone or in person to establish rapport and set up meetings.✓Planning and overseeing new marketing initiativesorganized conferences, meetings, and industry events.When it comes to the challenge of actually selling : ✓Preparing PowerPoint presentations and sales displays.✓Contacting clients to inform them about new developments in the company’s products.✓Developing quotes and proposals.✓Negotiating and renegotiating by phone, email, and in person.✓Developing sales goals for the team and ensuring they are met.✓Training personnel and helping team members.

Chennai, India, In

*Organizing sales visits,Demonstrating and presenting products*Establishing new business,Maintaining accurate records*Attending trade exhibitions, conferences, and meetings,Reviewing sales performance*Negotiating contracts and packages,Aiming to achieve monthly or annual targets.

Master'S Degree, Food Safety And Technology

Bachelor'S Of Science, Biotechnology

Higher Secondary School Certificate, Biology/Biological Sciences, General