Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Additional Information
Timeline
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Adan B. Benlayo

Lab Technician & Analyst
Toronto,ON
Adan B. Benlayo

Summary

  • Two technical degrees in Food Science Technology: Diploma, Centennial College & Bachelor of Science, Bicol University.
  • 10+ years of work experience.
  • Knowledge and experience in handling chemicals, titration chemistry, spectroscopy, GC, and basic mathematics.
  • Hardworking and competent technologist with extensive knowledge in clinical laboratory operations.
  • Knowledgeable in laboratory instrumentation.
  • Analytical skills with accuracy in reporting and communicating results.
  • Computer literacy in Windows-based programs.
  • Able to work in a team environment, as well as independently.
  • Able to work rotating shifts

Overview

11
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

POPCORN COMPANY
Toronto, Ontario

Production Line Specialist
04.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule, and complete orders efficiently.
  • Set up and adjusted machines and equipment to produce predetermined results.
  • This is my current job working in food production, flavoring, and packaging of popcorn products while attending Centennial College's Food Science Diploma course, completed this Degree program in April 2023.
  • Currently looking to get back into a lab enviorment.

INTERNATIONAL FOOD INDUSTRIES CO. (SAVOLA)
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Laboratory Chemist Supervisor
01.2016 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Tested product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations, and viscosities.
  • Conducted normal and specialized tests to show behaviours and properties of product samples.
  • Made decisions and executed changes based on process data, quality checks, and test results to keep products at target and within specifications.
  • Monitored the packaging and storage of hazardous materials and waste to comply with laboratory, and government safety regulations.
  • Ordered supplies, inventoried chemicals and materials and summarized and recorded data to meet control and research requirements.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

TRANS ASIA INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING CORP.
Metro Manila, Philippines

Research & Development/Quality Assurance Staff
12.2013 - 01.2016

Job overview

  • Conducted sensory evaluation and physicochemical analyses (FFA, PV, IV, Moisture, SFC, Slip Melting Point, Cloud Point.) of edible oil and its derivates such as Margarine and Shortening.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
  • Conducted tests on equipment and instruments for quality.
  • Completed in-line monitoring of the production line.
  • Tested product formulation on new products.
  • Completed cost study analyses.

RIVERDALE CONFECTIONARY INDUSTRY INC
Cavite, Philippines

Food Handler/Operator
06.2013 - 12.2013

Job overview

  • Maintained organized, clean, and sanitized work areas to meet company and regulatory requirements.
  • Sorted food and supply deliveries and correctly stored each item in its proper location.
  • Kept food at proper temperatures for consumer safety and documented numbers in the log book.
  • Worked in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

AGREDIV CORPORATION - RGE
Cebu City, Philippines

Quality Control Specialist
05.2012 - 06.2013

Job overview

  • Maintained policy, procedures, work instructions and projects for quality and continuous improvement agendas.
  • Prepared reports to communicate results of quality inspection activities to management.
  • Collaborated with management to discuss effective plans for resolving major quality problems.

Education

CENTENNIAL COLLEGE
Toronto, ON, Canada

Diploma from Food Science & Technology
01.2022 - 04.2023

University Overview

2-year program

BICOL UNIVERSITY
Albay, Philippines

Bachelor of Science in Food Science & Technology from Food Science
08.2008 - 05.2012

University Overview

4-year program

Skills

  • Quality Control
  • Quality Assurance
  • Lab Experienced
  • Product R&D
  • Sampling
  • Food Safety
  • Food Microbiology
  • MS O ce Experienced
  • Raw Materials Testing
  • Production Sample Testing
  • Finished Product Testing
  • Production Line Experience
  • Supervisory experience
  • Interpreting laboratory results
  • Laboratory oversight
  • Laboratory setup
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Analytical chemistry techniques
  • Laboratory maintenance
  • Laboratory Equipment Maintenance

References

References Available On Request

Additional Information

  • Conducted inspection of Raw Materials, Packaging Materials, & Finished Products.
  • Monitored Margarine and Shortening production lines.
  • Conducted microbial analysis using the rapid test method.
  • Conducted sensory evaluation and physicochemical analysis (FFA, PV, IV, Moisture, SFC, Slip Melting Point, Cloud Point, Gas Chromatography, and Oil Stability Index.) of edible oil and its derivates such as Margarine, Shortening, and Cocoa Butter Substitute.
  • Assisted in research and development.
  • Approved product changeover (e.g., CIP, flavor changes, and appearance).
  • Product Formulation and Innovation based on product changes.
  • Assisted in audits by preparing required documents and ensuring all the documents were completed, current, and verified.

Timeline

Production Line Specialist

POPCORN COMPANY
04.2022 - Current

CENTENNIAL COLLEGE

Diploma from Food Science & Technology
01.2022 - 04.2023

Laboratory Chemist Supervisor

INTERNATIONAL FOOD INDUSTRIES CO. (SAVOLA)
01.2016 - 01.2022

Research & Development/Quality Assurance Staff

TRANS ASIA INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING CORP.
12.2013 - 01.2016

Food Handler/Operator

RIVERDALE CONFECTIONARY INDUSTRY INC
06.2013 - 12.2013

Quality Control Specialist

AGREDIV CORPORATION - RGE
05.2012 - 06.2013

BICOL UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science in Food Science & Technology from Food Science
08.2008 - 05.2012
Adan B. BenlayoLab Technician & Analyst