Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Extracurricular Activities
Projects
Volunteer Experience
Capstone Projects
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ENOCH AIKAY

Toronto,ON

Summary

  • Biochemistry graduate with strong expertise in analytical chemistry, water quality, food safety, and microbiological testing. Over 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance and Laboratory Testing within beverage, water processing, and food manufacturing industries. Demonstrated ability to ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, SQF, CFIA, FDA, and ISO 9001:2015 standards, achieving a reduction in nonconformance rates by over 25% through targeted corrective actions.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

QA Technician / Sanitation Technician

Bonduelle Canada Inc.
Tecumseh, Canada
03.2023 - 04.2024
  • Verified sanitation and pre-operational conditions on food processing lines
  • Collected and processed samples for microbiological testing; maintained chemical inventory
  • Supported regulatory compliance during CFIA and SQF audits; led internal inspections
  • Issued product holds, blocked non-conforming inventory, and prepared NCRs/CAPA
  • Eliminated allergen cross-contact risk by implementing ATP and allergen swabbing verification after flavor changeovers
  • Developed and introduced a color-coded allergen sanitation system, which improved audit scores by 12% in allergen control
  • Conducted allergen-specific SOP training, ensuring 100% swab compliance and zero customer complaints for over 8 months
  • Undeclared milk protein was found in a non-dairy product due to skipped allergen cleaning steps and unclear sanitation protocols. Introduced a color-coded cleaning system, allergen swabbing, and mandatory staff training. This led to 100% allergen compliance, no incidents for 8 months, and a 12% SQF audit score increase.

Sanitation Technician / Quality Assurance Technician

Parrish & Heimbecker ions
Cambridge, Canada
07.2019 - 01.2023
  • Conducted microbial analysis and water testing (TDS, pH, turbidity, temperature, ozone) on daily samples
  • Maintained QA logs and executed corrective actions for all non-conforming materials
  • Performed environmental swabbing and sanitation inspections per pre-op checklists
  • Trained operators on quality standards and conducted GMP walkthroughs
  • Recalibrated ozone systems, replaced nozzles, and retrained staff
  • Implemented QA sign-off checklists, improving sanitation pass rate to 95%
  • Passed CFIA audit with zero findings
  • Recurring TPC spikes were traced to inconsistent ozone calibration, blocked nozzles, and sanitation SOP non-compliance. I recalibrated ozone systems, replaced nozzles, and retrained staff with visual SOP guides. A sign-off checklist was implemented to reinforce compliance. Resulted in a 28% drop in TPC issues, 95% pre-op pass rate, and zero CFIA audit findings.

Education

Post Graduate Certificate - Quality Assurance Manufacturing and Management

Conestoga College
Waterloo, Ontario

Post Graduate Certificate - Regulatory Affairs

Conestoga College
Kitchener, Ontario

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Covenant University
Nigeria

Skills


  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Functional testing
  • Knowledge of auditing standards
  • Quality Control
  • Quality Assurance
  • Quality Management System (QMS)
  • ISO 9001
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Quality assurance
  • Allergen control
  • Process improvement
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Sanitation inspections
  • Effective communicatio
  • Microbiological testing

Certification

  • Certificate of participation in Research Capacity Training and Molecular Biology Workshop
  • WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System Certificate
  • Process Improvement Certification
  • Food Safety HACCP Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point certificate
  • Diploma in Leadership Development (DLD)
  • ASQ Certification (In progress)
  • Six Sigma Global Institute Certificate
  • Certificate of Canada Institute of Food Safety

References

Mr. Benjamin, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Unilever / Primo Food / Schwan's Food Company, Benjamin.eluagwule@schwans.com

Extracurricular Activities

Ice Hockey Player Chess player

Projects

Relationship between Biomarkers of Oxidative Stress and Bisphenol A, Studied the impact of BPA on oxidative stress using biomarkers (MDA, antioxidant enzymes). Successfully demonstrated BPA's toxic potential, contributing to a departmental research publication and gaining top evaluation from faculty. Biochemistry of Antidiabetic Drugs, 03/01/21, Analyzed how drugs like metformin regulate glucose metabolism and improve insulin sensitivity. Project was recognized for clearly linking drug mechanisms to clinical outcomes, earning distinction in final-year research presentation.

Volunteer Experience

Tenteen Empowerment Initiative, Supported by Ministry of Youth and Social Development; Empowering teenagers and young adults with requisite knowledge and skills. Supported the development and renovation of school, using a range of fundraising techniques including corporate sponsorship.

Capstone Projects

  • HACCP-Based Quality Management System, Conestoga College, QA Manufacturing & Management, Designed a robust HACCP-based Quality Management System for a Ready-to-Eat (RTE) Chicken Alfredo product, pinpointing critical control points (CCPs) for cooking, metal detection, and cold storage., Authored 5 industry-standard SOPs covering Allergen Control, Cross-Contamination, Hygiene, Sampling, and Line Clearance., Simulated a CFIA-compliant Class II recall, including full traceability and product recovery protocol., Led a mock GMP audit, identified 8 non-conformities, and created actionable CAPA reports., Ensured full alignment with ISO 9001:2015 and SQF Food Safety Code, and presented project outcomes to a panel of food safety experts.
  • Health Canada & FDA Regulatory Strategy, Conestoga College, Regulatory Affairs, Developed a comprehensive regulatory roadmap for cross-border RTE food sales, meeting both Health Canada and FDA requirements., Prepared a complete Health Canada Site License submission, including product monograph, GMP validation, and safety documentation., Designed bilingual food labels in compliance with Canada's FDR and U.S. FDA (CFR Title 21) labeling rules, including allergen disclosure and nutrition facts., Conducted a comparative analysis of regulatory frameworks (CFIA vs. FDA) and formulated a submission timeline and market entry strategy., Evaluated food additive limits, shelf-life substantiation, and labelling compliance for Canada-U.S. retail readiness.

Timeline

QA Technician / Sanitation Technician

Bonduelle Canada Inc.
03.2023 - 04.2024

Sanitation Technician / Quality Assurance Technician

Parrish & Heimbecker ions
07.2019 - 01.2023

Post Graduate Certificate - Quality Assurance Manufacturing and Management

Conestoga College

Post Graduate Certificate - Regulatory Affairs

Conestoga College

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Covenant University
ENOCH AIKAY