Ishrat Ullah
Toronto,ON
Summary
Detail-oriented Quality Control and Product Development professional with a strong background in food safety, product innovation, and sensory evaluation. Demonstrated success in maintaining high quality standards while driving the development of innovative food products. Adept at analyzing processes to enhance efficiency and product quality. Committed to contributing expertise to create safe and appealing food solutions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Research and Development Technologist
Trophy Foods Inc.
Mississauga, ON
11.2023 - 11.2024
- HACCP and BRC certified
- Developed and formulated a variety of food products, contributing to successful product launches
- Lead plant trials, develop manufacturing procedures, monitor initial production and finalize product implementation
- Maintain detailed, comprehensive records of formulations, process parameters, finished product results, sensory evaluation and next steps
- formulate new and existing products to meet objectives for sensory and nutritional attributes, quality, cost, timeline and manufacturer ability
- hands on approach on product testing, evaluation, and sample preparation
- Monitor competitor product development activities and food industry technology trends and developments
- Set up consumer testing panels and analyze and report data from the testing and plant trials
- Support Regulatory Affairs Specialist when required.
- Participate in team projects and work collaboratively with others
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on specifications and market needs
- Conducted sensory evaluations and consumer testing to optimize product formulations and enhance satisfaction
- Utilized analytical techniques to assess product stability and compliance with industry standards
- Lead projects focused on ingredient innovation and cost reduction, improving product quality and profitability
Quality Assurance Lab Technician
Trophy Foods Inc.
Mississauga, ON
10.2020 - 10.2023
- Knowledge of Food Safety (HACCP) programs, GMP programs, and Quality Systems.
- Conduct thorough inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Perform physical and chemical testing on commodities, including sensory, salt analyzer, moisture, and FFA assessments.
- Analyze test results and data to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement.
- Ensure products meet quality standards, perform line clearance, and place products on hold when necessary, releasing them after assessment.
- Collect samples for micro-testing and document QA activities, including CCP1, CCP2, and COA documentation.
- Follow GMP to ensure smooth operations (sanitation, label, and coding verification).
- Collaborate with production teams to implement corrective actions and quality control measures.
- Assist in plant trials, investigations, audits, and quality improvements.
- Perform internal audits, inspections, and risk assessments to ensure food safety.
- Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a busy environment.
- Positive attitude and ability to work with individuals with developmental and mental challenges.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and flexible to work different shifts.
- Possess a G Class driver's license and vehicle.
Packaging Operator
Teva Canada
05.2012 - 03.2014
- Processed large quantities of master packaging orders
- Collaborated with team members to meet production targets and optimize workflow
- Worked with controlled drugs to reproduce accurate quantities
- Proficiently opened and closed of MPO (master packaging order) over 100 pages of documentation by following guidelines for successful completion of required product order
- WHMIS certified
Education
Lab Technician -
Medix College
Toronto, ON01.2016
Diploma - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Toronto Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology
Toronto, ON01.2011
Bachelor's of Science Honours - Science
Eden Mohila College
Dhaka, Bangladesh01.1993
Skills
- Analytical
- Coordination
- Leadership
- Communication
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Positive attitude
- Detail oriented
- Methodical
- Organizational
- Time management
- Intermediate level in Microsoft Office Suites
- Flexible
- Punctual
- Technical
- Driven
- Attention to Detail
Languages
- English
- Bengali
- Hindi
- Urdu
Highlights Of Skills
- Analytical
- Coordination
- Leadership
- Communication
- Punctual
- Technical
- Driven
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Research and Development Technologist
Trophy Foods Inc.
11.2023 - 11.2024
Quality Assurance Lab Technician
Trophy Foods Inc.
10.2020 - 10.2023
Packaging Operator
Teva Canada
05.2012 - 03.2014
Lab Technician -
Medix College
Diploma - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Toronto Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology
Bachelor's of Science Honours - Science
Eden Mohila College
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