MANVIR KAUR
Beaumont,Alberta
Summary
Results-oriented professional seeking to contribute to organizational success through hard work and collaboration. Dedicated to achieving goals and objectives through consistent effort.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
QA Technician
Red Table Foods
Edmonton
06.2023 - Current
- Experienced in utilizing Neutracoaster software effectively for enhanced work productivity.
- Verified and validated product and process.
- Assisted with R and D activities.
- Prepared deviation reports.
- Verified all necessary paperwork.
- Performed necessary product checks.
Quality Assurance Technician
Freshstone Brands
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Completing pre-operational inspections on production lines
- Conducting onsite analysis of products, including sensory analysis and inspection, to ensure adherence to standard specifications and formulations.
- Performed micro analysis on samples of all products manufactured during the shift.
- Conducted swabbing procedures for Listeria across various production lines
- Verified CCP monitoring records, production records, shipping and receiving records, sanitation records, and pre-shipment records
- Assisted QA Team in HACCP reassessment activities.
- Working with the CFIA Team
- Conducted various tests on incoming raw materials and finished products
- Conducted various scientific measurements including pH, titrations, micro sampling, viscosity determinations, and temperature readings.
- Plated samples of fresh, frozen, and salad items for micro analysis purposes
- Reading the plates after the calculated time and performing product release
- Maintained accurate records of lab inventory.
Quality Assurance Technician
FGF Brands.
09.2020 - 10.2022
- Prepared KPI reports and performed CAPA
- Conducted root cause analysis for deviations, non-conforming products, and consumer complaints
- Perform verification of HACCP form1, Bake settings, VQS (Visual Quality Specification) and temperature log verification
- Participated in internal audit and BRCG audit preparations.
- Performed traceability during internal audits and compiled audit reports.
- Conducted regular Quality / Food Safety Training sessions for staff members
- Developed and updated SOPs to enhance food safety procedures.
- Participated in daily QA meetings with Senior management and prepared meeting minutes.
- Verified Shipping/Receiving procedures and incoming materials
- Prepared COC for environmental swabbing samples
- Executed daily G/P, Weekly G/P, monthly G/P and Quarterly G/P procedures
- Verified proper functioning of testing equipment including thermometers and scales
- Implemented Hold procedures for suspect product evaluations and testing.
- Performed scale, UV light, thermometer, and luminometer verifications
- Conducted verification of Orkin binder.
- Demonstrated proficiency in metal detector calibration and ATP machine calibration.
Quality Control Technician/Quality Assurance
Sunco Foods
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Conduct aflatoxin testing to inspect incoming raw materials chemically
- Conducted color testing, aflatoxin testing, salt testing, penetro testing, and grind testing for in-process and finished products
- Monitored certificate of analysis upon receipt of raw materials and reviewed paperwork.
- Performed environmental swabbing, including zone swabbing, air monitoring and drain swabbing.
- Reported process deviations, product failures and implemented necessary corrective actions
- Assisted PCQI and HACCP team.
Senior Research Fellow
Punjab Agricultural University Ludhiana, India
03.2016 - 03.2017
- Project: “Hybrid technology for higher productivity in selected field and horticultural crops (Pigeon Pea -Component) ICAR-98 (PC-2341)
- Quality Control technician
- Quality control lab in pulses department (Punjab Agricultural University)
Education
Graduate Certificate on Process Quality Engineering, Lean Six Sigma, Quality Strategy and Value Creation, Quality Planning, Customer Supplier Relationship, Applied Statistical Techniques, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis, Minitab Lab -
Conestoga College
ON, Canada12.2018
Graduate Certificate on Food Safety and Quality Assurance, Principles of Food Safety and Quality Assurance, Food Chemistry, Food Microbiology, Quality Assurance Management Systems, Cleaning and Sanitation, Food Safety Applications in the Processing Environment, Food Safety Management Systems and Traceability, Food Safety Project, Canadian and International Food Safety Law and Regulations -
Conestoga College
ON, Canada05.2018
Master of Science in Biotechnology -
Punjab Agricultural University
Ludhiana, India05.2015
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology (Hons.) -
Punjab Agricultural University
Ludhiana, India05.2013
Skills
- Extensive knowledge in the fields of food science (FSEP), Quality Management System, Project Management, SQF, Food Safety, CFIA, BRCG, GFSI, FDA, FSMA
- Excellent understanding of methods and techniques used in food industry, including microbiological, product development, swabbing techniques, HACCP, Pest Control, Allergen Control, developing, writing and implementing SOP’s (Standard operating procedure), GMP’s and ATP testing
- Proficient in doing product sampling and 3M plating
- Proficient in doing environmental swabbing
- Proficient knowledge on PFMEA, QMS, 5S, Kaizen, mistake proofing techniques, MS Office suite, data collection methods, quality testing, documentation & presentation skills and root cause analysis
- Knowledge in implementing lean six sigma tools, quality strategies and auditing documentation
- Knowledge of verification and validation techniques in food industry
- Knowledge of IQMS software, OMS software, PTL, Minitab, Just Foods and SAP
- Expertise in analytical thinking and proficient communication skills
- Possess strong teamwork dynamics and interpersonal skills
Publications/certifications
- HACCP System Development and implementation certification. (FTC Food Technology Consulting)
- Certification in GMP & Canadian Certified HACCP Professional Designation (CCHP). One year credit transfer towards the experience requirements for the Canadian certified HACCP professional designation.
- Published research paper named: InSilico Identification and Validation of Potential microRNAs in Kinnow Mandarin (Citrus Reticulata Blanco). Interdisciplinary Science and Computational Life Science 2017.
References
Available Upon Request
Projects
Master’s thesis Project: “ISOLATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF ALPHA-AMYLASE GENE FROM GERMINATING SEEDS OF WHEAT (Triticum aestivum L.)" Bachelor’s In-house project training : “In Silico Identification and Validation of Potential microRNAs in Kinnow Mandarin (Citrus reticulata Blanco)”. (6 months)
Timeline
QA Technician
Red Table Foods
06.2023 - Current
Quality Assurance Technician
Freshstone Brands
11.2022 - 05.2023
Quality Assurance Technician
FGF Brands.
09.2020 - 10.2022
Quality Control Technician/Quality Assurance
Sunco Foods
02.2019 - 01.2020
Senior Research Fellow
Punjab Agricultural University Ludhiana, India
03.2016 - 03.2017
Graduate Certificate on Process Quality Engineering, Lean Six Sigma, Quality Strategy and Value Creation, Quality Planning, Customer Supplier Relationship, Applied Statistical Techniques, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis, Minitab Lab -
Conestoga College
Graduate Certificate on Food Safety and Quality Assurance, Principles of Food Safety and Quality Assurance, Food Chemistry, Food Microbiology, Quality Assurance Management Systems, Cleaning and Sanitation, Food Safety Applications in the Processing Environment, Food Safety Management Systems and Traceability, Food Safety Project, Canadian and International Food Safety Law and Regulations -
Conestoga College
Master of Science in Biotechnology -
Punjab Agricultural University
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology (Hons.) -
Punjab Agricultural University
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