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Nidhi Mevada

Pickering,ON

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented Food Microbiologist with 4 years of experience in microbiological testing, food safety, and quality assurance within the food manufacturing industry. Skilled in conducting microbiological analysis, ensuring compliance with HACCP, GMP, and FDA regulations, and implementing corrective actions to maintain product safety and quality.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Assurance Food Safety Technician

CT Bakery
Etobicoke, Ontario
01.2024 - Current
  • Perform quality checks on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure safety and quality standards compliance.
  • Monitor production lines for adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety regulations.
  • Conduct routine testing for contaminants, allergens, and microbiological agents.
  • Record and analyze test data, identifying trends or deviations from quality standards.
  • Collaborate with production and quality teams to resolve quality-related issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Assist in internal audits, ensuring compliance with HACCP, FDA, USDA, and ISO standards.
  • Maintain and calibrate lab equipment, ensuring all instruments are functioning correctly.
  • Organizing and filing all records/documents on time. Document NCRs and CAPAs and participate in the evaluation and Action Plan follow-up.
  • Ability to develop and deliver training programs to educate staff on food safety protocols and best practices.
  • Assist with the development and delivery of quality/food safety training for manufacturing and support teams.

Microbiology Laboratory Technician

Riverside Food
Cambridge, Ontario
12.2022 - 12.2023

Conduct routine microbiological tests on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure safety and quality standards compliance.

Perform environmental monitoring of production facilities, including air and surface testing, to ensure a sterile environment.

Analyze and document test results, ensuring that all reports are accurate, clear, and timely.

Collaborate with quality assurance teams to implement corrective actions when deviations from quality standards occur.

Conducted investigations of nonconforming products, assisted in root cause analysis, and participated in process improvement initiatives.

Ensure adherence to GMP, HACCP, and ISO standards through regular audits and inspections.

Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring all instruments are properly calibrated and in working order.

Quality Control Inspector

Zydus Cadila Pharmaceutical Company
Ahmedabad, India
08.2017 - 05.2020
  • Monitored testing procedure and verified performance of test according to established item specification and protocols
  • Inspected raw material and finished product to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements
  • Perform different testing to check quality of product like MLT, BET, EM, GPT and other testing
  • Knowledge in monthly calibration of pH meter, weigh balance and autoclave validation
  • Maintain Good laboratory environment and follow sanitation practice while entering in testing area
  • Comply with SOPs and GMPs at all time
  • Reviewed daily pre-op paperwork and assisted CFIA Inspector with their monthly audit
  • Participated in USFDA, FDA and local audits
  • Conducted monthly and daily sanitation inspections, including pre-operational inspections and post-operational inspections
  • Used work management system to report maintenance needs and performed related work as assigned

Education

High School Diploma - Fitness and Health Promotion

St. Clair College
Windsor, ON
04.2023

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

M.G. Science Institute
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
04.2017

Skills

Microbiological testing (eg, Water, environment, raw & finished product)

Knowledge of aseptic techniques and laboratory protocols

Proficient in using lab equipment (eg, autoclaves, incubators, microscopes)

Quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC)

Data analysis and report writing

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and ISO standards

Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)

Strong knowledge of FDA, CFIA, and USFDA regulations

Sterilization processes

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

Expertise in Microsoft team software (Excel, word, Power point

Volunteerworkandcertification

Lab Assist, 04/01/17, M.G. Science Institute, Involvement in different Lab experiments., Demonstrated techniques for isolating, separating, and identifying micro and macromolecules., Spent more than 80 hours as a Lab Volunteer., Gathered knowledge of Microbial Lab techniques by collaborating with Professor Dr. Ethan Paschos (PhD)., Pass USFDA & FDA audit with passed with zero error (401).

Availability

Full time (Ready to relocate)

Languages

English
Professional

Timeline

Quality Assurance Food Safety Technician

CT Bakery
01.2024 - Current

Microbiology Laboratory Technician

Riverside Food
12.2022 - 12.2023

Quality Control Inspector

Zydus Cadila Pharmaceutical Company
08.2017 - 05.2020

High School Diploma - Fitness and Health Promotion

St. Clair College

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

M.G. Science Institute
Nidhi Mevada