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Oluwakemi Taylor

Oshawa,ON

Summary

Innovative Quality and Food safety expert offering over 5years of positive industry experience. Well-versed in quality monitoring, food product formulation and HAACP to drive Food safety in other to foster a good and healthy products for the final consumer.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Safety Manager

Nigerian Bottling Company
08.2022 - 01.2024
  • Identified non-conforming food products and led four sessions of decision-making process for disposition based on risk to food safety and quality.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of industry best practices regarding labeling and packaging.
  • Passed the Food Safety Management Systems Audit ( FSSC 22000 VS 5.1) without any finding.
  • Mandated compliance to regulatory, customer and corporate standards and led and participated in food safety audits.
  • Proficient in multitasking and time management skills.
  • Technical understanding of juices and application of Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Warehouse Practices and cleaning procedures.
  • Understanding of CIP procedures with relevant concentration testing.
  • Ability to implement nonconforming product and material procedures and protocols.

Microbiology Laboratory Technician

Nigerian Bottling Company
08.2018 - 08.2022
  • Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
  • Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
  • Ability to perform all test procedures as described standard operating procedures.
  • Sampling of products for testing and conformance to specifications for ingredients and finished product line checks.
  • Sample and inspect for conformance of incoming and packaging materials.
  • Microbiological sampling, plating, reading, and SAP releasing procedures.
  • Data interpretation of water and finished products.
  • Proper sample collection and retaining procedures.
  • Ability to make calculations and recommendations for batch adjustments.
  • Routine maintenance, cleaning and troubleshooting of lab equipment.
  • Calibration and verification of lab testing equipment.
  • Monitor process parameters and report issues to Line Manager.
  • Preparation of analytical data in complete, precise, and professional manner.
  • Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
  • Maintained Laboratory according to Good Laboratory Practices.
  • Technical understanding of safe handling of chemicals and spill procedures.
  • Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.

Quality Assurance Technician

Fan Milk PLC
01.2018 - 07.2018
  • Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
  • Analyzed test data to determine performance and reliability of materials
  • Understand protocols and procedures required for controlling allergens.
  • Met quality assurance financial objectives by estimating requirements, preparing budgets, scheduling expenditures and analyzing variances.
  • Monitored product standards and quality-control programs.
  • Educated employees on specific QA standards and confirmed maintenance of standards.
  • Routinely tested products to align temperature, specifications, and ingredient levels with best practices and quality standards.
  • Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Nigeria
07.2013

Skills

    • Waste Management
    • Ingredient Sourcing
    • Equipment Calibration
    • Temperature Control
    • Regulatory Compliance
      • Compliance Monitoring
      • Written Communication
      • Cost Optimization
      • Teamwork and Collaboration
      • Decision-Making

Timeline

Food Safety Manager

Nigerian Bottling Company
08.2022 - 01.2024

Microbiology Laboratory Technician

Nigerian Bottling Company
08.2018 - 08.2022

Quality Assurance Technician

Fan Milk PLC
01.2018 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Science -

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Oluwakemi Taylor