Ranjot Dhaliwal
Operations And Quality Control Supervisor
Summary
As a double Masters graduate in Agricultural and Environmental Engineering with professional experience in Quality Assurance and Farm Operations, I have a strong understanding of technical aspects of agricultural engineering and industry regulations. With experience in managing farm operations and leading teams, I possess a keen eye for detail. My passion for sustainable agriculture and interest in vertical farming, particularly with hydroponics, drives my interest in the potential of this innovative approach to food production. I am excited to contribute to a more sustainable and efficient food system.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Operations and Quality Assurance Supervisor
UP Vertical Farms
PITT MEADOWS, British Columbia
11.2022 - Current
- Successfully managed a team of 8-10 people to prepare the greenhouse for operations, overseeing training, compliance with regulatory requirements, and vendor coordination
- Created and implemented all necessary standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance with the Canada GAP requirements, leading to improved quality and regulatory compliance of the greenhouse products
- Worked closely with the R&D team to develop innovative blends, leading to an increase in product quality and customer satisfaction ratings.
Quality Assurance Technician
Naturally Homegrown Foods Ltd
Surrey, BC
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Monitored compliance to the Company's quality programs, including GMP, Food Safety, Sanitation, and Hygiene, to ensure that regulatory requirements were met
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Ensured S.O.P.'s and Finished Product Specifications were in line with established procedures and standards, leading to increased quality and consistency of the finished products
- Assisted in R&D projects, helping to develop new products and improve existing products, resulting in increased business revenue
- Conducted Corrective Action Reports when necessary, identifying and addressing issues in the production process to improve overall efficiency and quality
- Assisted in preparing for and getting SQF audit certification, ensuring the Company met the required regulatory standards and was certified for safe and quality food production.
- Achieved quality assurance operational objectives by preparing and implementing production, productivity and customer-service standards.
Quality Assurance Associate
Goodfood
Montreal, Québec
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Supported audit preparation through research, analysis and presentation development.
- Generated quality control reports for returned products to identify and communicate patterns.
- Assisted with independent internal and external audits.
- Assessed quality of finished products with careful inspections.
Senior Research Fellow
Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute
Punjab, India
04.2018 - 12.2018
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Engineering
Concordia University
Montreal, QC 01.2019 - 06.2021
Master's Degree - Agricultural Engineering
Punjab Agricultural University
06.2014 - 06.2017
Bachelor's degree - Agricultural Engineering
Punjab Agricultural University
01.2010 - 01.2014
Skills
Manufacturing
undefinedCertification
Allergen testing technical training
Timeline
Operations and Quality Assurance Supervisor
UP Vertical Farms
11.2022 - Current
Quality Assurance Technician
Naturally Homegrown Foods Ltd
02.2022 - 11.2022
Quality Assurance Associate
Goodfood
09.2019 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Environmental Engineering
Concordia University
01.2019 - 06.2021
Senior Research Fellow
Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute
04.2018 - 12.2018
Master's Degree - Agricultural Engineering
Punjab Agricultural University
06.2014 - 06.2017
Bachelor's degree - Agricultural Engineering
Punjab Agricultural University
01.2010 - 01.2014
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