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AISHWARYA SASRTY

Ballarat,VIC

Summary

Driven Quality Assurance Food Technologist with proven expertise in food quality assessments and a continuous improvement mindset, honed at Sensate and One Harvest, Vegco. Demonstrated success in developing quality assurance protocols and enhancing food safety standards. Known for an excellent work ethic and a responsible approach to achieving significant quality advancements and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel in food industry where I can utilize my skills, previous experiences and acquired knowledge.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Assurance Food Technologist

Sensate
04.2024 - Current
  • Work closely with product development teams during projects to develop flavour and to ensure that new flavor formulations meet quality and safety standards.
  • Participate in sensory evaluation panels to assess the flavor profile, aroma, and overall acceptability of products.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by closely monitoring production processes and implementing necessary adjustments.
  • Ensure at all times that the products and services provided to the customer are in compliance with Sensate Food Safety and Quality Management System (BRC).
  • Develop and implement quality assurance protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent product quality.
  • Maintain detailed records of testing, inspections, and audits to ensure traceability and compliance with regulations.
  • Back up and support to the QC team where needed to make sure incoming ingredients, outgoing products are checked, tested and approved for use in production to meet customer order delivery requirements.
  • Perform hazard analysis and risk assessments to identify potential risks in the production process. Implement and monitor preventive measures to mitigate identified risks.
  • Develop and conduct training programs on quality assurance principles and practices.
  • Conduct regular internal quality audits to identify areas for improvement.
  • Handle customer complaints related to product quality, conduct investigations, and implement corrective actions.

Quality Assurance Senior Food Safety Technician

ONE HARVEST, VEGCO
09.2022 - 03.2024

· Assist with managing the team to ensure compliance activities are conducted as per standard of work, meeting (OH) food safety management system (FSMS).

· Identify non-compliances, complete root cause analysis (using the 5 whys) in conjunction with operations to determine appropriate corrective actions.

· Other projects as required such as represent the technical function in NPD trials and continuous improvement project work, collate data, support audits, advise and report.

· Assist with coaching and managing the technical team providing development opportunities to increase skills.

· Complete standard of work activities to drive continuous food safety and quality improvements

· Develop a thorough understanding of the various materials and process specifications (raw materials, product compositions and cut sizes and packaging parameters etc.)

· Work with managers to clearly define the objectives and scope of the audit. Ensure everyone understands the purpose and what needs to be achieved to maintain compliance with:

a. 3rd Party Certification Standards (e.g. BRC, Coles)

b. In house GMP standards and food safety guidelines.

Quality Assurance Food Safety Technician

ONE HARVEST,VEGCO
04.2021 - 08.2022

· Assisting in implementation of new product development trials and creating product specification.

· Completing new product packaging label reviews and annual label reviews for existing products.

· Conducting analytical, shelf- life, and organoleptic assessments for color, texture, taste, aroma, and external Nutrition panel testing on various products within the industry.

· Analyzing and ensuring analytically tested nutrition information panel falls within the tolerance levels.

· Perform product and process assessments and advise solutions for processing, packing and for quality issues.

· Drive continuous improvement through review of raw material, products, and processes

· Conducting quality control checks along the manufacturing line and engage in systematic approach in identifying quality/food safety concerns and provide dynamic solutions which involves utilizing technical knowledge around manufacturing, quality assurance processes and standards such as HACCP, TACCP, VACCP and BRC.

· Monitoring ongoing quality issues to highlight trends and use these statistics to create useful reports to identify frequent problems to develop preventive solutions for future issues and involved in coordinating investigation on customer/ consumer complaints.

· Analyzing and conducting process trials to develop shelf-life and processes and testing the reliability of outcomes under different conditions.

· Developing quality control procedures and monitoring safety and quality standards for the manufacture of food products.

· Conducting internal audits and assist with verifications and validations.

· Identify non-compliances, complete root cause analysis (using the 5 whys) in conjunction with operations to determine appropriate corrective actions.

· Conduct raw material assessment, work in process and finished product assessment daily for large production volume.

· Collaborating with operations to identify non-conformances, establish and implement corrective actions andpreventive measures.

· Conducting microbiological and chemical tests within the industry as per One Harvest’s food safety management system.

Operations Officer

State Bank Of India, SBI
01.2021 - 04.2021


  • Assisting a customer in completing application forms for opening Non-Resident Indian (NRI) and Non-Resident Ordinary (NRO) accounts involves guiding them through the required documentation, explaining the purpose of each form, and ensuring that all information is accurately filled out.
  • Provided excellent customer care to maintain and improve customer relations, strengthen loyalty and increase product and service sales.
  • Ensure all money transfer transactions are processed accurately and promptly, from initiation to completion.
  • Verify and approve transactions, ensuring they meet internal and regulatory standards.
  • Provide high-quality customer support for money transfer services. Resolve customer inquiries and issues promptly and efficiently.

Quality Assurance Microbiology Intern

ITC Life Science & Technology Centre
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Determined overall product quality by accurately conducting and evaluating various QA tests.
  • Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Tested new, alternative raw materials through analysis, sourcing, and trials.

Food Quality Assurance Intern

BAMUL- Bangalore Dairy Production
06.2017 - 07.2017
  • · Determined overall product quality by accurately conducting and evaluating various QA tests.
  • · Inspected, verified, and documented quantifiable characteristics of finished goods, comparing against customer specifications and company quality standards to achieve acceptable product.
  • · Routinely tested products to align temperature, specifications and ingredient levels with best practices and quality standards.
  • · Developed skills on the quality checks performed on the incoming milk and further on how the decision is made to check the quality and accept or reject the incoming raw milk.
  • · Inspected production of various products and learnt the necessary techniques involved. I also developed knowledge on the packing techniques of milk and milk products.

Education

Master of Science - Food Sciences And Technology

RMIT University
Bundoora, VIC
12.2020

Bachelor's of Engineering - Biotechnology

BMS College of Engineering
Bengaluru, India
06.2018

Skills

  • Quality assurance support
  • Food quality assessments
  • Quality assurance tests
  • Packaging and labelling knowledge
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Responsible
  • Critical thinking and Continuous Improvement Mindset

Certification

  • Internal Auditing
  • HACCP

Timeline

Quality Assurance Food Technologist

Sensate
04.2024 - Current

Quality Assurance Senior Food Safety Technician

ONE HARVEST, VEGCO
09.2022 - 03.2024

Quality Assurance Food Safety Technician

ONE HARVEST,VEGCO
04.2021 - 08.2022

Operations Officer

State Bank Of India, SBI
01.2021 - 04.2021

Quality Assurance Microbiology Intern

ITC Life Science & Technology Centre
09.2019 - 12.2019

Food Quality Assurance Intern

BAMUL- Bangalore Dairy Production
06.2017 - 07.2017

Master of Science - Food Sciences And Technology

RMIT University

Bachelor's of Engineering - Biotechnology

BMS College of Engineering
AISHWARYA SASRTY