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ASHA KRISHNAKRIPA

Thronton

Summary

Biotechnology graduate with a strong foundation in microbiology and molecular biology. Extensive experience in food safety and quality assurance, including conducting internal and external audits, managing HACCP and GMP systems, and ensuring compliance with major retailers such as Coles, Woolworths, ALDI,SQF and YUM. Skilled at identifying non-conformances, implementing corrective and preventive actions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams across production, suppliers, and sales to uphold the highest standards of food safety and product quality. Experience includes animal welfare monitoring, risk assessments, and comprehensive product testing within the poultry industry. Passionate about contributing skills and dedication to deliver safe, high-quality products to consumers.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Assurance Officer

Baiada
11.2023 - Current
  • Performed internal audits for food safety, quality, supplier compliance, and product development against HACCP and GMP standards; identified non-conformances and drove timely corrective actions. Supported external audits for Coles, Woolworths, ALDI, KFC, and the NSW Food Authority, ensuring full compliance and alignment with audit standard.
  • Conducted regular animal welfare inspections and constant monitoring of animal welfare procedures; collaborated with supervisors and team leaders to address issues, raised non-conformances with respective farms, and ensured timely corrective and preventative actions with root cause analysis to resolve and prevent recurrence.
  • Developed, implemented, and regularly reviewed HACCP plans to identify and control critical control points, conduct hazard analysis, monitor food safety risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory and customer standards throughout the production process.
  • Communicated with Distribution, Marketing, and Sales teams to follow up on customer complaints from clients such as Coles, Woolworths, KFC, and ALDI, ensuring timely resolution. Supervise and coordinate the work of junior staff, identify training needs, and provide guidance to maintain performance and motivation.
  • Reviewed and approved product specifications calculated Nutritional Information Panels (NIP) and developed compliant health claims such as “High Protein” and “Source of Fibre” for fresh and value-added chicken and turkey products.
  • Performed product inspections and testing for chemical composition, microbiological parameters, and shelf-life studies study of the food products by assessing chemical and microbial parameters such as pH, acidity regulator and bacterial count e. g. Yeast, Mould, and pathogenic count (Salmonella, Campylobacter, E. coli.) and analyzed results against FSANZ standards and research data to ensure product safety and regulatory compliance.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments for allergens and supplier raw materials to identify potential hazards, ensure compliance with food safety standards, and implement control measures to mitigate risks.
  • Develop, design, plan, and perform experiments on ingredient dosage forms, focusing on stability, process optimization, and scale-up. Enhance manufacturing and preservation methods—such as optimizing blast freezer storage of breast meat—which resulted in improved shelf life and product quality. Coordinate poultry processing and advise staff on key food safety controls, including pH, temperature, chlorine levels, packaging, storage, and delivery practice.

Education

Master of Science - Biotechnology

University of Queensland

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Bharathiyar University

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft suite
  • Expertise in Oracle PLM, ELO, Ceder Creek
  • Proficient in I-Leader, Nutritics, FSANZ panel calculator
  • Skilled in molecular techniques such as PCR, Sanger sequencing, and DNA analysis
  • In-depth knowledge of Quality and food safety regulatory requirements-NSW Food Authority
  • Advance knowledge in GMP, SQF, HACCP, WW, ALDI AND YUM requirements
  • Data analysis and interpretation of microbiological results
  • Auditing and compliance with food safety standards (SQF, HACCP, GMP)

Training

  • HACCP (Food Safety) Auditor- BSI Training Academy
  • Internal Auditor ISO 19011:2018- BSI Training Academy

Timeline

Quality Assurance Officer

Baiada
11.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Bharathiyar University

Master of Science - Biotechnology

University of Queensland

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