Ersha Mohan
Preston,VIC
Summary
Recent graduate of Food Science and Technologist with a solid foundation of knowledge and practical experience gained through academic projects and internships. Equipped with full working rights and a valid Victorian driver's license, ready to contribute effectively as part of a team. Strong problem-solving, time-management, and teamwork skills, prepared to embark on a career journey and make valuable contributions with dedication and determination.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
RETAIL TEAM MEMBER (FRESH PRODUCE)
COLES BULLEEN
2022.11 - Current
- Contributed to the retail team by efficiently managing shelf stocking, markdowns, thawback procedures, and gap-scanning while enhancing customer service skills through positive interactions with customers.
INTERN (RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT)
PET PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT & SERVICES
2024.04 - 2024.07
- Helped to develop new products and optimize existing product formulations, assisted in carrying out factory trials
- Conducted oven validation and worked on an ongoing project to improve production efficiency by identifying points of product wastage
- Assisted with QA tests, and in the collection, recording, and analysis of data as per HACCP standards.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
CAFÉ ALL ROUNDER
UNITED PETROLEUM, GLENBURN
2022.06 - 2022.11
- Gained valuable experience in coffee-making, food preparation, customer service, and stock management in a demanding and fast-paced environment
- Also assisted in kitchen operations.
EXTENSION TRAINING, DAIRY EXTENSION SERVICE UNIT (DAIRY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT)
2021.10 - 2021.12
- Supported initiatives to improve the quality of life for smallholder dairy farmers
- Acquired communication skills and received training in bookkeeping and administrative tasks, enabling the provision of essential business advice to farmers.
FARM TRAINING, UNIVERSITY LIVESTOCK FARM
2021.09 - 2021.10
- Participated in routine farm activities, including supervising workers, maintaining records, and contributing to fodder cultivation.
IN-PLANT TRAINING, MILMA THIRUVANANTHAPURAM DAIRY
2021.03 - 2021.07
- Attained hands-on experience in milk and dairy product manufacturing, operating processing machinery, and learned about pipeline management
- Utilized Excel for bookkeeping tasks
- Received specialized training in quality assurance procedures and excelled in diverse roles, including formulation and blending of various ice-cream flavours.
Education
MASTER OF FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY -
ROYAL MELBOURNE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
07.2024
BACHELOR OF DAIRY TECHNOLOGY -
KERALA VETERINARY AND ANIMAL SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
02.2022
Skills
- New product development
- Product formula optimization
- Quality control and assurance
- Sensory analysis
- Computer skills
- Problem solving
- HACCP
- Interpersonal skills
- Team player
- Fluent in four languages
- Reliability and punctuality
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Packaging and labeling knowledge
- Shelf Life Optimization
- Allergen Control Procedures
Languages
English
Hindi
Tamil
Malayalam
Activities
- Volunteered for Kerala Government's disaster management authority (Samoohika Sannadha Sena) during the Covid-19 pandemic.
- College Student Union Magazine Editor 2019 - 2020
- College Speakers' Club Member 2017 - 2022
- Participated in Kerala Professional Students' Summit, 2019
- Participated in the 'Catalyst' leadership camp conducted by KVASU Union, 2019
References
- Peter Torley, 03 9925 5095, peter.torley@rmit.edu.au
- Shehani De Silva, 03 9303 7862, sdesilva@ppds.net.au
- Penny Howard, 0417 553 530
Timeline
INTERN (RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT)
PET PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT & SERVICES
2024.04 - 2024.07
RETAIL TEAM MEMBER (FRESH PRODUCE)
COLES BULLEEN
2022.11 - Current
CAFÉ ALL ROUNDER
UNITED PETROLEUM, GLENBURN
2022.06 - 2022.11
EXTENSION TRAINING, DAIRY EXTENSION SERVICE UNIT (DAIRY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT)
2021.10 - 2021.12
FARM TRAINING, UNIVERSITY LIVESTOCK FARM
2021.09 - 2021.10
IN-PLANT TRAINING, MILMA THIRUVANANTHAPURAM DAIRY
2021.03 - 2021.07
MASTER OF FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY -
ROYAL MELBOURNE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
BACHELOR OF DAIRY TECHNOLOGY -
KERALA VETERINARY AND ANIMAL SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
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