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Mariyam Usmani

Mariyam Usmani

Melbourne,Australia

Summary

A committed, proactive, analytical food technologist and Quality assurance specialist with strong understanding and knowledge of food development and testing, food safety and hygiene, QA & quality control processes. I am a dedicated team player skilled in calibrating equipment, conducting food testing, documenting QA records, and allergen management. Knowledgeable in HACCP and SQF codes and standards. A keen eye for identifying areas of improvement and ensuring quality compliance. Ability to deliver under pressure while managing multiple priorities. Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

QA Manager

Phillippa's Bakery
Melbourne, Vic
06.2022 - 04.2024
  • Exclusively upholding the HACCP certification for the organisation, as well as ensuring the maintenance of food safety and quality standards at Phillippa's
  • Ensuring a safe working environment for all Phillippa's employees and contractors on site, consistently meeting Victorian Worksafe legislation requirements
  • Conducted comprehensive internal audits and implemented corrective actions, leading to improved compliance with HACCP and ISO 22000:2018 standards
  • Actively participating in the induction, training, and development of a stable workforce to consistently achieve DIFOTTS for both external and internal customers
  • Managing strict compliance with Phillippa's Product Specifications
  • Adherence to Phillippa's HACCP plan and Standard Operating Procedures
  • Maintaining comprehensive records and documentation
  • Reviewed established policies and procedures, making necessary amendments for continuous improvement
  • Active involvement as a member of the HACCP Committee, OHS Committee, and regular attendance at Operational meetings, contributing to strategic discussions and decision-making processes.

QA Technologist

Sun Health Foods (Gluten free)
Melbourne, Vic
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Ensured that Internal HACCP requirements along with SQF requirements on Food safety, quality, product, and process are effectively managed and maintained
  • Monitored all critical, quality and regularity control points within the production lines for all products being manufactured
  • Undertaken regular walks through manufacturing sites and set GMP expectations amongst production team members
  • Liaised with the production and warehousing staff to ensure quality issues are addressed and preventative actions are followed
  • Conducted Pre-operational checks
  • Maintained the microbiological sampling and monitoring program
  • Investigated customer complaints and non-conformances
  • Conducted GMP Audits
  • Conducted internal audits
  • Maintained Approved Supplier Program
  • Performed protein residue testing, water sampling, air sampling, swab tests, water activity tests and PH testings
  • Batch matching with CoFA's
  • Maintained QA records and production paperwork
  • Worked closely with the NPD and QA manager to develop new recipes and to ensure food safety and quality standards have met and maintained
  • Did Environmental monitoring and testing
  • Wrote monthly reports, meeting minutes, and maintaining other relevant documentations
  • Reporting to manager

QA Intern

I Am Company (Dairy)
08.2021 - 01.2022
  • Contributed to the implementation of SQF
  • Managed internal HACCP and SQF requirements for effective control of food safety, quality, and production processes
  • Developed NIPs for multiple food products and conducted sensory analysis for Yog'n Oat flavors
  • Conducted comprehensive food testing, including allergen testing, water and air sampling, swab tests, and pH testing
  • Led GMP and internal audits, gaining experience in SQF external audits
  • Collaborated closely with NPD & Quality Assurance Manager to uphold food safety and quality standards in production
  • Maintained ongoing company compliance with regulations, including documentation, SOPs, protocols, and policies.

Education

Diploma in Food Science and Technology -

William Angliss Institute, Australia

BSc Microbiology -

Jinnah University for Women, Pakistan

Skills

  • Food Science
  • Quality Mnagement
  • Food Development
  • Food Safety
  • Sensory Evaluation
  • Food Quality Assurance
  • Food Labeling
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Good communication and writing skills
  • HACCP Plan development
  • Internal audit
  • Report Writing and Presentation
  • Sound knowledge of SQF code, HACCP and FSANZ
  • MS Office
  • MS Excel
  • Good Interpersonal skills
  • Multi-tasking
  • ISO 22000: 2018

References

Available upon request

Selectedhighlights

  • Attained a perfect score of 100% in the HACCP audit with zero nonconformances in the last audit.
  • Updated labels of 100 plus products to align with the PEAL allergen labelling regulations within two weeks.

Certification

BRCGS Internal Auditor

Feb’24

BRCGS Global standards for food safety issue 9

Jan’24

Principles and Applications of HACCP Certificate

FBPAUD4004 Identify, evaluate and control food safety hazards

FBPFSY3002 Participate in a HACCP team

Business Foundation Specialisation Certificate

Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania, Online

Jul’21 – On-going

Studying Business Foundation covering Marketing, Finance, HR, and Operations Management.

Personal Information

Nationality: Australian

Languages

English, Urdu, Hindi

Timeline

QA Manager

Phillippa's Bakery
06.2022 - 04.2024

QA Technologist

Sun Health Foods (Gluten free)
01.2022 - 05.2022

QA Intern

I Am Company (Dairy)
08.2021 - 01.2022

Diploma in Food Science and Technology -

William Angliss Institute, Australia

BSc Microbiology -

Jinnah University for Women, Pakistan

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