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RUTWINDER KAUR

Melbourne

Summary

Highly skilled Microbiologist Technician with experience in bacterial culture techniques, laboratory testing and analysis. Possess exceptional analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and adeptness in using advanced lab equipment to accurately interpret test results. Proactive Quality Assurance Specialist with extensive experience in the food manufacturing industry. Skilled in ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and industry standards such as HACCP, GMP.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

Microbiologist

Fortis Hospital
  • Company Overview: Delhi
  • Samples: Receive and process patient specimens, such as blood, urine, swabs, and tissues, ensuring proper collection and labelling
  • Media Preparation for Culturing Bacteria: Prepared various types of growth media to cultivate and isolate bacteria from clinical samples, ensuring the media were sterile and suitable for the specific microorganisms being studied
  • Streak Plating: Performed streak plating techniques to isolate pure colonies of bacteria from mixed cultures, aiding in the identification and study of specific bacterial strains
  • AFB Staining: Conducted Acid-Fast Bacillus (AFB) staining to identify mycobacteria, such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis, in patient samples, contributing to the diagnosis of tuberculosis and other mycobacterial infections
  • Pour Plating: Utilized pour plating methods to quantify bacterial colonies in samples, ensuring accurate enumeration and analysis of microbial load
  • PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction): Carried out PCR techniques to amplify and detect specific DNA sequences, facilitating the identification of pathogens and genetic analysis
  • ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay): Performed ELISA tests to detect and quantify antibodies, antigens, and other substances in patient samples, aiding in the diagnosis of various infectious diseases
  • DNA Purification: Extracted and purified DNA from clinical samples for subsequent molecular analysis, ensuring high-quality genetic material for testing
  • Serology: Conducted serological tests to detect the presence of antibodies or antigens in blood samples, providing crucial information for diagnosing infectious diseases such as HIV, hepatitis
  • Preparing Slides from Cultured Bacteria: Prepared microscopic slides from cultured bacteria obtained from patient samples, stained them appropriately, and examined them under a microscope to identify the microorganisms responsible for diseases
  • Titration: Performed titration techniques to determine the concentration of specific substances in samples, ensuring precise measurements for various analyses
  • Documentation: Maintained detailed records of all laboratory procedures, test results, and observations, ensuring accurate and comprehensive documentation for future reference and compliance with regulatory standards and report findings to healthcare providers, contributing to patient diagnosis and treatment decisions
  • Taking Samples from Soil and Food: Collected and analyzed samples from soil and food to identify and study microorganisms, contributing to environmental and food safety assessments
  • Delhi

Quality Assurance

Kitchen Food Company
11.2022 - Current
  • Ensure compliance with relevant food safety regulations and industry standards, such as HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and ISO standards
  • Conduct regular inspections of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure they meet established quality standards
  • Verify that product labels and packaging meet regulatory requirements, including ingredient listings, allergen statements, and nutritional information
  • Completed and maintained all necessary paperwork for each product daily, ensuring accurate record-keeping and traceability
  • Provide training to production staff and other team members on quality control procedures and standards
  • Monitor and evaluate manufacturing processes to identify potential areas of improvement and ensure consistency in product quality
  • Promptly informed the Quality Control Manager of any unexpected quality issues with raw materials, packaging, or labeling to ensure quick corrective action and compliance with the standards of major clients
  • Actively participated in audits for major clients, including Coles, Seven Eleven, and Aldi, contributing to successful compliance reviews and customer satisfaction

Customer Service

Australia Post
06.2024 - Current
  • Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with parcel collection, handling both domestic and international parcel lodgments, and processing returns to ensure seamless transactions
  • Supported financial services at the counter, including handling cash deposits, cash-outs, and advising customers on money transfer procedures
  • Managed the Tatts Lotto terminal, selling and processing lottery tickets in compliance with regulatory standards
  • Organized incoming and outgoing parcels efficiently by scanning undelivered items upon arrival, labeling, and placing them in the appropriate sections for collection or redelivery
  • Contributed to the daily operations and overall organization of the post office, maintaining a clean and orderly environment to optimize customer experience and workflow efficiency

Warehouse Picker and Packer

Catch of the Day
09.2022 - Current
  • Use handheld scanners, pick lists, or order management systems to identify and locate the products in the warehouse
  • Inspect picked items for quality, accuracy, and any damage
  • Report damaged or incorrect items to a supervisor
  • Work efficiently to meet productivity targets and deadlines for order fulfillment
  • Picked up heavy objects using proper lifting techniques to avoid personal injuries and transfer to appropriate areas
  • Packaged fragile items with protective padding to prevent damages during shipments
  • Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods

Customer Service

Boost Juice
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Prepared smoothies, shakes, and fresh juice
  • Served customers at the front desk
  • Cash handling and till at opening and closing of the store
  • General cleaning of the store

Warehouse Production Worker

VIC Kitchen Food Company
07.2022 - 11.2022
  • Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations
  • Kept shelves, workstations, and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain a safe work environment
  • Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedules
  • Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand
  • Filed requisitions for out-of-stock items and supplies
  • Monitored production line, watching for pileups or jams

Education

Master of Science - Biotechnology and Bioinformatics

La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC

Bachelors (Hons) - Microbiology

Delhi University

Skills

  • Statistical analysis of biological and chemical data
  • Data mining for large biological datasets
  • Basic coding skills (Python, R)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, MATLAB, and bioinformatics software (eg, BLAST)
  • Microbial Identification
  • Pathogen detection
  • Quality Control Procedures
  • Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing
  • Good laboratory practices
  • Proficient in PCR
  • Cytoplasmic protein extraction
  • Gel Electrophoresis

Certification

Manual Handling Certificate

Software

R studio

Python

Timeline

Customer Service

Australia Post
06.2024 - Current

Customer Service

Boost Juice
02.2024 - 08.2024

Quality Assurance

Kitchen Food Company
11.2022 - Current

Warehouse Picker and Packer

Catch of the Day
09.2022 - Current

Warehouse Production Worker

VIC Kitchen Food Company
07.2022 - 11.2022

Microbiologist

Fortis Hospital

Bachelors (Hons) - Microbiology

Delhi University

Master of Science - Biotechnology and Bioinformatics

La Trobe University
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