Vaishnav Shaji

Master of Food Science student at Western Sydney University with practical experience in dairy manufacturing, food quality control and food safety. Currently working in Quality Control at Newly Weds Foods through Evolve Scientific with previous supervisory experience in dairy processing. Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, quality documentation, pH testing, packaging verification and continuous improvement. Adaptable, detail-oriented and committed to delivering safe, high-quality food products.

Quality Control Assistant at Newly Weds Foods (2025-12 – Present)

Via Evolve Scientific

• Perform routine quality inspections on food products and ingredients.
• Record inspection findings and maintain accurate quality documentation.
• Use pH meter during quality verification where required.
• Support HACCP, GMP and food safety compliance.
• Report quality concerns to supervisors and assist with corrective actions.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organised work areas.

Food Service Team Member at KFC Australia (2025-08 – 2025-12)

• Maintained food safety and hygiene standards.
• Completed temperature and product quality checks.
• Followed SOPs in a fast-paced environment.
• Worked collaboratively to achieve service and quality targets.

Production Supervisor & Quality Control at Elanadu Milk (2024-06 – 2025-05)

• Supervised dairy production operations and quality activities.
• Assisted with basic microbiological sample preparation and TPC/coliform testing under supervision.
• Performed pH testing and in-process quality inspections.
• Verified packaging, coding, weight and product quality before release.
• Maintained quality records and supported HACCP, GMP and CAPA activities.

Master of Food Science in Food Science – Western Sydney University

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry