Radia Kaouane

University education in food technology and food safety, and in microbiology. Extensive experience in the agri-food industry with meat products and non-meat products, including exports to the USA and other countries. Strong knowledge of HACCP and SQF standards. Proficient in the analysis and interpretation of microbiological results.

Food Safety Technician - Maitre Saladier (Groupe St-Hubert)

(2022-01 - 2026-12)

• Design, implement, maintain, and continuously improve the HACCP and SQF program in accordance with regulatory, normative, and customer requirements
• Ensure the application and effectiveness of HACCP and SQF controls through document reviews, field inspections, and monitoring activities
• Carry out validations and reassessments of the HACCP and SQF program
• Manage quality system documentation and prepare for certification audits
• Conduct internal audits, follow up on corrective/preventive measures, and validate their effectiveness
• Actively participate in resolving quality and food safety issues
• Support and contribute to the smooth execution of traceability and labelling activities
• Prepare and present quality system performance indicators during management reviews
• Respond to corrective action requests issued by the CFIA, customers, or external audits
• Represent the company before regulatory authorities and during certification audits
• Apply continuous improvement tools to reduce non-conformances and ensure compliance with HACCP, SQF, and applicable regulations

Quality Assurance Technician - Maitre Saladier (Groupe St-Hubert)

(2022-01 - 2022-12)

Quality Assurance Technician - Maple Leaf Foods (produits alimentaires Viau) - Laval

(2019-01 - 2022-12)

Quality Assurance Technician - Maple Leaf Foods (Parma) - Laval

(2018-01 - 2019-12)

Quality Assurance Technician (internship) - Viandes Décarie, Division de Colabor / Viandes Lauzon, Division de Colabor - Montréal

(2017-01 - 2017-12)

Reassessment of the HACCP system at Viandes Décarie

Early Childhood Educator - Garderie Univers de la paix - Montréal

(2013-01 - 2015-12)

Biochemistry Laboratory Technician - Laboratoire d'analyse médicale

(2010-01 - 2010-12)

Practical internship in a medical analysis laboratory

Certificate - Food Technology and Food Safety - Université de Montréal (2016-01 - 2017-12)

Bachelor's Degree - Microbiology - Université de Montréal (2011-12)

Vocational Training - Early Childhood Education - Centre Accès Emploi Inc. (2013-01 - 2013-12) Montréal