Swetha Potru
Analytical Chemist and Quality Assurance Professional
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Analytical Chemist and Quality Assurance Professional with over 5 years of experience in food testing, laboratory analysis, method development, validation, and quality systems. Experienced in LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, ICP-MS/MS, HPLC, and UV-Vis instrumentation. Strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025:2017, laboratory audits, regulatory compliance, data review, and technical reporting. Seeking opportunities in Ireland within pharmaceutical, food testing, analytical, and quality assurance environments.
Experience
QA Officer at Olam Food Ingredients (OFI) (2024-01 – 2025-12)
- Supported quality assurance operations and compliance activities.
- Participated in customer and regulatory audits.
- Maintained laboratory documentation and quality records.
- Assisted CAPA and continuous improvement initiatives.
Scientist at First Source Laboratory Solutions LLP (2021-01 – 2022-11)
- Developed and validated analytical methods for pesticides, nitrosamines, extractables, leachables, and metals.
- Operated LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, and ICP-MS/MS systems.
- Prepared validation reports and technical documentation.
- Supported accreditation and customer audits.
Chemical Analyst at ITC ABD Spices Pvt. Ltd. (2017-07 – 2019-06)
- Conducted pesticide residue and mycotoxin analysis.
- Performed capsaicin and colour analysis using HPLC and UV-Vis.
- Maintained calibration records and reference standards.
- Assisted with method validation and routine testing.
Education
M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry – JKC College, Acharya Nagarjuna University (2019)
B.Sc. in MPC – JKC College, Acharya Nagarjuna University (2017)
