Senior Quality Assurance Executive - Reliance Consumer Products Limited (Beverage Unit - Favorich Infra Pvt Ltd, Krishna Raja Pet, and Muthaih Beverages Confectionery Pvt Ltd, Chamarajanagar) - Krishna Raja Pet and Chamarajanagar, India
(2025-04)
- Overall in-charge of plant operations including Production, Quality, Logistics, Stores, and Maintenance on behalf of the organization.
- Conduct QFS (Quality & Food Safety) and GMP audits across Campa plants in the Southern region.
- Monitor syrup preparation, blending, and concentrate mixing processes.
- Oversee pasteurization processes for Hot Fill lines.
- Monitor quality and production parameters for CSD, NCB, Water, and Can lines.
- Supervise daily shop floor operations ensuring smooth execution across multiple SKUs (150 ml, 200 ml, 500 ml, 600 ml, 1200 ml, 2000 ml) and Campa brands.
- Lead implementation of ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management System.
- Review and update HACCP plans for process changes, product changes, food safety incidents, and ensure proper change control documentation.
- Ensure GMP compliance and conduct internal audits at plant level.
- Drive improvements in raw material and packaging material yield by identifying inefficiencies and implementing corrective actions.
- Monitor critical process parameters and CIP standards across Syrup, Blending, CSD, NCB, Water, and Can lines.
- Monitor microbiological testing trends to ensure product safety and quality compliance.
- Manage quality systems for Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) and Water Treatment Plant (WTP).
- Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for customer complaints and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA). Conduct customer and distributor visits for complaint investigation and product quality analysis.
- Monitor retention samples for CSD and NCSD products to ensure product consistency.
- Ensure zero expiry of finished goods, raw materials, and packaging materials.
- Implement and monitor pest control programs to maintain hygiene standards.
- Manage statutory licenses and renewals ensuring compliance with regulatory timelines.
- Review and monitor external water analysis reports for WTP compliance.
- Monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) and Operational Prerequisite Programs (OPRPs).
- Manage inventory levels of raw materials, packaging materials (RMPM), and finished goods to ensure optimal stock availability.
- Plan and execute production schedules in alignment with business requirements.
- Monitor and manage AOH activities and resolve OEM-related issues within the plant.
- Coordinate RMPM trials with R&D and suppliers in case of material issues; prepare MOMs and ensure timely closure of actions.
- Conduct supplier audits for approved vendors, evaluating quality, hygiene, storage practices, safety standards, and transportation compliance.
- Collaborate with production and quality teams to ensure timely material availability and compliance with quality standards.
- Coordinate with procurement team for purchase planning based on production requirements and inventory levels.
- Ensure compliance with Good Storage Practices (GSP), including temperature and humidity control.
- Partner with New Product Development (NPD) team for PET bottle design changes and RMPM trials for new product development.
- Oversee finished goods dispatch QA approvals in alignment with production and distribution plans.
- Verify and validate quality assurance systems and documentation to ensure compliance, traceability, and adherence to food safety standards.
Senior Quality Executive (QA) - Parle Argo Private Limited - India
(2023-03 - 2025-03)
- Conducted supplier audits for all approved vendors, ensuring compliance with product quality, workplace hygiene, storage practices, safety, and transportation standards.
- Led implementation of ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management System across the organization.
- Reviewed HACCP plans for process changes, recipe modifications, food safety incidents, and prepared change control documentation.
- Managed upstream and downstream traceability during internal audits and production processes.
- Monitored online quality parameters for Hot Fill, Cold Fill, Tetra Pack, and Can lines.
- Conducted internal audits to ensure compliance with quality management system requirements.
- Monitored Critical Control Points (CCPs) and Operational Prerequisite Programs (OPRPs) as per food safety standards.
- Managed syrup preparation, blending, and concentrate mixing processes.
- Supervised blow molding quality control for PET bottle manufacturing.
- Monitored batch clearance during each stage of production.
- Oversaw pasteurization processes for Hot Fill, Cold Fill, and Tetra Pack lines.
- Supervised CIP (Clean-In-Place) operations across Hot Fill, Cold Fill PET lines, Tetra Pack, and Can lines.
- Ensured achievement of production KPIs in alignment with business objectives.
- Maintained accurate QA documentation, records, and compliance reports.
- Monitored quality parameters for Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) and Water Treatment Plant (WTP).
- Reduced customer complaints by implementing AQL (Acceptable Quality Level) systems for finished products.
- Conducted monthly training programs for shop floor operators as per company requirements.
- Developed and updated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensured timely revisions.
- Investigated customer complaints and performed Root Cause Analysis (RCA) with CAPA implementation.
- Monitored pasteurization processes for non-carbonated beverage lines.
- Ensured proper CIP execution for both carbonated and non-carbonated production lines.
- Implement and monitor pest control programs to maintain hygiene standards.
- Manage statutory licenses and renewals ensuring compliance with regulatory timelines.
- Review and monitor external water analysis reports for WTP compliance.
- Monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) and Operational Prerequisite Programs (OPRPs).
- Manage inventory levels of raw materials, packaging materials (RMPM), and finished goods to ensure optimal stock availability.
- Plan and execute production schedules in alignment with business requirements.
- Monitor and manage AOH activities and resolve OEM-related issues within the plant.
- Coordinate RMPM trials with R&D and suppliers in case of material issues; prepare MOMs and ensure timely closure of actions.
- Conduct supplier audits for approved vendors, evaluating quality, hygiene, storage practices, safety standards, and transportation compliance.
- Collaborate with production and quality teams to ensure timely material availability and compliance with quality standards.
- Coordinate with procurement team for purchase planning based on production requirements and inventory levels.
- Ensure compliance with Good Storage Practices (GSP), including temperature and humidity control.
- Partner with New Product Development (NPD) team for PET bottle design changes and RMPM trials for new product development.
- Oversee finished goods dispatch QA approvals in alignment with production and distribution plans.
- Verify and validate quality assurance systems and documentation to ensure compliance, traceability, and adherence to food safety standards.
Senior Quality Executive (QA) - Hindustan Foods Limited Nanjangud (Co-Packer for Coca cola, Pepsi, Hector beverages, Reliance, AB in Bev(Anheuser -Busch in Bev)) - Nanjangud, India
(2022-01 - 2023-03)
- Implemented quality tools to ensure continuous improvement and effective quality control systems.
- Monitored all aspects of quality to ensure compliance with established procedures, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Allocated tasks to team members based on skills, experience, and performance.
- Set production objectives and developed action plans to achieve production and quality targets.
- Conducted risk forecasting and developed contingency plans for production processes.
- Prepared periodic reports for senior management on production performance and quality metrics.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, statutory regulations, and government food safety legislation.
- Supported problem-solving and defect analysis related to material and production quality issues.
- Followed up on corrective action plans and evaluated their effectiveness.
- Contributed to development and improvement of material specifications for raw materials and semi-finished goods.
- Assessed vendor performance based on rejection rates, quality improvement, and specification compliance.
- Managed batch releases and quality approvals, coordinating internal and external audits for compliance.
- Ensured achievement of monthly and annual production and quality targets.
- Developed quality objectives and action plans to improve yield, reduce customer complaints, and close audit non-conformances.
- Acted as QA In-Charge for the Tata Cup Line, overseeing all quality control activities.
- Monitored Blow Molding (PET bottle) quality parameters to ensure consistency and compliance.
- Supervised syrup preparation, blending, and concentrate mixing processes.
- Monitored pasteurization processes for both carbonated and non-carbonated beverage lines.
- Ensured proper pasteurization control for the Cup Line to maintain product safety and quality.
- Supervised CIP (Clean-In-Place) processes for PET bottle lines (carbonated & non-carbonated) and Cup Line.
- Ensured achievement of production KPIs in alignment with business and quality objectives.
- Managed sampling, testing, and clearance of raw materials (RM), packaging materials (PM), and finished goods (FG) in the Focus software system.
- Maintained complete documentation and records for QA activities, audits, and corrective actions.
- Monitored quality parameters of Water Treatment Plant (WTP) and Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) to ensure environmental compliance.
- Handled market complaints, conducted root cause analysis (RCA), and visited distributor points for investigation.
- Coordinated distributor visits to collect product feedback and resolve customer quality concerns.
- Verified and validated all QA systems, processes, and documentation to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
Quality Executive (QA) - Garuda Polyplex Foods Pvt Ltd (Indonesia group) - Bangalore, India
(2018-01 - 2021-12)
- Ensured compliance with GMP, GHP, 5S, and PPE standards in the production area.
- Monitored and recorded quality parameters for cream and batter preparation as per defined schedules.
- Monitored and maintained quality parameters of baking machines, including baking temperature, empty stick weight, stick length, diameter, total weight, number of spirals, and overall product appearance.
- Monitored quality parameters in the packing machine, including vacuum tests, immersion tests, packing condition, date code accuracy, and compliance with legal requirements for primary packaging.
- Monitored packing area quality parameters, including product quantity, secondary and tertiary packaging conditions, and labeling/date code compliance.
- Managed and monitored CIP (Clean-In-Place) operations for wafer stick production lines.
- Conducted training programs for production staff on personal hygiene, sanitation, and food safety topics including HACCP, allergens, GMP, SOPs, and CIP procedures.
- Handled customer complaints and performed Root Cause Analysis (RCA) with corrective actions.
- Supervised sampling, testing, and clearance of raw materials (RM), packaging materials (PM), and finished goods (FG) in ERP systems.
- Conducted internal audits and supported teams in closing audit non-conformities effectively.
- Maintained accurate documentation and records for all QA activities and compliance systems.
Quality Executive Internship Trainee - Hector Beverages Pvt Ltd - Mysore, India
(2017-01 - 2017-12)
Blending & Syrup Section Planning
- Monitored and ensured clearance of Raw Material and Packaging Material (RM/PM).
- Handled and monitored sampling and analysis of raw pulp.
- Supervised and monitored simple syrup preparation.
- Oversaw the blending process and performed online sample testing to determine in-process product quality.
- Provided line clearance at the start of production.
- Monitored and recorded pouch pack (spouting) quality parameters.
- Ensured compliance with GMP and GHP during processing and conducted on-the-job training sessions for employees.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize processes and drive continuous improvement.
- Handled and monitored the Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) process for the juice line.
- Maintained and documented QA records accurately.
