Prasandh Prabhu

Experienced QA/QC and Production Management professional with 15+ years of experience across Siddha, Ayurvedic, Herbal, Food, FMCG, Soap, and Cosmetics industries. Skilled in managing quality assurance, quality control, production operations, GMP, SOPs, FSSAI, HACCP, statutory compliance, audits, deviations, change controls, CAPA, and market complaints. Seeking a challenging QA/QC Manager or Production Manager position where strong experience in quality management, manufacturing operations, regulatory compliance, and team leadership can contribute to organizational growth and product excellence.

QA/QC PRODUCTION MANAGER - ANNAI ARAVINDH HERBALS PVT. LTD

(2022-09 - 2024-10)

Managed overall Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and production activities to ensure compliance with established quality standards.

• Handled market complaints, deviations, change controls, investigations, and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Ensured timely completion of statutory compliances and regulatory certifications, including FSSAI and HACCP, and updated management on compliance status.
• Coordinated SFG (Semi-Finished Goods) and packing stores activities, ensuring proper inventory control and quality compliance.
• Coordinated and ensured timely completion of the PQI (Product Quality Improvement) process.
• Monitored raw materials, in-process materials, finished products, and packaging materials for quality compliance.
• Reviewed batch manufacturing records, quality documentation, test reports, and production records.
• Ensured adherence to GMP, SOPs, quality systems, hygiene standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Investigated quality deviations and implemented appropriate corrective and preventive measures.
• Coordinated with production, warehouse, QA/QC, and cross-functional teams to resolve quality and operational issues.
• Supported internal and external audits and ensured timely closure of audit observations.
• Monitored production processes to maintain product quality, consistency, safety, and compliance.

ASSISTANT FACTORY MANAGER - DR. SIDHAN AYURMIX PVT. LTD. (CHOLAYIL PVT. LTD. – MEDIMIX GROUP OF COMPANIES)

(2019-12 - 2022-09)

Assisted in managing daily factory operations, production activities, and workforce coordination.

• Ensured production processes were carried out according to approved SOPs and quality standards.
• Coordinated production planning to achieve operational and delivery targets.
• Monitored manufacturing activities and identified opportunities for process improvement.
• Supported quality compliance, documentation control, and audit requirements.
• Coordinated with QA/QC, production, maintenance, and other departments for smooth operations.

QA/QC ASSISTANT MANAGER - ISHA AROGYA PVT. LTD. - MADAMPATTY

(2014-11 - 2019-12)

Managed QA/QC activities for raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products.

• Conducted quality inspections and testing in accordance with established specifications and SOPs.
• Monitored manufacturing processes to ensure consistent product quality.
• Maintained quality records, test reports, inspection reports, and related documentation.
• Investigated quality issues, deviations, and non-conformities and supported corrective actions.

QC IN-CHARGE - VAIDYARATNAM OUSHADHALAYAM PVT. LTD. - POLLACHI

(2010-10 - 2014-11)

Supervised day-to-day Quality Control operations and laboratory activities.

• Performed quality testing and inspection of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Ensured products met approved quality specifications and standards before release.
• Monitored adherence to SOPs, testing procedures, and quality control requirements.

QC CHEMIST - ICON HOUSEHOLD PRODUCT PVT. LTD. - POLLACHI (ITC FOOD DIVISION)

(2009-03 - 2010-10)

Conducted quality testing and analysis of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.

• Performed chemical and physical testing as per approved specifications and test procedures.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CHEMISTRY - N.G.M. College, Pollachi (2008)

HIGHER SECONDARY - P.H.S. School, Kaliyapuram (2005)

SSLC - P.H.S. School, Kaliyapuram (2003)