Rana Fathima

Detail-oriented and motivated B.Sc. Microbiology graduate with hands-on experience in food quality control, quality assurance, microbiological testing, and laboratory analysis in food manufacturing environments. Experienced in analysing raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using microbiological, chemical, and sensory testing methods.

Strong knowledge of GMP, GHP, HACCP, GLP, ISO 17025 and NABL practices with excellent documentation, analytical and problem-solving skills. Passionate about maintaining food safety, product quality, and regulatory compliance.

Quality Executive - Leem Bakery & Confectioneries LLP - Kottakkal, Malappuram

(2025-11)

• Supervised the integrity of more than 100 manufacturing lots through rigorous adherence to HACCP and GMP guidelines.
• Conduct sensory evaluation, shelf-life assessment and routine quality inspections.
• Monitor baking parameters including temperature, humidity and processing conditions.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, hygiene and sanitation standards across production.
• Maintain production records, quality logs and reports using Microsoft Excel.
• Coordinate with production teams to resolve quality issues and support continuous improvement.

Quality Control Analyst Trainee - Devon Foods Pvt. Ltd. - Kottayam

(2025-04 - 2025-07)

• Performed microbiological, physical, chemical and sensory testing of raw materials, semi-finished and finished products.
• Conducted moisture, ash, AIA, volatile oil, titration, spectrophotometry and microbiological analysis.
• Verified compliance with GMP and food safety requirements.
• Maintained accurate laboratory documentation and test records.

Q C & QA Lab Trainee - PVT Merit Bio Lab - Ernakulam

(2024-08 - 2024-11)

• Performed food and water microbiological and chemical analysis.
• Worked following ISO 17025 and NABL laboratory guidelines.
• Strengthened laboratory quality assurance and documentation skills.

Project Intern - Unibiosys Biotech Research Lab - Ernakulam

(2023-11 - 2023-12)

• Researched Listeria monocytogenes and E. coli detection in chicken samples.
• Performed microbiological detection and antimicrobial susceptibility testing and data analysis.
• Prepared technical reports and presented project findings.

B.Sc. - Microbiology - Markaz Arts and Science College, Calicut University (2021 - 2024)

Higher Secondary Education - BYK VHSS School, Kerala State Board (2019 - 2021)