Smith Ominisan

Quality-focused food manufacturing professional with over five years of experience in quality control, laboratory analysis, and line inspection. Strong background in GMP, HACCP, ISO 22000 and ISO/IEC 17025 systems. Experienced in supervising quality activities, training production teams, reducing non-conformances, and supporting audits to ensure consistent product integrity and regulatory compliance.

QA Laboratory Analyst at Perfetti Van Melle Nigeria (2021-03 – Present)

• Performing routine physicochemical analysis of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality specification
• Conduct analytical testing using laboratory instruments such as HPLC, pH meters, Karl Fischer titrators, viscometers, analytical balances, and other quality control equipment.
• Mobilizing assessors for sensory evaluation on finished goods.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability
• Ensure all laboratory activities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), company SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Record and interpret test results, flagging any deviations from product specifications while ensuring compliance to good laboratory practice (GLP)
• Prepare and maintain detailed lab reports, COAs (Certificates of Analysis), and traceability records
• Support production by providing timely analytical results for raw material release, in-process control, and finished product approval.

Quality Control - Line Inspection at Perfetti Van Melle Nigeria (2019-09 – 2021-02)

• Monitor production lines to ensure products meet quality specifications, and regulatory requirements
• Conduct visual inspections, weight checks, and packaging integrity tests at designated control points
• Identify and report defects, non-conformances, and process deviations to supervisors and QA teams
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records for traceability and audits
• Verify labeling, expiry dates, and batch codes for compliance with product standards
• Support line clearance, changeover verification, and cleanliness checks to prevent cross-contamination

Quality - Line Inspection at Natural Prime Resources (2019-01 – 2019-08)

• Monitor operations at various stages to catch defects early.
• Ensure consistency in production techniques and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct thorough checks on finished goods before packaging
• Educate line workers on quality standards and inspection techniques.
• Educate line workers on quality standards

BSc in Biochemistry – Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island (2011-10 – 2016-01)