Victory Chigozirim

Microbiology professional and Quality Control / Production Operator practitioner with progressive experience across food & beverage manufacturing, high-speed emulsified liquid production (Mayonnaise), laboratory operations, and raw material management. Highly skilled in syrup and batch preparation, Brix and sugar analysis, CIP (Clean-In-Place) sanitation, GMP, HACCP, SOP compliance, instrument calibration, and FIFO/FEFO inventory control. Proven track record in inspecting critical control points (PRPs/oPRPs), supporting continuous improvement, investigating process deviations, and driving strict compliance with quality and product safety standards.

CHEMICAL & RAW MATERIAL ROOM OPERATOR - GOLDEN OIL & FOOD INDUSTRY (SNF FOODS LTD) - ONITSHA, ANAMBRA STATE

(2024-08)

• Raw Material & Batch Preparation: Oversee receipt, sampling, physical analysis, precise weighing, and batch issuance of raw materials, food emulsifiers, additives, oils, and chemical ingredients for Mayonnaise and liquid food production lines.
• Syrup Room & Mixing Support: Execute precise blending and metering of syrup, liquid bases, sugar, and acidulants, performing key quality parameter testing including Brix measurement, hydrometer density checks, pH, and viscosity verification before release to mixing lines.
• Equipment Sanitation & CIP Compliance: Enforce strict sanitation standards across batching tanks, chemical storage areas, transfer lines, and dosing equipment through standard Clean-In-Place (CIP) and sanitation routines.
• FIFO/FEFO & Traceability: Implement rigorous FIFO/FEFO (First-In, First-Out / First-Expired, First-Out) protocols to safeguard ingredient integrity, maintain batch-to-batch traceability, and minimize raw material waste.
• Inventory Reconciliation & GMP: Maintain 100% inventory accuracy through routine stock counts, system reconciliation, safe chemical handling, and full compliance with GMP, SOPs, and workplace safety requirements.

QUALITY ASSURANCE OFFICER - EASTERN DISTILLERIES & FOOD INDUSTRY - ONITSHA, ANAMBRA STATE

(2022-06 - 2024-07)

• Process & Quality Monitoring: Monitored beverage production lines and blending operations against strict specifications, ensuring compliance with established food safety standards.
• Analytical Testing & Calibration: Conducted routine laboratory inspections and analytical testing; calibrated laboratory instruments including Refractometers, Alcoholmeter Hydrometers, pH Meters, and Spectrophotometers.
• HACCP & Deviation Management: Led implementation and monitoring of GMP, HACCP, and SOP compliance across production units; tracked process deviations and executed Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Team Supervision & Training: Supervised line operations and trained new team members on quality procedures, testing accuracy, and hygiene operational requirements.

LINE PROCESS INSPECTOR - DENVA WATER INDUSTRY - ONITSHA, ANAMBRA STATE

(2020-01 - 2022-12)

• Hygiene & CCP Monitoring: Inspected production line hygiene, operational sanitation, and Critical Control Points (CCPs/oPRPs) across bottling lines.
• Stability & Quality Checks: Conducted routine product stability checks, identified process deviations, and collaborated with production teams to enforce corrective measures.

ASSISTANT LABORATORY TECHNICIAN - STEP1 MEDICAL LABORATORY - OWERRI NORTH, IMO STATE

(2015-01 - 2018-12)

• Laboratory Testing & Sanitation: Conducted bacteriology and hematology sample handling, microscopy, and Gram staining under strict aseptic laboratory conditions.

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA (HND) - MICROBIOLOGY - Federal Polytechnic Nekede (2019)