The Human Resource Manager

Dear Sir / Madam

Re: Application for the position as Processing Manager

I would greatly appreciate it if you could review my attached Curriculum Vitae for the suitable position that is available at your organization.

I have completed my BSc degree at Ukzn in the year 2011 and now wish to secure a suitable position in your organization. I have gained core competencies in these fields within FMCG environments, enriching exposure to highly professional and disciplined work environment which has given me invaluable opportunities to honor my skills and I have demonstrated capabilities to perform in the most intricate and demanding situations.

I am a positively motivated individual, a hard worker and a team player who is confident that should I be given an opportunity that I will embrace it and grow within your organization. I have a valid driver’s license and my own vehicle; I am available immediately for an interview at your convenience.

I look forward to a positive reply and being a part of your organization.

Thanking you

Yours faithfully

Miss Samaria Harricharan

011-***-**** / 082-***-****

SAMARIA HARRICHARAN

Bachelor of Science

Position:

Food Technologist

Candidate is a highly focused Professional with Laboratory and Quality Management experience within the FMCG industry,capable of conducting various testing, sampling and experiments. I am a motivated and dedicated individual who uses my creativity to solve problems and enjoying seeing projects through to a positive conclusion. I have a passion for my field of work who would like to offer my expertise in Quality Management and Leadership .

KEY BEHAVIOURAL SKILLS

• Great Planning and Communication Skills

• Analytical thinker

• Profound ability to work individually and as a Team

• Organization and prioritization skills

• Problem analysis, use of judgment and ability to solve problems

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail

• Adaptability and ability to work under pressure

• Willingness to learn and follow directions

• Excellent grasp of multitasking

• Dealt with Hazard analysis

CAREER SUMMARY

Employer

Position Held

Date

Food and Cosmetic Technologies

Microbiologist

02/2012-01/2013

Copasize Pty Ltd

Food Technologist /Quality Manager

08/2014 - Current

EDUCATION and QUALIFICATIONS:

Year

Institution

Qualification

2006

Sastri College

Grade 12

2011

University Of Kwa- Zulu Natal

Bsc Degree Microbiology

2016

BSI

ISO 9001 –Quality Management

2015

Afriportz

Clearance for Exports

2016

Sial(Paris)Food Exhibition

Food Innovation

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Programming experience using :

SPSS STATISTICS

MS Excel

MS Office

MS Power Point

Data base Management

Pastel

Sage

WORK HISTORY

February 2012 – January 2013

Food and Cosmetics Technologies

Position: Microbiologist

Duties:

•Performed required Microbiological and Chemical Analysis for all products including meat and poultry

• Water Testing Filtration

•Technical Documentation of results and inspections

•Prepared and sterilized media, buffers and solutions

•Ensure all activities are in compliance with established safety standards,regulatory requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)

•Implementing HACCP principles within a Sanas accredited organization

•Daily calibrations and operations of instruments including autoclaves, incubators, top loading balances and pH meters.

• Review products specifications and processes

• Sound Knowledge of internal Audits

• Assist with New Product development for Woolworths

•Maintained communication, both oral and written, with key people about specific results for products.

26 August 2014 - Current

Copasize Pty Ltd

Position: Food Technologist/Quality Manager

Duties:

Implementing and Maintaining quality systems in a food environment including developing and enforcing GMPS,sanitation and HACCP programmes.

Oversee Daily HACCP Reports and Test Records(Certificate of Analysis)

Writing and updating Standard Operating Policies and procedures

Compiling specifications for products, this includes Labelling & packaging adhering to customer specifications

Organise, prepare and conduct quality and Food safety Training

Works in close relationship with the graphic designer overseeing artwork for labelling and ensuring compliance with European Regulations.

Responsible for COA’S, PPECB inspections, FDA'S, Euro 1 Certification, and Phytosanitary certifications.

Liase directly with the Production Team and Directors

Responsible for Exports Logistics and Tracking of consignments(Sea and Airfreight)

Daily communication with Local and Foreign Clients regarding Sales

Directly handling customer complaints and regular feedback

Involved with New Product development, updating specifications and packaging materials.

Commodity worked with – Fresh, Frozen and Dried Product for Exports into the Local, European and USA markets.

PERSONAL DETAILS:

FIRST NAME: SAMARIA

SURNAME: HARRICHARAN

IDENTITY NUMBER: 890-***-**** 080

DATE OF BIRTH: 28th APRIL 1989

ADDRESSS: 201 Northdene

3 Princess Place

Park Town

JHB

NATIONALITY: SOUTH AFRICAN

RACE: INDIAN

GENDER: FEMALE

MARITAL STATUS: SINGLE

DRIVERS LICENCE: YES

CRIMINAL RECORD : NONE

SPOKEN LANGUAGE: ENGLISH

OTHER LANGUAGES: BASIC ITALIAN & ZULU

CONTACT DETAILS: 082-***-****

EMAIL ADDRESS: ac4uml@r.postjobfree.com

SECONDARY EDUCATION

Institution: SASTRI COLLEGE

Highest Grade Achieved: MATRIC (Grade 12)

Year: 2006

Subjects : ENGLISH

AFRIKAANS

MATHEMATICS

BIOLOGY

PHYSICAL SCIENCE

ACCOUNTING

TERTIARY QUALIFICATION

Institution: University of KwaZulu Natal

Course : BSc Microbiology Degree

Year Completed: 2011

Modules Completed : Biology I, II and III

Chemistry I

Maths

Physics

Information and Systematics

BIMI I

RDNA II

Microbiology II and III

Biochemistry I and II

Statistics

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