Elie Knayher

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https://ca.linkedin.com/in/elie-knayher-a7b85119

Highlights of Qualifications

** ***** ** ***lity assurance and laboratory experience in a variety of food industries

Use of various microbiological techniques including Aseptic, Plating, Membrane Filtration and ELISA techniques for isolation and identification of micro-organisms

Physical and Chemical tests including: Density, water activity, total hardness, minerals, brix, peroxide value, moisture, sensory evaluation, pH, and acidity

Working well within groups and independently

Good communication skills, both written and verbal (English and French)

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Technical Skills

ISO 22000: 2005

HACCP & GMPs

Food Safety

CCP &Corrective Action

Gram Staining

Aseptic & Plating Techniques

ELISA Technique

Membrane Filtration Technique

Acid-Base Titration

PH and Density Meter

Conductivity & Salt meters

UV Spectrophotometry

Refractometer

Autoclave

Education

Biotechnology Health Diploma 2015 – Present

Mohawk College, Hamilton, ON

Current GPA 90 /100

Bachelor of Science, Biology 1997 – 2002

Lebanese University, Beirut, Lebanon

Recognized by World Education Services (WES), Canada

Employment Experience Continued

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Lab Assistant Sep-Dec 2016

Mohawk College, Hamilton, ON

Prepared of stock lab reagents

Prepared of microbiological cultures and media

Assisted in the set-up of lab activities for Chemical, Environmental and Biotechnology labs

Maintained and calibrated of lab equipment as required

Bakery Processing and Control 2014 – 2016

Paramount Fine Foods, Hamilton, ON

Prepared foods according to the food temperature logs and follow cooking instructions

Ensured 100% customer satisfaction at all times

Reinforced safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identified unsafe conditions

Followed QA standards, disposing of food products properly after expiry date

Laboratory and Quality Assurance Supervisor 2011 – 2014

Berdawni Kaa El Rim (Bottled Water), Zahleh, Lebanon

Performed duties as Team Leader and Internal Auditor for ISO 22000

Conducted microbiology analysis, detection of E. coli, coliforms and pseudomonas in water from source to bottles

Examined chemical tests of different minerals in the water such as Na+, K +, Mg ++, Ca ++, NO3- Fe ++, Cl-and F- by Hanna and Hach water kit instruments

Controlled lines production, labelling, storing and shipment of the products

Maintained inventory of lab equipment, instruments, tools, chemicals, and consumables

Organized pest control training and ensured internal implementation of proper pesticide control

Production and Quality Supervisor 2010 – 2011

Kesserwani Industry (Margarine), Lagos State, Nigeria

Provided regular training to 20+ employees in personal hygiene and safety procedures

Conducted Peroxide tests for soya oil, sunflower oil, and palm oil before and after processing

Managed production orders daily, weekly, and monthly

Contacted local suppliers for raw material purchase orders, tools and laboratory inventory

Participated and provided input for QC team for immediate and long-term challenges to improve processes and maintain high quality and safety products

Laboratory and Quality Assurance Supervisor 2006 – 2010

Daher Company (Cereals and Snacks), West Bekaa, Lebanon

Provided regular training to 50+ employees in ISO 22000 and HACCP standards and regulations

Conducted microbiology analysis of each ingredient included in the processing, performed swab test for employees, machines, and lines

Performed Aflatoxin test by ELISA techniques and moisture analysis on raw materials such as corn flour, wheat flour, oat, bran samples and cereal flakes as finished products

Controlled lines production, follow up SOPs, records any nonconformity and report to the Manager

Evaluated organoleptic testing of end products

Participated in trials for R & D to improve product quality and create new products

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Laboratory Technician and Quality Controller 2003 – 2006

Conserve Moderne Chtaura Company (Canned Goods), Chtaura, Lebanon

Conducted quality control for almost 6 hours per shift for controlling production on floor, sampling and analysis in the Laboratory

Monitored pH, acidity, temperature, weight, moisture, brix, durability, physical appearance, and measurements of products such as pickles, jams, fava beans and chick peas

Managed exact utilization of detergents and sanitizers

Conducted microbiology analysis: Yeasts and Molds for vegetables and fruits, detection of E. coli, coliforms, and Salmonella by API 20 E technique

Professional Development

Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS)/Ontario 2016

Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps / Ontario 2015

ISO 22000: 2005 Food Safety Management System Certificate/Lebanon 2013

ISO 22000: 2005 Foundation & Internal Audit/Lebanon 2013

Training on Chemical, Physical and Microbiological Analysis of Water/Lebanon 2013

New Product Development Workshop/Lebanon 2009

Projects

Effects of Mycotoxins on Animal and Human Health led by Dr. Mona Diab Assaf, USEK-Lebanon 2004

Mycotoxins in Food Products: Detection, Identification and Essay of Aflatoxin led 2003

by Dr. Richard Maroun, USEK- Lebanon

Biology Dissertation 2002

Study of the oak grove at the west side of Rashaya- Lebanon led by Prof. Nicolas Alouf, Lebanese University-Lebanon

Personal Interests

Reading

Bird feeding and watching

Football

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