Food Safety Quality Assurance

ATHIRA RADHA KRISHNAN

Public Health & Quality Assurance Professional

Apt 3, 54 Argyle Street, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1S 2T9 902-***-**** *************@*****.***

PROFILE

Detail-oriented and results-driven professional with a strong background in food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. Skilled in HACCP implementation, microbiological testing, plant sanitation, and troubleshooting quality issues in food production. Adept at ensuring compliance with Canadian food safety standards while actively contributing to process improvement initiatives. Looking to leverage expertise in a dynamic quality assurance role within the food industry.

EDUCATION

B.Sc. in Public Health (Expected April 2025)

Cape Breton University, Sydney, NS

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) (2013 – 2018)

Government Dental College, Rajiv Gandhi University, Bellary, India SKILLS & EXPERTISE

• Quality & Food Safety: HACCP, GMPs, GFSI certification, regulatory compliance, plant sanitation.

• Microbiological Testing: Laboratory analysis, SPC, process control, contamination prevention.

• Regulatory Compliance: Canadian food safety standards, health and safety protocols, risk assessment.

• Process Improvement & Troubleshooting: Root cause analysis, analytical testing, problem- solving.

• Technical Proficiency: Report writing, documentation, Microsoft Office Suite.

• Communication & Teamwork: Cross-functional collaboration, presentation of findings, training staff.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Grader(Quality)

Clearwater Seafoods, Glace Bay, NS April 2024 – September 2024

• Perform microbiological testing of food samples to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.

• Monitor quality control processes, troubleshoot quality issues, and implement corrective actions.

• Ensure adherence to HACCP and food safety standards, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• Conduct regular plant sanitation inspections and enforce regulatory guidelines.

• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. Cashier

Urban Kids, Sydney, NS August 2023 – Present

• Managed transactions while ensuring customer satisfaction and store compliance with policies.

Clinical Documentation Specialist (Medical Scribe) Inventurus Knowledge Solutions, Navi Mumbai, India October 2021 – April 2023

• Authored and managed medical records with strict adherence to data accuracy and confidentiality.

Associate Dentist

Ortho Smile Care, Navi Mumbai, India October 2019 – May 2020

• Provided patient care and educated communities on hygiene and disease prevention. CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

• Advanced FST - Food Handler Safety Certification

• HACCP Training & Implementation

• WHMIS & OHS Training (Cape Breton University)

• GFSI Compliance & Food Safety Training

• Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Core Competencies

• Pool Inspection Training for Environmental Health (NEHA)

• FEMA - Emergency Management & Response Certifications

• HIPAA Compliance Certification

MEMBERSHIPS & ACHIEVEMENTS

• Dean’s List (2023/2024) - Cape Breton University

• Academic In-Course Scholarship – Cape Breton University

• Student Member - Certified Public Health Inspectors Association

• Member - Public Health Society, Cape Breton University (2024)

• Member - Dental Association (India)

• IELTS General, English Language Proficiency (Overall Score: 8) REFERENCES

Available upon request.

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