Experienced Dairy Production Scientist and Cheese Maker

TAREK ABDUSSAMAD

Tarek Abdussamad

**** ** ****** ** ***. C315, Pullman, WA 99163

Phone: +1-509-***-**** Email: ***********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced Food Scientist and Dairy Production Specialist with over 10 years of hands-on experience in cheese making, pasteurization, and quality assurance. Skilled in food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance. Seeking an industrial position in food manufacturing or dairy processing where I can apply technical expertise and leadership in production efficiency and product quality.

CORE COMPETENCIES

- Cheese making and dairy processing

- Pasteurization (HTST and Vat)

- HACCP, GMP, and food safety compliance

- CIP systems and sanitation control

- Microbial testing and quality control

- Product development and formulation

- Team leadership and training

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Cheese Maker, WSU Creamery, Pullman, WA (May 2011–Present)

- Perform all aspects of cheese production including milk pasteurization, cheddaring, and packaging.

- Operate and maintain CIP sanitation systems ensuring compliance with food safety standards.

- Conduct laboratory testing on microbial quality, product texture, and flavor profiles.

- Train and supervise student workers in dairy production and sanitation practices.

- Assist in developing and improving cheese and ice cream formulations.

Faculty Member, Al-Geran Institute of Agricultural Technologies, Tripoli, Libya (2005–2009)

- Taught dairy processing, food chemistry, and quality analysis courses.

- Led departmental food safety and sanitation training programs.

Research Assistant, Tripoli University, Tripoli, Libya (2000–2005)

- Conducted dairy technology experiments and microbiological analyses.

EDUCATION

Ph.D. in Food Science, Washington State University, Pullman, WA (2010–2015)

M.Sc. in Food Science, Al-Fathah University, Tripoli, Libya (1999–2003)

B.Sc. in Food Science, Al-Fathah University, Tripoli, Libya (1992–1997)

CERTIFICATIONS

• Dairy Technician License (HTST and Vat Pasteurization)

• FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food (2018)

• Basic HACCP Workshop (2010)

• Washington State Food Handler Permit

• Good Agricultural Practices Training (2010)

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

International Association for Food Protection (IAFP)

American Oil Chemists’ Society (AOCS)

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