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Customer Audit Faced
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Jency John

Jency John

Cochin

Summary

Professional Quality Assurance and Control Manager(BRCGC ISSUE 9 LEAD AUDITOR QUALIFIED) with extensive experience in the areas of Quality Assurance, Quality Audits (ISO ,BRCGS GMP), Regulatory Compliance (EU,FDA,FSSAI,GCC), Manufacturing/Process Development/Quality System. Proven ability to develop and maintain high performance quality teams with strong Good Manufacturing Practice GMP skills. Expertise in problem solving strategies utilizing Lean concepts that support operational excellence through process improvements, training & development, continuous improvement, and strategic planning.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

AM-REGULATORY AFFAIRS

AVT MCCORMIK INGREDIENTS PVT LTD
10.2024 - Current
  • Ensure compliance with global food regulations (FSSAI, EU, FDA, GCC).
  • Stay updated on regulatory changes in labeling, additives, and contaminants.
  • Manage product registration, approvals, and documentation.
  • Review labels, claims, and ingredients for compliance.
  • Support audits, inspections, and regulatory inquiries.
  • Collaborate with teams on compliance and NPD.
  • Address customer queries and regulatory risks.
  • Conduct training on regulatory updates.

MANAGER-QA

BIOINGREDIA NATURAL PVT LTD
11.2023 - 10.2024
  • Quality Policies & Compliance – Develop and implement policies to meet industry and regulatory standards (FSSAI, FDA, EU).
  • Expertise in Spice Extracts & Oils – Ensure quality and compliance in spice extracts, essential oils, and oleoresins.
  • Quality Management System (QMS) – Maintain and improve QMS to align with global standards.
  • Audits & Compliance – Conduct internal, supplier, and customer audits to ensure adherence to quality and food safety standards, ensuring timely CAPA closure.
  • Process Improvement & Risk Management – Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and risk mitigation strategies for efficiency and compliance.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work with production, procurement, R&D, and regulatory teams to integrate quality into operations.
  • Training & Competency Development – Conduct staff training and competency assessments on quality and food safety.
  • Performance Monitoring & Reporting – Track KPIs, manage customer complaints, and present quality reports for continuous improvement.

Trainer and Consultant(Short Term Project)

Management system Consultancy -UAE
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Food Safety & Audit Standards – Explain principles, audit standards, and certifications (ISO 22000, 14001, 45001, FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, BRCGS Issue 9).
  • Program Implementation – Oversee food safety programs, training, and third-party audit readiness.
  • Compliance & Reporting – Provide reports with recommendations for operational improvements.
  • Audit Support – Assist clients with pre/post-audit reviews and inquiries.
  • Policy & SOP Development – Draft and maintain food safety policies and procedures.
  • Document Control – Review and update compliance documents.
  • Technical Expertise – Ensure regulatory adherence in food processing and production.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work with teams to enhance food safety and compliance.
  • Strategic Planning – Ensure accuracy in documentation, forecasting, and process optimization.
  • Process Management – Oversee end-to-end operational processes.
  • Report Writing & Research – Prepare audit and compliance reports.
  • Crisis Management – Address compliance and operational challenges effectively.
  • Training & Certification – Conduct food hygiene and management system training (ISO, BRCGS).

Manager-QC & Food Safety

WESTERN INDIA CASHEW CO. PVT. LTD
07.2022 - 04.2023
  • FSMS & HACCP Implementation – Develop and enforce food safety policies across production.
  • Quality Control Management – Validate processes, products, and ensure compliance with standards.
  • PRP, OPRP & CCP Monitoring – Establish and oversee frequent monitoring of critical controls.
  • Audits & Inspections – Conduct internal/external audits, hazard analysis, and ensure corrective actions.
  • Production Monitoring – Review logbooks, investigate deviations, implement corrective actions, and ensure communication.
  • Facility Compliance – Inspect operations, resolve non-conformities, and maintain safety standards.
  • Management Review – Lead review meetings, assess objectives, and evaluate production capacity

TRAINER AND CONSULTANT

ASPIRE TRC LLP
04.2021 - 05.2022
  • Webinar & Training – Delivered sessions on Food Fraud (TACCP), HACCP, Food Safety, BRC, and ISO 22000.
  • Standard Implementation – Assisted food processing units in BRC and ISO 22000 compliance.
  • HACCP & CCP Identification – Prepared HACCP studies and advised clients on process improvements.
  • Site Compliance Advisory – Guided clients on aligning site standards with regulatory requirements.
  • Internal Audits & Reporting – Conducted audits and provided FSMS reports to clients.
  • Management Consulting – Advised top management on FSMS solutions and compliance.
  • Certification Projects – Led ISO and system certification projects across multiple clients.

CONTRACTED PROJECT FOR FSMS IMPLEMENTATION

THE PINKSPARROW
Cochin
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • FSMS & HACCP Implementation – Develop policies, procedures, and objectives for continuous improvement.
  • Quality Control Management – Validate processes and ensure product adherence to quality standards.
  • Supplier Audits & Compliance – Conduct audits, establish PRPs, OPRPs, CCPs, and ensure ongoing monitoring.
  • Supplier Engagement – Maintain regular communication and align systems with ISO 22000:2018 standards.
  • Food Safety Audits – Perform internal and external audits, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
  • QA & QC Oversight – Plan, coordinate, and maintain quality assurance policies and audit documentation.
  • Hazard & Risk Management – Identify food safety risks, legal requirements, and define FSMS responsibilities.
  • Internal Audits & Management Review – Conduct audits and lead management reviews for compliance.

Manager-QA

SARK SPICE PRODUCTS PVT LTD
ALLEPPEY
01.2014 - 02.2020
  • FSMS & HACCP Implementation – Develop and enforce food safety policies and procedures across production.
  • Quality Control Management – Oversee validation of processes and ensure compliance with standards.
  • Food Safety Audits – Conduct internal/external audits, hazard analysis, and ensure corrective actions.
  • PRP, OPRP & CCP Oversight – Establish, monitor, and validate critical control measures.
  • Production Monitoring – Review logbooks, investigate deviations, and implement corrective actions.
  • Facility Compliance – Inspect operations, address issues, and ensure regulatory adherence.
  • Management Review – Lead review meetings, assess objectives, and evaluate production capacity.
  • Customer Feedback & Complaints – Analyze feedback and ensure timely resolutions.
  • Quality Assurance Programs – Manage CGMP, ISO, FSSC, HACCP, Kosher compliance, and audits.
  • Lab Coordination – Oversee sample dispatch, customer queries, and follow-ups.
  • Quality Culture & Training – Promote awareness, run training sessions, and reward programs.
  • Client & Regulatory Liaison – Act as a point of contact for inquiries and compliance matters.
  • Product Development Support – Contribute to spice blend formulations and active ingredient checks.
  • HACCP Review & Effectiveness – Ensure periodic review and implementation of HACCP plans.

Molecular Biologist

Central institute of Fisheries technology
Cochin
10.2011 - 03.2012

Many Vibrionaceae species thrive in high-salinity environments. This review highlights their osmoregulatory mechanisms, including two biosynthesis systems (ectoine and GB) and six transporters (four BCCT-types and two ABC-types). While most are NaCl-inducible, ectoine biosynthesis is crucial for survival in nutrient-limited, high-osmolarity conditions. BCCT transporters play a primary role in osmolyte uptake, with ABC-type ProU transporters being less significant.

Key Tasks:

  • Design and execute experiments, ensuring accurate data communication.
  • Develop and maintain SOPs for laboratory procedures.
  • Isolate and sequence DNA from various samples.

Quality Assurance Specialist -Food Safety Team Leader

JOHNSONS EXPORTS
07.2011 - 10.2011
  • Implement HACCP-based food safety systems and ISO 22000:2005 requirements.
  • Review procedures to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
  • Oversee food safety teams to establish, implement, and maintain FSMS.
  • Conduct internal and external food safety audits, ensuring corrective actions.
  • Manage client audits and follow-up activities promptly.

Microbiologist

SYNERGY SYSTEMS FOOD QUALITY LABORATORY
Cochin
01.2011 - 07.2011
  • Conduct chemical & microbiological testing per customer requests.
  • Maintain records as per NABL requirements.
  • Manage sample inventory and documentation.

Education

Master of Science - Biotechnology

Bharathiar University
Coimbatore, India

Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology

Bharathiar University
Coimbatore, India

Skills

  • Implementation of Management System Standards
  • GMP
  • HACCP
  • ISO 9001
  • ISO 14001
  • ISO 45001
  • ISO 22000
  • FSSC
  • BRCGS
  • Food Analysis
  • Microbiological testing
  • Chemical testing
  • Audit Experience
  • Organic Certification
  • NOP/NPOP audits
  • Transfer Certificate processing
  • Project Management
  • Consulting Experience
  • Problem-solving
  • Organization
  • Meeting quality & timeline targets
  • Customer Complaint Management
  • Root cause analysis
  • Lab Practices
  • GLP
  • GHP
  • Lab techniques
  • Instrumentation
  • Food Safety
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • FSSAI
  • EU Standards
  • FDA Standards
  • GCC Standards
  • Quality control
  • Quality assurance
  • Biotechnology
  • Microbial biotechnology
  • Immunology
  • Enzyme Technology
  • Plant Tissue Culture
  • Regulatory Compliances
  • Audit and Assessment
  • Risk Assessment
  • Crisis management
  • Training
  • Client Communication
  • Continual Improvement

Certification

  • BRCGS global food safety standard lead auditor issue 9
  • ISO 22000-2018 internal auditor,
  • HABC HACCP & food safety Level 4 Certifications,
  • IMS(ISO 9001,14001,45001) Internal Auditor
  • FSSC version 6 internal auditor
  • Organic Processing, Handling, and Transfer Certificate Processing from Lacon Quality,

Customer Audit Faced

 International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.

 Mane Kancor Ingredients Private Limited

 Givaudan Group

 Kerry Group plc

 OmniActive Health Technologies Ltd.

 Takasago International Corporation

 Kalsec Inc.

Languages

Malayalam
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Tamil
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

References

Dr. Krishnakumar

Phone No-09447119051

GM-Quality &Food Safety

Western India Cashew Co.Pvt.Ltd

Timeline

AM-REGULATORY AFFAIRS

AVT MCCORMIK INGREDIENTS PVT LTD
10.2024 - Current

MANAGER-QA

BIOINGREDIA NATURAL PVT LTD
11.2023 - 10.2024

Trainer and Consultant(Short Term Project)

Management system Consultancy -UAE
05.2023 - 09.2023

Manager-QC & Food Safety

WESTERN INDIA CASHEW CO. PVT. LTD
07.2022 - 04.2023

CONTRACTED PROJECT FOR FSMS IMPLEMENTATION

THE PINKSPARROW
08.2021 - 03.2022

TRAINER AND CONSULTANT

ASPIRE TRC LLP
04.2021 - 05.2022

Manager-QA

SARK SPICE PRODUCTS PVT LTD
01.2014 - 02.2020

Molecular Biologist

Central institute of Fisheries technology
10.2011 - 03.2012

Quality Assurance Specialist -Food Safety Team Leader

JOHNSONS EXPORTS
07.2011 - 10.2011

Microbiologist

SYNERGY SYSTEMS FOOD QUALITY LABORATORY
01.2011 - 07.2011

Master of Science - Biotechnology

Bharathiar University

Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology

Bharathiar University
Jency John