Karishma M
Microbiologist
Kasargod,Kerala
Summary
Driven by a commitment to excellence, I leveraged my expertise in microbiological testing and quality assurance at MILMA to enhance product safety and customer satisfaction. Skilled in utilizing advanced laboratory instruments and conducting quantitative research, I significantly contributed to reducing contamination risks and improving compliance. My collaborative approach and analytical skills ensured the successful launch of new products, underscoring my results-driven focus.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Analyst Trainee
Dairy Development Department, Government Of Kerala
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted pathogen testing for organisms such as E. coli, Salmonella, and other microorganisms of concern.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance and created calibration charts for in-house equipment.
- Collected water and milk samples from BMC and milk societies.
- Performed swab collections from BMC and milk societies.
- Analyzed milk, milk products, and water samples.
- Verified compliance with microbiological specifications, including total plate count, coliform count, yeast, and mold count.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of laboratory tests and results.
Quality Assurance Coordinator
MILMA
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Inspect raw milk and report accurately.
- Ensure and monitor cleanliness.
- Conduct microbiological tests including total plate count, coliforms, E.coli, MBRT, and yeast and mold count.
- Evaluated accuracy of existing quality assurance measurement techniques, implementing improvements to increase efficacy and reduce errors.
- Conducted regular audits to identify areas of improvement, leading to increased customer satisfaction levels.
Microbiologist
Green Drops Water Solutions
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Ensuring food safety and public health by following Microbiological specifications, such as coliforms and E.coli.
- Reduced contamination risk by maintaining a sterile laboratory environment and adhering to safety protocols.
- Collected and processed specimens for clinical protocols.
- Interpreted research findings and summarized data into reports.
Quality Control Technician
Vittal Agro Industries
12.2018 - 08.2019
- Responsible for monitoring and maintaining quality and compliance targets.
- Monitoring and ensuring adherence to plant cleaning and sanitization by the cleaning teams.
- Monitoring the temperature of raw materials and determining the Critical Control Points (CCP).
- Monitoring and verifying team members' personal hygiene and cleanliness using PRP's checklist.
- Conducting daily inspections of the final product and submitting the inspection report to the Quality Assurance Manager (QAM).
- Monitoring and recording the moisture content of the final product at regular intervals.
- Ensuring microbiological specifications such as total plate count, coliforms, yeast, and mould counts are met.
- Calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment and instruments.
Education
Master of Science - Microbiology
Bharathiar University
Coimbatore, India03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Kannur University
Kerala, India03.2016
Skills
- Microscope
- Autoclave
- Hot air oven
- pH meter
- Plate counting
- Centrifuge
- Probe
- Thermometer
- Laminar Air Flow Chamber
- Incubator
- UV visible spectrophotometer
- Chromatographic techniques
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
Malayalam
Advanced (C1)
Certification
- Project completed in ICAR - CENTRAL PLANTATION CROPS RESEARCH INSTITUTE KASARAGOD, on the topic “Analysis of the Microbiota of composted green coconut husk and mature coconut husk”
- Achieved Highfield Level 3 Award in HACCP for Food Manufacturing with Distinction.
- Completed HACCP Level 2.
- Underwent training in microbiological analysis of food samples at Food Quality Lab and Research Center Private Limited, Kochi.
- Attended National conference to present a poster on Microbial Biotechnology for Sustainable Agriculture & Food Safety at Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, Coimbatore, India
Timeline
Analyst Trainee
Dairy Development Department, Government Of Kerala
10.2023 - Current
Quality Assurance Coordinator
MILMA
01.2022 - 03.2022
Microbiologist
Green Drops Water Solutions
06.2021 - 12.2021
Quality Control Technician
Vittal Agro Industries
12.2018 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Microbiology
Bharathiar University
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Kannur University
- Project completed in ICAR - CENTRAL PLANTATION CROPS RESEARCH INSTITUTE KASARAGOD, on the topic “Analysis of the Microbiota of composted green coconut husk and mature coconut husk”
- Achieved Highfield Level 3 Award in HACCP for Food Manufacturing with Distinction.
- Completed HACCP Level 2.
- Underwent training in microbiological analysis of food samples at Food Quality Lab and Research Center Private Limited, Kochi.
- Attended National conference to present a poster on Microbial Biotechnology for Sustainable Agriculture & Food Safety at Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, Coimbatore, India
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