MANIKANDAN J
Sr.Quality Executive
Summary
Results-driven and detail-oriented Quality Professional with extensive experience in food industry compliance, quality systems management, and regulatory standards such as FSSAI, HACCP, and ISO 22000. Adept at leading cross-functional audits, supplier quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product safety, consistency, and operational efficiency. Seeking a senior or managerial role in a forward-thinking food organization where I can drive strategic quality goals, strengthen regulatory alignment, and foster a culture of excellence in food safety and compliance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sr.Quality Executive
FreshMenu
05.2024 - Current
- Train kitchen staff and handlers on hygiene, safety protocols, and SOP adherence.
- Maintain and audit documentation for internal and external audits (FSSAI, customer, etc.).
- Preparing SOP and Checklist for the kitchens
- Working with OPS and R&D team to improve the Quality and Process through Kitchen
- Introducing quality standards and regulations to kitchen
- Prepare reports on deviations, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Liaise with regulatory bodies during inspections.
Sr.Quality Executive
ARMAN FOODTECH PVT LTD
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Overseeing quality assurance for third-party and in-house food production units, ensuring regulatory compliance and product integrity.
- Managing quality teams and establishing fully functional quality labs aligned with industry standards.
- Addressing customer complaints through detailed RCA and implementing effective CAPA strategies.
- Conducting internal audits and maintaining FSSAI-compliant documentation for food safety certifications.
- Delivering GMP and GHP training to staff, promoting a strong hygiene and food safety culture.
R&D Executive & Quality
ARMAN FOODTECH PVT LTD
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Leading end-to-end project management and conceptualization of innovative food products aligned with market trends and regulatory norms.
- Driving fortification strategies and enhancement of existing product lines for improved nutritional profiles.
- Managing third-party validation and regulatory approvals for new product launches.
- Overseeing production line design and optimization, ensuring seamless scalability and operational efficiency.
- Conducting machinery research, evaluation, and integration to enhance process automation and throughput.
Line Quality Executive
ARMAN FOOD TECH
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Verify lab protocols, analytical efficacy, and overall quality control.
- Assess workforce deployment, CCP implementation, and vendor oversight.
- Review document integrity, audit methodologies, and analyze trends for pest control and process enhancement.
QC/QA
aavin
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Sanitization of production line
- Laboratory analysis of products
- Production quality analysis
- CCP control
- Sample analysis of products
- Raw material analysis
- Documentation
QC
KALEESUWARI REFINERY
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Accurately testing of oils, packaging materials, and their components, chemical inventory.
QC/QA
K.R BAKES
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Skilled knowledge of handcraft baking,packaging Technique
- Customer handling and Marketing
- Machine operating like Slicer,over,Cream mixer
Education
B.Tech - FOOD TECHNOLOGY
JCT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
Coimbatore, India 01.2018 - 01.2022
HSC -
S.N.M, Matric Higher Secondary School
Sivakasi, India 01.2016 - 01.2018
SSLC -
S.N.M Matric Higher Secondary School
Sivakasi, IndiaSkills
Advanced Microsoft skills
Presentation development
Digital record management
Regulatory compliance management
Risk assessment and control verification
Laboratory analysis expertise
Effective communication skills
Production oversight
Compliance auditing
Data analysis
Sensory analysis
Accomplishments
- FOSTAC Food safety Supervisor
- HACCP level 3
- Auditing Skills Development ISO 19011:2018 Guidelines
- Food safety level 4
Projects
Millet mix with high proteins
Comparison of other millet products with the developed product of the team
in a basis of high quality of protein as well as in low cost. Physio - chemical
and microbial analysis analysis of developed product.
Affiliations
- Preparation of Flavored milk powder by using “MAZAFATIDATES”.
- The preparation of “MILLET SPREAD BY INCORPORATION THE
FINGER MILLET AND PEARL MILLET".
- Development of nutrition rich bar by incorporation brassicaoleracea extract and malusdomestica in Ragi bar.
- Review paper on “corn and corn based product".
Language
English
Hindi
Kannada
Tamil
Malayalam
Personal Information
- Father's Name: K. Jeyaprakash
- Blood Group: AB+
- Date of Birth: 12/23/00
Timeline
Sr.Quality Executive
FreshMenu
05.2024 - Current
Sr.Quality Executive
ARMAN FOODTECH PVT LTD
02.2024 - 04.2024
R&D Executive & Quality
ARMAN FOODTECH PVT LTD
01.2023 - 02.2024
Line Quality Executive
ARMAN FOOD TECH
08.2022 - 01.2023
QC/QA
aavin
05.2022 - 06.2022
QC
KALEESUWARI REFINERY
03.2021 - 04.2021
QC/QA
K.R BAKES
07.2020 - 08.2020
B.Tech - FOOD TECHNOLOGY
JCT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
01.2018 - 01.2022
HSC -
S.N.M, Matric Higher Secondary School
01.2016 - 01.2018
SSLC -
S.N.M Matric Higher Secondary School