Tejal Hande

• Conducted product benchmarking and market trend analysis for end-to-end development.
• Developed products with third-party manufacturing partnerships to enhance efficiency.
• Executed packaging development strategies to align with quality standards.
• Designed label artwork and ensured compliance with regulatory nutritional labeling requirements.
• Launched products within designated timelines, achieving all project milestones.

• Directed product development from ideation through commercial launch.
• Utilized consumer insights and trends to create innovative nutraceutical products and protein powders.
• Oversaw formulation processes, trials, shelf-life testing, compliance, and quality control.
• Managed pilot runs while collaborating with co-packers and manufacturing partners.
• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to enhance speed-to-market efficiency for new products.

• Oversaw packaging development to align with product stability and marketing requirements for Organic Honey.
• Provided technical support during scale-up and commercialization at manufacturing facilities.
• Identified suitable machinery and procured equipment to enhance product packaging.
• Collaborated with procurement, manufacturing, quality assurance, and marketing teams for successful product launches.
• Developed and maintained detailed product formulations, specifications, and process sheets.
• Conducted sensory evaluations, shelf-life testing, and nutritional analysis to ensure product quality.
• Ensured compliance with FSSAI and relevant food safety regulations.
• Managed vendors and suppliers for ingredients, packaging materials, and process innovations.

• Developed packaging materials for snack foods to enhance product appeal.
• Managed contract manufacturing processes to ensure timely delivery.
• Handled correspondence with food licensing authorities to secure compliance.
• Conducted pricing and cost management to optimize profitability.
• Executed R&D initiatives for sourcing high-quality raw materials.

• Established QSR kitchen operations and trained kitchen staff for optimal performance.
• Developed innovative recipes for food premixes to enhance product offerings.
• Formulated food premixes while managing costs to maximize profitability.
• Conducted market research on similar products to inform development strategies.
• Managed and audited third-party contract manufacturers to ensure compliance and quality standards.

• Conducted research and development within Natural Food Colors Division.
• Developed food additives ensuring stability and functionality in diverse applications.
• Formulated customer-oriented recipes for easy application of products.
• Ensured regulatory compliance for final product distribution.

Over a year of experience, I oversaw food production processes to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement effective production strategies.
Monitored workflows to optimize efficiency across production operations.
Troubleshot production issues to maintain continuous operation and minimize downtime.
Maintained detailed production records to support operational transparency.
Ensured adherence to operational guidelines for consistent quality output.

• 3 years of experience.
• Coordinated production processes, scheduling runs and allocating resources efficiently.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations and operational standards throughout production.
• Monitored performance metrics, identifying improvement areas to enhance efficiency.
• Managed production supervisors and teams, providing support for development and performance.
• Collaborated with purchasing and engineering to secure timely material and equipment availability.
• Developed quality control procedures to meet customer specifications consistently.
• Leveraged knowledge of snack production processes and lean manufacturing tools effectively.
• Streamlined operations in FMCG snacks sector, enhancing overall productivity.

• Ensured product safety, quality, and compliance in food manufacturing setting.
  Performed daily quality checks to maintain standards.
• Collected and tested samples of raw materials and finished products.
• Maintained production and quality control records for accurate reporting.
• Assisted with adherence to food safety regulations, including FSSAI and GMP.

• Conducted daily quality checks to guarantee product integrity in food manufacturing.
• Collected and tested samples of raw materials alongside finished products.
• Maintained production and quality control documentation for compliance.
• Supported compliance with food safety regulations such as FSSAI and GMP.