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MENAGA SHANMUGAM

Northampton

Summary

Biotechnology graduate with strong skills in chemical sampling, microbiological sampling, laboratory analysis, and quality control. Experienced in recording data entry and reporting of analysis, calibration of laboratory equipment, microbiological testing, chemical assays, and food safety compliance. Knowledgeable in hygiene, 5S standards, SOPs, OPLs, and laboratory stock control. Flexible and motivated to work independently and as part of a team. Seeking to contribute as a Lab Technician at Carlsberg Britvic.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Coder

Episource Pvt Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Reviewed patient charts and medical records with a focus on data accuracy, reporting, and quality control.
  • Produced reports ensuring compliance with documentation standards and SOPs.
  • Skills gained: data entry, analysis, SOP adherence, auditing, and compliance — directly transferable to laboratory analysis, reporting, and quality assurance.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Industrial Biotechnology

Government College of Technology, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
01.2016
  • Conducted microbiological testing: culture preparation, microbial growth monitoring, plating techniques, sterilisation, aseptic handling.
  • Performed chemical testing: pH measurement, titrations, chromatography, spectrophotometry, biochemical assays.
  • Assisted with calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
  • Ensured accurate recording of laboratory data and reporting of analysis following structured SOPs and OPLs.
  • Maintained laboratory hygiene, 5S, and food safety standards.
  • Managed stock control of laboratory consumables.

Higher Secondary Certificate - Biology

Bharathi Vidyalaya, Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu
01.2012
School Topper

Skills

  • Chemical sampling and analysis
  • Microbiological sampling and analysis
  • Sensory panels and sensory training support
  • Calibration and maintenance of lab equipment
  • Recording data entry and reporting of analysis
  • SOP writing, OPL documentation, auditing, compliance
  • Hygiene, food safety, contamination control
  • 5S standards in laboratory environments
  • Purchasing and stock control of lab consumables
  • Microbiological testing: culture preparation, plating, sterilisation, aseptic handling
  • Chemical testing: pH testing, titrations, chromatography, spectrophotometry, biochemical assays
  • Data analysis, interpretation, accuracy in reporting
  • Problem solving Teamwork Independent working Communication

Additional Information

  • Right to work in the UK
  • Based in Northampton, available for full-time permanent roles
  • Interested in developing further expertise in chemical and microbiological sampling, sensory training, calibration, SOP writing, and quality system

Timeline

Clinical Coder - Episource Pvt Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bharathi Vidyalaya - Higher Secondary Certificate, Biology
Government College of Technology - Bachelor of Technology, Industrial Biotechnology

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