Muni Goutham Thota

QA Team Lead

Europe Snack Foods

Wembley, City of London

10.2022 - Current

Led and direct the QA team working to ensure all products produced to agreed standards and specifications with effective management of food safety and quality
Supervision of sites of crisps, extruded, and snack products to ensure product standards were met effectively in conformance to specifications
Supported quality control assessments on the manufacturing floor
Keeping track of and auditing CCPs, as well as checks, records, and prerequisite systems and control processes that are part of site QMS
Performed swab testing of allergens (ATP & 3D) as per agreed schedules to monitor and verify the effectiveness of cleaning standards of processing equipment
Conduct taste panels following procedure ensuring a system of traceability
Inspect raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed of items that did not meet specification requirements
Before pre-production runs, checking all auto verification systems and foreign body detection equipment, such as metal detectors and check weighers, are set up and provide support during production operations as needed
Keeping track of non-conformances and concessions to comply with safety regulations to avoid permissible limits and liaising with all functions
Provide training and guidance to production staff on quality control procedures and best practices
Ensuring health and safety standards are met, and workplace compliance is monitored regularly
Conduct risk assessments of safe systems of work and identify potential hazards in the workplace to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Consistently met and exceeded quality management goals by promoting and incorporating Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) across all production activities.
Conduct sensory evaluations and taste tests to assess product flavour and texture.
Create detailed reports on research findings, which informed management decision making.
Helped resolve complaints related to food quality or contamination swiftly and efficiently.
Executed rigorous quality control tests, ensuring consistency amongst batches of produced goods.
Utilised advanced laboratory equipment for precise measurement and analysis of samples.
Documented technical specifications for each product developed, aiding in future reference or modifications.
Assured food safety by implementing stringent hygiene standards in the lab.
Demonstrated knowledge of industry best practices regarding labelling and packaging.
Maintained detailed documentation for regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline product development processes.
Assisted in establishing quality assurance protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches and compliance with food safety regulations.
Provided technical support during production trials and resolved issues to optimise process efficiency.
Implemented quality control measures and conducted sensory evaluations to maintain product excellence and consistency.
Documented product specifications and development processes to support regulatory compliance and internal audits.
Conducted regular audits of production processes to ensure adherence to established quality standards.