Open To Work
GANESH MALAPATI
Louisville,KY
Summary
A Food Science graduate with a strong understanding of HACCP, Food Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety plans, Quality Assurance, packaging processes, seeking a challenging position in the food industry where I can apply my academic knowledge, laboratory skills, and passion innovation to contribute to product development and improve food quality and safety standards with strong problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Coordinator
TEASDALE LATIN FOODS
Louisville, KY
06.2025 - Current
- Conducted quality checks on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure compliance with company policies, FDA&USDA regulatory standards.
- Monitored production lines to ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices and quality protocols.Led quality assurance initiatives to enhance product consistency and customer satisfaction.
- Performed sensory evaluations and shelf-life studies to maintain high-quality standards.
- Developed and implemented testing protocols for new food products to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Developing and implementing SOPs, SSOP, calibrating laboratory equipment, and maintaining detailed quality records for compliance.
- Maintain sanitation schedule, and performing hygienic restoration programs, collecting environmental air samples. Conducting the Microbial tests and analyzing in detail and implement necessary action.
- Conducting Pre operational inspections and necessary actions taken as required, internal auditing such as GMP, Food Defense auditing, Bulk receiving auditing, Metal detection, Checkweigher audits. Maintaining Records.
- Supporting & participating in non-conformance investigations corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address quality defects.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to reduce production defects, uphold hygiene and sanitation standards in production areas.
- Coordinated with developers to troubleshoot issues discovered during testing, expediting resolution times and minimizing delays in product release schedules.
- Developed and implemented quality assurance strategies to enhance product reliability.
- Conducted thorough testing and evaluation of software applications for performance issues.
- Trained and mentored junior QA staff on best practices in testing methodologies.
Quality Assurance Lead Technician
Compass Group
Oklahoma City, OK
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Worked as a quality team lead by maintaining high performance standards, overseeing daily tasks, delegating responsibilities, and ensuring smooth operations in fastpaced environment.
- Conducted thorough inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.
- Developed and implemented testing protocols to improve product reliability and consistency.
- Analyzed data trends to recommend process improvements and enhance product quality metrics.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all quality-related activities, facilitating easy access to records when need. Conducting internal audits, Maintaining CCP and TCS for food safety, maintaining food pantry and temperature log records.
- Analyzed test results and provided actionable insights to stakeholders for informed decision-making.
- Reduced software defects by conducting thorough code reviews and debugging sessions.
- Inspected finished products for overall quality and adherence to Allergen control specifications.
QUALITY TECHNICIAN
HECTOR BEVERAGES PVT.LTD
Visakhapatnam, India
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulations.
- Monitored production lines to ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices and quality protocols.
- Performed sensory evaluations and shelf-life studies to maintain high-quality standards.
- Developed and maintained detailed documentation of quality assurance procedures and findings.
- Assisted in developing and implementing calibrating laboratory equipment, and maintaining detailed quality records for compliance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve production process, conducted root cause analyses for identified defects, implementing preventive measures to minimize recurrence rates.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility. Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Trained new team members on quality control practices and inspection techniques.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in regular team meetings and sharing insights about potential areas of improvement.
- Streamlined data collection methods for test results, enabling faster analysis and decision-making regarding product improvements.
- Reduced customer complaints with proactive identification of potential issues during routine testing procedures.
Education
Master's Degree - Food Science and Nutrition
University of Central Oklahoma
05-2025
Master's Degree - Agronomy
Amity University
07-2021
Bachelor's (Hons.) Degree - Agricultural sciences
DR. PDKV University
06-2019
Skills
- HACCP GMP Food Safety Quality Assurance Product Inspection Quality Control Quality Management Attention to detail Teamwork Time management Collaboration Laboratory Skills Microsoft word Excel PowerPoint SPSSStrategic Decision-makingAudit complianceInternal auditingCorrective actionsDocument control
Certification
- PCQI
- Certified HACCP Principles and Good Manufacturing Practices Training for Food Processors and Manufacturers - INTERNATIONAL HACCP ALLIANCE - March 2025.
- SERV Safe Food Protection Manager – March 2025.
- GMP certified
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Quality Assurance Coordinator
TEASDALE LATIN FOODS
06.2025 - Current
Quality Assurance Lead Technician
Compass Group
09.2023 - 05.2025
QUALITY TECHNICIAN
HECTOR BEVERAGES PVT.LTD
10.2021 - 06.2023
Master's Degree - Food Science and Nutrition
University of Central Oklahoma
Master's Degree - Agronomy
Amity University
Bachelor's (Hons.) Degree - Agricultural sciences
DR. PDKV University
WEBSITES, PORTFOLIOS, PROFILES
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ganesh-malapati-07028a229