Jayaram Thatavarthi
Fond du Lac,WI
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Supervisor
MSI Express
10.2023 - Current
- Managing a team of 6 QA techs, 1 lead, and 11 hold crew members, responsible weekly schedules, performance reviews, and corrective action meetings
- Establishing and reviewing of HACCP programs.
- Assist in development and implementation of the SQF system.
- Responsible for calibrating of equipment(monthly, quarterly, yearly)
- Responsible for directing 30 employees during no-production schedules and when lines were down
- Responsible for monitoring CCP's.
- Responsible for training Qa technicians, document control specialist on batch corrections, lab equipment, food safety and quality standards hold processes.
- Oversaw hold area operations, ensuring GMP compliance, and responsible for rework processes.
- Demonstrated strong proficiency in Nulogy and SafetyChain software for managing workflows, documentation, and compliance.
- Responsible for profit and loss management for the hold pallets and minimizing waste.
- Responsible for approving for next productions runs by inspecting production equipment after CIP including conducting ATP swabbing procedures and allergen swabbing.
- Released raw materials based on COA specifications and coordinated with production supervisors to ensure the FEFO of raw materials.
- Responsible for releasing all produced products by notifying customers after receiving micro results and completing evaluation procedures.
- Reviewed and approved all operator checks in SafetyChain, provided retraining as needed, and maintained accurate records.
- Coordinated quality and production issues with the quality manager, developed corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and communicated with customers about holds, raw materials, and specification changes.
- Developed and implemented case and carton codes in Clarisoft software, conducted monthly GMP audits, and addressed audit findings with management and responsible teams.
- Participated in safety team activities, including hazard analysis and drills
- Investigated customer complaints, implemented corrective actions, and provided coaching to staff
- Led pre-shift meetings.
- Responsible for blocking and releasing of product using SAP.
- Assisted with new product launches and managed customer sampling plans.
- Fostered a positive work environment, supported continuous improvement initiatives, and participated in safety investigations using fishbone analysis
- Managed orientation and training for new hires, ensuring they were well-versed in company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.
Quality Lead
MSI Express
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed the crew working in the hold area, ensuring compliance with GMP and sanitation standards
- Blocking and releasing of products using SAP.
- Trained staff on lab techniques, including brix, pH, acid, vitamin, color, oxygen level, and sensory analysis, ensuring accurate and consistent results
- Conducted regular internal audits, identifying and addressing food safety and quality-related issues
- Investigated customer complaints, implemented corrective actions, and managed rework processes to resolve issues
- Performed regular inspection and monitoring of equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards
- Led environmental control and safety initiatives, including HACCP compliance and identifying safety hazards
- Developed and executed action plans to improve food safety and quality, while maintaining a strong focus on continuous improvement
FSQ Clerk
FLYING FOOD GROUP
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Reviewed and maintained all Quality Assurance and Quality Control records, including CCPs, HACCP, USDA, and FDA documentation
- Played a key role in evaluating and improving food safety processes and procedures
- Oversaw the inspection of incoming raw materials and outgoing finished goods to ensure the highest quality products are delivered to customers
- Trained employees on company policies and procedures to ensure compliance and high standards
- Conducted close observations of production processes from preparation to packaging to maintain product integrity
- Performed weekly evaluations of products and ingredients, such as Chef Tables, to ensure quality
- Conducted necessary temperature checks and verifications during dispatching and packing to ensure product safety
- Carried out microbiological testing, including internal and external tests such as in-house ATP assessments
- Possessed a strong understanding of Jolt software and provided training to chefs and the receiving team
- Investigated customer complaints, presenting step-by-step findings to supervisors and managers
- Responsible for audit preparation, ensuring the plant is audit-ready by conducting internal audits and sending daily reports to responsible departments
- Managed the calibration of production equipment
- Enforced proper GMP procedures among all department employees to maintain a safe and compliant work environment
- Closely monitored thawing procedures and conducted temperature checks to ensure food safety
Education
M.S. - Food Science and Nutrition
ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Chicago12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Horticulture
PDKV UNIVERSITY
Akola, Maharashtra06.2020
Skills
- Quality Control inspections
- SQF
- Auditing
- GMP
- Product development
- QA testing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Problem Solving
- Statistical Analysis
- Quality Evaluation of Products
- Sensory Evaluation
- Handling of Analytical Instruments
- Sample review
- Sterilization
- Proficiency in Word
- Proficiency in Excel
- Proficiency in Access
- Proficiency in PowerPoint
- Profit and loss management
Certification
- Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA)
- HACCP (Illinois Institute of Technology)
- Better Process Control (University of Tennessee)
- GMP (Part 117 Cornell University), Food Defense
- SQF (Auditing SQF Food Safety Systems)
- SQF (Advanced SQF Practitioner)
- Food Safety and Hygiene
- First aid responder
- CPR, Blood born Pathogen
- FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Six Sigma - Green belt
- ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management system
Projects
Product Development Team Project, Developed a Plant-Based Chorizo. Collaborated with a team to research and create a plant-based chorizo, focusing on flavor profile, texture, and nutritional value. Conducted market analysis to identify consumer trends and preferences in plant-based alternatives. Utilized food science principles to optimize recipe formulation and ensure product quality. Performance Management Team Project, Collaboration with Fresh Factory. Collaborated with the Fresh Factory team to develop a commercialization tool using Asana. Streamlined project workflows and enhanced team communication to improve operational efficiency. Analyzed key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and track project progress. Presented tool functionalities and benefits to stakeholders, facilitating a smoother implementation process.
Volunteer Experience
- Research Assistant, Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH), Chicago, IL, United States, 09/22, 12/22, FDA Project at IFSH. Examination of Power Ultrasound and Acid-Hurdle Technology to reduce Foodborne Pathogens on Fresh produce.
- Research Assistant, Illinois Tech, Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH), Chicago, IL, United States, 08/23, 12/23, Fabrication of different polymer materials on micro compounder. Extruding the polymer nanocomposite material and analyzing the migration of nanoparticles into food. Working with Raman microscopy, X-ray diffraction, CP-MS and FTIR spectroscopy.
Timeline
Quality Supervisor
MSI Express
10.2023 - Current
Quality Lead
MSI Express
06.2023 - 10.2023
FSQ Clerk
FLYING FOOD GROUP
01.2023 - 05.2023
M.S. - Food Science and Nutrition
ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Bachelor of Science - Horticulture
PDKV UNIVERSITY