Khatuna Mamaiashvili
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Technologist
LTD. "Campa" (fruit Juice, Nectar And Juice Prod.)
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Developed innovative food products through extensive research on ingredients, processing techniques, and consumer preferences.
- Enhanced shelf life of perishable items by optimizing packaging materials and storage conditions.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by closely monitoring production processes and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Optimized food safety protocols by regularly reviewing procedures, training staff, and staying updated on industry best practices.
- Designed pilot plant trials of new formulations prior to full-scale production runs, ensuring smooth transitions between R&D stages.
Quality Assurance Manager
LTD "BREADFIELD" (McDonald's Geo. Buns Bakery)
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Trained team members on quality assurance principles, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure adherence to established protocols, maintaining consistency across the organization.
- Implemented corrective action plans based on audit findings, resulting in measurable improvements over time.
- Played a crucial role in refining company manufacturing practices by providing expert guidance on regulatory compliance matters.
- Mentored junior staff members in best practices for quality management, contributing to overall team growth and development.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive quality assurance plans to monitor product quality and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Implemented new quality assurance and customer service standards.
- Monitored staff organization and suggested improvements to daily functionality.
Quality Assurance Manager
McDonald's Georgia (Fresh Produce Factory)
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of product issues, leading to timely resolutions and continuous improvements.
- Trained team members on quality assurance principles, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure adherence to established protocols, maintaining consistency across the organization.
- Managed supplier relationships, enforcing strict standards for incoming materials and components to preserve product integrity and minimize rejections.
- Implemented corrective action plans based on audit findings, resulting in measurable improvements over time.
- Established robust quality documentation systems that ensured traceability throughout the entire production lifecycle.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues and defects.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive quality assurance plans to monitor product quality and adherence to regulatory standards.
Chief Technologist
LTD. "Campa" (fruit Juice, Nectar Prod.)
05.2014 - 01.2019
- Reduced costs by conducting thorough ingredient sourcing analyses, negotiating with suppliers, and implementing cost-saving measures in the production process.
- Optimized food safety protocols by regularly reviewing procedures, training staff, and staying updated on industry best practices.
- Performed regular inspections of production lines to guarantee sanitary environment.
- Provided guidance on improved quality control measures to increase customer satisfaction.
- Communicated and negotiated with ingredient suppliers and vendors to order new ingredients.
- Tested new, alternative raw materials through analysis, sourcing and trials.
- Maintained laboratory conditions by managing and transferring raw materials and flavor stocks.
- Facilitated cost reduction through product improvements.
- Demonstrated knowledge of industry best practices regarding labeling and packaging.
Food Technologist
LTD. “HiPP Georgia”
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by closely monitoring production processes and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop new products that met market demands and generated sales growth.
- Conducted nutritional analyses for various food products to ensure accurate labeling information and compliance with regulations.
- Designed pilot plant trials of new formulations prior to full-scale production runs, ensuring smooth transitions between R&D stages.
- Performed regular inspections of production lines to guarantee sanitary environment.
Main Lab. Assistant, Specialist
Georgian Technical University
09.2010 - 08.2011
- Ensured accurate test results with proper use of lab equipment and adherence to protocols.
- Facilitated effective communication within the research team for efficient progress on project goals.
- Provided assistance in training new lab personnel on proper techniques, safety guidelines, and protocol adherence for smooth integration into the team environment.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Worked closely with lab staff on special projects.
- Properly calibrated and adjusted malfunctioning equipment to achieve precise test results.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
Assistant of Quality Assurance Technologist
LTD “Ioli Group” ( Ethyl Alcohol Production)
09.2009 - 07.2010
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals in a timely manner.
- Reduced overhead costs with vigilant expense monitoring while maintaining a high standard of quality for materials or services utilized.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Established clear communication channels between QA and other departments, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritized product excellence.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Performed tests and inspections to conform to established standards.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues.
Education
Master of Science - Food Technology
Georgian Technical University
Tbilisi, Georgia06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Technology of Fermentation Production
Georgian Technical University
Tbilisi, Georgia06.2006
Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Training and Mentoring
- Critical Thinking
- Cross-functional Collaboration
Certification
LICENCES/TRAININGS/CERTIFICATES
Kingsborough Community College
Office of Continuing Education - CTF05 Practical Paralegal I - Fall 2023;
Borough of Manhattan Community College -AM Bridge - Fall 2023 -ESL;
Kingsborough Community College
Office of Continuing Education Graduated Summer 2021
English as a Second Language - Level 8;
International Food Safety & Quality Network - IFSQN ACADEMY
Practical Food Defense (TACCP) and Food Fraud (VACCP) Training
4 hour live training webinar Certificate Date: October 23, 2020
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Graduated March 2019
NYC Health Academy
NYC Food Protection Certification
C.H.O.W Institute (Colors Hospitality and Opportunities for Workers) NY
Graduated March 2019
Back-of-House Training Program
Certification for: Basic rules for kitchen, vegetable prep, knife skills, mother sauces preparation, basic cooking, food prep, salad preparations, sanitization, proper storage and rotation of foods and etc.
Soft Skills Training
Kingsborough Community College
Office of Continuing Education Graduated Summer 2017
English as a Second Language - Level 7
Loyd's Register
ISO Consulting, LRQA Partner in Georgia Graduated March 2016
Certification for: "HACCP Principles, Interpretations and Application"
ISO Consulting, LRQA Partner in Georgia Graduated April 2013
Certification for: "ISO 9001:2008 Appreciations and Interpretation"
Languages
Georgian
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Russian
Professional Working
Timeline
Chief Technologist
LTD. "Campa" (fruit Juice, Nectar And Juice Prod.)
05.2022 - 10.2022
Quality Assurance Manager
LTD "BREADFIELD" (McDonald's Geo. Buns Bakery)
11.2019 - 06.2021
Quality Assurance Manager
McDonald's Georgia (Fresh Produce Factory)
08.2019 - 06.2021
Chief Technologist
LTD. "Campa" (fruit Juice, Nectar Prod.)
05.2014 - 01.2019
Food Technologist
LTD. “HiPP Georgia”
08.2011 - 05.2014
Main Lab. Assistant, Specialist
Georgian Technical University
09.2010 - 08.2011
Assistant of Quality Assurance Technologist
LTD “Ioli Group” ( Ethyl Alcohol Production)
09.2009 - 07.2010
Master of Science - Food Technology
Georgian Technical University
Bachelor of Science - Technology of Fermentation Production
Georgian Technical University
LICENCES/TRAININGS/CERTIFICATES
Kingsborough Community College
Office of Continuing Education - CTF05 Practical Paralegal I - Fall 2023;
Borough of Manhattan Community College -AM Bridge - Fall 2023 -ESL;
Kingsborough Community College
Office of Continuing Education Graduated Summer 2021
English as a Second Language - Level 8;
International Food Safety & Quality Network - IFSQN ACADEMY
Practical Food Defense (TACCP) and Food Fraud (VACCP) Training
4 hour live training webinar Certificate Date: October 23, 2020
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Graduated March 2019
NYC Health Academy
NYC Food Protection Certification
C.H.O.W Institute (Colors Hospitality and Opportunities for Workers) NY
Graduated March 2019
Back-of-House Training Program
Certification for: Basic rules for kitchen, vegetable prep, knife skills, mother sauces preparation, basic cooking, food prep, salad preparations, sanitization, proper storage and rotation of foods and etc.
Soft Skills Training
Kingsborough Community College
Office of Continuing Education Graduated Summer 2017
English as a Second Language - Level 7
Loyd's Register
ISO Consulting, LRQA Partner in Georgia Graduated March 2016
Certification for: "HACCP Principles, Interpretations and Application"
ISO Consulting, LRQA Partner in Georgia Graduated April 2013
Certification for: "ISO 9001:2008 Appreciations and Interpretation"
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