Rupa Devi Magapu
East Providence
Summary
Detail-oriented Food Safety and Quality Assurance professional with 5 years of experience in government and corporate food sectors, including warehouse management, QA oversight, and lab-based testing. Proven expertise in root cause analysis methodologies (Fishbone, Flow Charts, Pareto), preventive action planning, and pest control implementation. Proficient in conducting microbiological, chemical, and physical analysis, managing internal audits, and ensuring regulatory compliance under HACCP, FSMA, and ISO 22000. Adept at working with large-scale food manufacturing and passionate about improving food safety systems through data-driven process optimization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Quality Assistant / Barista
Starbucks
10.2024 - Current
- Performed QA oversight in a high-volume foodservice environment, ensuring allergen verification, sanitation inspections, and HACCP compliance.
- Monitored thawing procedures and ensured food safety through proper temperature checks.
- Conducted microbiological testing, ATP swabbing, and allergen checks to verify sanitation effectiveness.
- Maintained QA/QC documentation, including CCPs, HACCP logs, and sanitation records to support internal audits and food safety readiness.
- Investigated customer complaints using root cause analysis tools such as Fishbone diagrams, flowcharts, and Pareto analysis to implement effective CAPA.
- Utilized Jolt software for digital temperature logs, allergen control tracking, and QA reporting.
- Trained new hires on safe thawing practices, food safety handling, and allergen cross-contact prevention in compliance with OSHA and FSMA.
Village Agriculture and Food Officer
Government of Andhra Pradesh
11.2020 - 07.2024
- Supervised warehouse operations and quality assurance at government procurement centers, ensuring food safety and compliance with storage standards.
- Conducted traceability audits and maintained digital compliance reports using FSMS protocols and BRC requirements.
- Led pest control programs and environmental hygiene inspections across storage and transport chains.
- Implemented root cause analysis using Fishbone diagrams and Pareto charts for contamination events and operational deviations.
- Executed CAPA and preventive action strategies for recurring food safety issues at the field and warehouse levels.
- Trained over 100 farmers and staff in allergen management, HACCP, pest control, and GMP practices.
- Conducted physical, chemical, and microbiological testing of stored crops and ensured documentation aligned with ISO 22000 and FDA guidelines.
Quality Control Executive
Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd.
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Conducted chemical and microbiological testing of raw fruits, semi-processed materials, and finished juices to ensure adherence to FSSAI, ISO 22000, and customer specifications.
- Performed regular analysis for Brix, pH, titratable acidity, TSS, vitamin C content, yeast & mold, and total plate count using calibrated lab equipment.
- Executed daily pre-operational hygiene checks and CIP verification to support plant sanitation.
- Created and validated calibration schedules for lab instruments to ensure accuracy and reduce deviations.
- Monitored CCPs, reviewed pasteurization records, and validated time-temperature parameters.
- Maintained detailed QA documentation including test logs, hold-release records, and deviation reports.
- Participated in mock recalls and traceability drills to test system readiness.
- Collaborated on GLP implementation and trained staff on basic food safety.
- Gained hands-on exposure to HACCP systems, juice processing QA, and complaint resolution procedures.
Industrial Intern
Nagarjuna Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd.
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Performed hygiene audits through environmental swab sampling (contact & non-contact surfaces) using sterile sponges and test kits to assess microbiological risks.
- Assisted in conducting chemical residue analysis, water quality testing, and surface sanitation effectiveness assessments.
- Supported GMP audits and contributed to FSMS documentation by maintaining logs on cleaning schedules, pest sightings, and non-conformance reports.
- Participated in quality control sampling of fertilizer handling processes to assess storage cleanliness and equipment safety.
- Created reports on audit findings and assisted in implementing basic CAPA under the supervision of QA officers.
- Contributed to training sessions for plant workers on personal hygiene, cross-contamination prevention, and food safety basics.
- Gained early exposure to internal audit procedures, sanitation programs, and quality control practices in a manufacturing setting.
Education
M.S. - Food Innovation & Technology
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI12-2025
B.S. - Agriculture
Centurion University of Technology & Management
Odisha, India05-2019
Skills
- Food Safety & QA: HACCP, GMP, FSMA, ISO 22000, CAPA, RCA, SOPs, Allergen Control, BRC
- Tools: SAP, SafetyChain, Clarisoft, MS Excel, Jolt, QA Logs
- Compliance: FDA, Internal Audits, QA Training, FSMS Readiness, Food Defense, OSHA
- Documentation: QA Reports, Traceability, Sanitation Protocols, Pre-op Logs, Pest Control
Awards
- Best Officer – Government of Andhra Pradesh.
- Best Volunteer Runner-Up Nominee – Women in the Changing World of Work Award
Certification
- HACCP
- ISO 22000
- GMP Certified
- FDA Food Defense 101
- SOP Writing
- Food Allergen Awareness
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- Packaging Design
- HACCP (SOP) Auditor
- Project Management for QA Leaders
Professional Development
Certified Angus Beef Annual Conference Attendee – Ohio, USA
- Attended an international conference focused on premium beef quality standards, sustainable sourcing, and large-scale meat manufacturing practices.
- Gained global exposure to advanced QA systems, traceability protocols, and innovation in beef production at an industry-leading scale.
Timeline
Food Quality Assistant / Barista
Starbucks
10.2024 - Current
Village Agriculture and Food Officer
Government of Andhra Pradesh
11.2020 - 07.2024
Quality Control Executive
Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd.
05.2019 - 08.2020
Industrial Intern
Nagarjuna Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd.
06.2018 - 12.2018
M.S. - Food Innovation & Technology
Johnson & Wales University
B.S. - Agriculture
Centurion University of Technology & Management
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