Sumi Nair
Kochi,India
Summary
Experienced Microbiologist with over 15 years of expertise in microbiological analysis, quality assurance, and laboratory management within the food and beverage industry. Proficient in implementing ISO/IEC 17025:2005 standards, conducting internal audits, and ensuring NABL accreditation compliance.
Demonstrated success in developing SOPs, managing measurement uncertainty, and leading training programs on GMP and GHP. Published author with a patent in coconut sap preservation and multiple journal articles. Experienced in academic mentorship and research & development initiatives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Microbiologist
Coconut Development Board
Kerala, India
11.2012 - 02.2025
- Company Overview: Central Government of India (Contractor)
- Conducted microbiological analysis of coconut-based food products as per USFDA (BAM) & IS methods.
- Maintained NABL accreditation through periodic audits.
- Updated documentation as per ISO/IEC 17025:2005 standards.
- Prepared measurement uncertainty data and SOPs for microbiological parameters and lab equipment.
- Calibrated lab equipment and conducted IQCP & ILC programs.
- Maintained reference microbial cultures and inspected manufacturing plants.
- Delivered training sessions on GMP, GHP, and GLP.
- Guided undergraduate and postgraduate academic projects.
- Participated in R&D for new product development and standardization.
- Patent Published: A method of Processing Standardized Coconut Inflorescence sap (Neera) with improved shelf life, 2015.
- Publications in Indian Coconut Journal (2015 & 2016) on Neera processing and coconut milk technologies.
- Conducted environmental monitoring and ensured lab sterility.
- Managed overall microbiology lab functions.
- Central Government of India (Contractor)
Microbiologist
Matha Hospital
Kerala, India
11.2012 - 02.2025
- Conducted bacteriological analysis of medical samples (blood, sputum, urine, swab samples, etc.).
- Performed antibiotic assay and immunological tests.
Section In Charge – Microbiology
Franklin Technical Services
Kerala, India
11.2010 - 11.2012
- Established a quality testing lab (chemical & microbiology) per ISO 17025:2005.
- Drafted quality manuals, SOPs, and equipment documentation.
- Performed microbiological analysis of ice cream and raw materials.
- Standardized yogurt production and inspected food/water hygiene.
- Trained plant workers and supervisors on GMP and GHP.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Microbiology
Periyar University
Tamil Nadu, India05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Microbiology & Zoology
Mahathma Gandhi University
Kerala, India04.2005
Higher Secondary - Science
Kerala State Board
Kerala, India03.2002
SSLC -
St Paul's Girls High School
Kerala, India12.2000
Skills
- Microbiological analysis
- Quality control
- Regulatory compliance
- Laboratory management
- Document control
- Equipment calibration
- Training delivery
- Environmental monitoring
- Quality control procedures
- Equipment maintenance
Training
- Microbiological Analysis of Spice Products, Spices Board, Cochin, Kerala, India, 12/01/16
- Measurement Uncertainty, Bureau of Indian Standards, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, 10/01/15
- Lab Quality System & Internal Audit (IS/ISO/IEC 17025), BIS, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, 09/01/14
- FSMS Implementation & Internal Audit (ISO22000:2005), KIED, Kerala, Kerala, India, 03/01/14
- Food & Drinking Water Microbiological Analysis, EnviroDesigns Eco Labs, Kerala, Kerala, India, 11/01/10, 08/31/11
- Food Microbiology per IS/USFDA/BAM/AOAC, CEPC Laboratory, Kollam, Kerala, India, 04/01/08, 05/31/08
- Water Analysis (IS14543:2004 & IS10500:1991), CEPC Laboratory, Kollam, Kerala, India, 05/01/08, 06/30/08
- Food Processing and Preservation, Food Craft Institute, Kerala, Kerala, India, 04/01/14, 05/31/14
- Seafood Processing & Quality Control, Integrated Fisheries Project, Cochin, Kerala, India, 04/01/03, 05/31/03
- Diagnostic Microbiology, Mangalam Diagnostics, Kerala, Kerala, India, 12/01/09, 01/31/09
Publications and Patents
- Patent - A method of Processing Standardized Coconut Inflorescence sap (Neera) with improved shelf life, Indian Patent Office Journal, 06/26/15
- Articles Published in Indian coconut Journal
- Significance of Pasteurization in Neera Processing, Indian Coconut Journal, 03/01/15
- Quality Measures in Neera Processing, Indian Coconut Journal, 03/01/16
- Coconut Milk Processing Technology, Indian Coconut Journal, 03/01/16
Timeline
Microbiologist
Coconut Development Board
11.2012 - 02.2025
Microbiologist
Matha Hospital
11.2012 - 02.2025
Section In Charge – Microbiology
Franklin Technical Services
11.2010 - 11.2012
Master of Science - Applied Microbiology
Periyar University
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Microbiology & Zoology
Mahathma Gandhi University
Higher Secondary - Science
Kerala State Board
SSLC -
St Paul's Girls High School
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