Hasrat Abbas
Dammam,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Results-oriented, safety-focused and skilled food technologist having comprehensive food industry exposure and 09+ years of experience in internal food safety audit, quality assurance. Enthusiastic training professional successful at developing training plans and supplementary materials to help students excel. Comfortable with remote training technology and methodologies. Precise Quality Assurance Manager proficient in all QA operations, policies and procedures. Committed to thoroughly assessing product quality and manufacturing processes to achieve excellent results and customer satisfaction. Methodical Quality Assurance Manager with superb problem-solving and analytical abilities. Keeps meticulous records and identify and troubleshoot problems. Specialties include operational improvements, program implementation and documentation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Safety & Public Health Trainer
Al Arkkan Training Center
10.2019 - Current
- Conducting food safety trainings of employees in food production sectors, while providing health safety trainings to employees in public health sectors
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Optimized training delivery schedules, accommodating diverse learning styles and work commitments.
- Promoted a culture of ongoing learning within the education community through professional development opportunities tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
Assistant Quality Assurance Manager
Oriental Fruits (PVT). LTD
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Executed HACCP & ISO audits and delivered HACCP & ISO trainings to staff, while ensuring food safety from raw material to consumption
- Conducted sensory lab test of food product (citrus concentrate), while addressing & resolving issues related to final product storage and transportation
- Adeptly handled HACCP & ISO documentations
- Championed the adoption of best practices in quality control methodologies across the organization, leading to improved consistency in product output.
- Evaluated suppliers based on performance metrics to ensure only top-quality materials were utilized in production processes.
- Identified root causes of recurring issues through detailed analysis, working closely with relevant teams to implement corrective actions swiftly.
- Conducted thorough audits on production lines to ensure adherence to quality standards, minimizing defects and errors.
- Provided comprehensive training to production staff on quality control procedures, enhancing their understanding and skill set.
Quality Assurance Executive
airBlue Flight Catering
12.2016 - 12.2018
- Prepared quality documentation and reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends.
- Planned, conducted and monitored testing and inspection of materials and finished product quality.
- Achieved quality assurance objectives by contributing information and analysis to strategic plans and reviews and preparing and completing action plans.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in order to drive innovation within QA department.
- Conducted regular audits of manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Validated quality processes by establishing product specifications and quality attributes and updating quality assurance procedures.
- Trained employees in best practices for quality assurance, fostering culture of continuous improvement throughout organization.
- Identified training needs and organized training interventions to meet quality standards.
Assistant Manager Quality Assurance
Aiman Foods and Beverages Co.
11.2015 - 11.2016
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
- Engaged with customers to gather feedback, using insights to improve service and product offerings.
- Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring safe environment for both staff and customers.
- Collaborated with management team to set sales targets and strategies, achieving consistent sales growth.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
Quality Control Officer
Kitchen Cuisine Flight Catering
09.2014 - 10.2015
- Developed PCS (Process Control Sheets), managed FIFO method, and provided HACCP & ISO trainings to staff
- Coached and mentored junior employees.
- Approved incoming materials by confirming specifications and taking measurement tests.
- Trained and coached existing and new employees on multiple investigative case types and internal control processes.
- Inspected incoming products for adherence to labeling laws and company quality standards.
Education
Master of Science - Food Technology
University of Agriculture Faisalabad
Faisalabad, Pakistan01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Food Sciences And Technology
University of Sargodha
Sargodha, Pakistan01.2011
Skills
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Computer Literacy
- Public Speaking
- Learning Styles
- Online Training Tools
- Attention to Detail
- Coaching and Development
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Internal Audits
- Employee Training
- Complaint Investigation
- Goals Setting
- Customer Service
Certification
- HACCP Level 02
- Sensory Evaluation and Its Techniques
- Emerging Issues on Food Safety
- LERC Workshop
- MS Word & Excel
Accomplishments
- Conducted internal Food Safety Audit and ensured compliance with food safety regulatory standards to improve food safety across whole chain from raw material to consumption of final product in airBlue Flight Catering and Oriental Fruits Limited
- Rendered responsibilities as key member and successfully achieved ISO and HALAL certifications in airBlue Flight Catering
Hobbies
Watching Football (Laliga, EPL, UEFA)
Cricket (ICC Events and Pakistan National Team)
Reading Books on Self Help, Psychology, History and Philosophy.
Languages
Urdu, Punjabi
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Food Safety & Public Health Trainer
Al Arkkan Training Center
10.2019 - Current
Assistant Quality Assurance Manager
Oriental Fruits (PVT). LTD
01.2019 - 08.2019
Quality Assurance Executive
airBlue Flight Catering
12.2016 - 12.2018
Assistant Manager Quality Assurance
Aiman Foods and Beverages Co.
11.2015 - 11.2016
Quality Control Officer
Kitchen Cuisine Flight Catering
09.2014 - 10.2015
Master of Science - Food Technology
University of Agriculture Faisalabad
Bachelor of Science - Food Sciences And Technology
University of Sargodha
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