ALI D. SOHRAB

Worked at Fonterra, a globally recognized dairy company ranked among the world's top 20.

• Determined and tested samples and products using analytical instruments: Gas Chromatograph or GC; Liquid Chromatograph or HPLC; Infrared Spectrometer or FTIR; Melting Point Apparatus; Automatic Titroprocessors; Moisture Analyzers; pH meters; Flash Point Testers (Open and Closed-Cup); Refractometers; Viscometers; Liquid Dielectric Testers; Spectrophotometer; Microwave Ashing System; Centrifuge;Karl Fisher Moisture, RG, Free Fat, Chloride, TA, Bulk Density, Protein, Oven Moisture, Lactoferrin and Oil Analyzing (FFA, PV & FAME) and Vitamin C.
• Developed expertise in HPLC (Waters Millennium) for 3+ years at Fonterra.
• Provided in-process test results and final chemical analysis for production on incoming milk, silo milk, vat milk and vat whey, cream, cheese, whey powder, various production samples, purchased ingredients and raw materials.
• Preparation and analysis of milk and cream samples to determine Trichloromethane (TCM) levels using GC. TCM is a chemical residue that can be formed when chlorine based detergents are used in the cleaning process of bulk tanks.
• Performed chemical testing of in-process samples, finished products, purchased special samples pertaining to quality control.
• Completed recordkeeping, filing, general health and safety and data entry duties.

• Research assistant at the School of Environment, assessed inland water quality in New Zealand using satellite images

• Assisted chemists with various laboratory tasks.
• Collected water and wastewater samples and performed analyses following standard procedures.
• Monitored chemical and physical processes, conducting quality assurance tests.
• Set up laboratory equipment and prepared chemical solutions.
• Performed tests, interpreted and analyzed data.
• Compiled results, generated reports, and presented conclusions.
• Operated advanced laboratory equipment, ensuring proper maintenance of inventory.
• Adhered to environmental protocols and safety rules throughout experiments.

• Assisted with several chemistry and biology research projects

• Assisted chemists in all types of lab work including water quality monitoring