ANIRUDH (ANI) SOUNDERRAJAN
Pakuranga, Auckland
Summary
Results-driven Food Technologist with a passion for Quality, Project Management, Research and Development, Nutrition, and Food Science. Combining theoretical knowledge from my Food Innovation and Science Degree with hands-on FMCG manufacturing experience, I've excelled in food safety, quality control, and process improvement projects. Proven track record of exceeding expectations and actively seeking new learning opportunities. Possessing exceptional communication, teamwork, and leadership skills, I collaborate effectively with diverse teams and interpret industry insights for meaningful change. Well-versed in applying my expansive skillset to enhance products, processes, and compliance initiatives, making me a valuable team member.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR OPERATOR - MOZZARELLA CHEESE PLANT
Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited
03.2022 - 11.2023
- Skills: Food Packaging, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Problem Solving, Troubleshooting, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Quality Assurance, Analytical Skills, Food Manufacturing, Engineering, Leadership, Risk Assessments, Non-conformances , Audits
- Attained Dairy processing certifications, demonstrating expertise and commitment to continuous improvement. Enhanced production efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing equipment usage.
SENIOR SENSORY TECHNICIAN
Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited
02.2021 - 03.2022
- Skills: SOP Development, Office 365, Food Safety Quality Management System, internal Audits, Quality Control, Project Management, Sensory Evaluation, Leadership
- Oversaw QA&QC stakeholders for 4 cheese plants, labs, and logistics, conducting sensory and functional tests using analytical equipment.
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Skills: Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Calibration, Laboratory Tools
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by implementing new testing procedures and protocols.
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT INTERN
Food Technology
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Skills: Research, Food preparation, Product Development
- Worked on a New Product Development project implementing a natural food colorant from prickly pear
- Extracted the pigment using different non-thermal processing, developed HACCP plan, and conducted stability and food safety tests, sensory assessments, and shelf-life verification of the final product.
QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN
Kaleesuwari Refinery Private Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Skills: Quality Assurance, Quality Control, GMP, Health & Safety, Waste management, Audits
- Enhanced product quality by conducting comprehensive inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN – MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
Bioklone Biotech Private Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Skills: Microbiology, Laboratory Tools
- Executed plasmid isolation and bacterial transformation, including purity checks using sterilization methods, mastering fundamental molecular biology techniques.
Education
Master of Science - Food Innovation
Lincoln University
Lincoln, NZ06.2019
Bachelor of Technology - Biotechnology
Anna University
Chennai05.2018
Skills
- MS Office Products
- New Product Development
- Excellent Work Ethic
- Written Communication
- Documentation
- Research Tools
- Food Safety and Quality
- Machine Operation and Troubleshooting
- Analytical Skills
- Sensory Science
- Data Analysis
- Operational Efficiency
Accomplishments
- Dairy processing Level 3 July 2022
- Dairy Processing Level 4 Oct 2023
- Project management-Initiating & Planning Aug 2023
- Fundamentals of Visualization with Tableau Dec 2023
Affiliations
- Water Kefir: A Review of its Microbiological Profile, Antioxidant Potential and Sensory Quality ACTA SCIENTIFIC NUTRITIONAL HEALTH, May 27, 2020ACTA SCIENTIFIC NUTRITIONAL HEALTH, May 27, 2020
References
Available upon Request
Hobbies
Travelling, Football, Formula 1, Cricket, Quizzing, Fitness, Nutrition, Health & Wellness and Finance
Timeline
SENIOR OPERATOR - MOZZARELLA CHEESE PLANT
Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited
03.2022 - 11.2023
SENIOR SENSORY TECHNICIAN
Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited
02.2021 - 03.2022
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited
08.2020 - 02.2021
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT INTERN
Food Technology
01.2017 - 01.2018
QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN
Kaleesuwari Refinery Private Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2017
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN – MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
Bioklone Biotech Private Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2016
Master of Science - Food Innovation
Lincoln University
Bachelor of Technology - Biotechnology
Anna University
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