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FEBA SARA JOHN
Auckland CBD,New Zealand
Summary
Engineering Management graduate with a strong foundation in Food Technology and hands-on experience in quality assurance, workplace safety, and compliance within manufacturing environments. Skilled in hazard identification, risk assessment, incident reporting, and audit support, with working knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and New Zealand Health and Safety requirements. Proven ability to analyse production data, support corrective actions, and promote safe, compliant, and efficient operations. Experienced in process monitoring, hygiene compliance, quality checks, and line optimisation projects. Brings strong problem-solving ability, willingness to learn, and a continuous improvement mindset. Seeking a career in FMCG or hospitality sector.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Retail and Kitchen Operations (Casual)
Ovation Hospitality
08.2025 - Current
- Followed food safety, hygiene, and cleaning SOPs in a commercial kitchen.
- Assisted with food preparation while maintaining temperature control and cross-contamination prevention.
- Supported daily sanitation schedules and workstation cleaning.
- Handled customer orders and POS while ensuring safe food service practices.
- Worked in compliance with NZ food safety standards.
- Demonstrated reliability in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
Quality Assurance Executive
South India Bottling Company Private Limited (Co-Packer HCCB)
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Oversaw quality operations in Packaged Drinking Water, Carbonated Soft Drinks, and Juice Bottling Lines.
- Monitored RO, MIS, and ozonation systems; ensured compliance with food safety standards.
- Verified SCADA readings, CIP processes, and paramix calibration to maintain product consistency.
- Trained in conducting analytical testing of food products and raw materials to ensure compliance with quality and safety specifications.
- Monitor and verify laboratory and online analytical equipment to maintain accurate testing and process control.
- Support quality control systems, including Critical Control Point (CCP) checks and sanitation verification.
- Conducted sensory evaluations, retention sample analysis, and SAP product release reporting.
- Contribute to quality and food safety (QFS) programs, ensuring adherence to company and regulatory requirements.
- Supported global and internal audits, complaint investigations, and trend analysis to improve product quality and operational performance.
- Provide on-line production support to ensure manufacturing processes meet quality standards.
- Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and quality records in line with quality management systems.
- Trained for microbiology testing and RMPM testing.
- Served as Project Head for packaged drinking water line optimization.
Quality Control Trainee
High Range Dairy Cooperative Society
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Ensured quality standards for milk and milk products.
- Conducted inspections, testing, and compliance verification.
- Prepared production cleanliness reports and recommended corrective measures.
Education
Master of Engineering Management -
University of Auckland
New Zealand03-2026
Bachelor of Food Technology -
APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University
Kerala, India07-2023
Skills
- Production line management & operations control
- Equipment handling & performance monitoring
- Knowledge of Food Safety standards (HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000)
- Continuous improvement methodologies
- Documentation
- Understanding of production routines
- Strong interpersonal & relationship-building skills
- Communication (verbal written)
- Negotiation & influencing skills
- Conflict resolution & discipline management
- Employee engagement & culture-building
- Collaboration & teamwork mindset
Certification
- HACCP for Food Manufacturing (Level 3), Highfield Qualifications
- ISO 22000:2018 Internal Audit Training, FHEMS
- Food Safety Supervisor (Level 2), FOSTAC
Internships
Quality Control Intern
Kannan Devan Hills Plantations Company Private Limited - Kerala
Feb 2023
- Developed knowledge of CTC and Orthodox tea processing methods.
- Learned tea grading systems and quality classification.
- Gained hands-on understanding of tea processing machinery operations.
- Built awareness of end-to-end tea manufacturing processes.
Interests
Timeline
Retail and Kitchen Operations (Casual)
Ovation Hospitality
08.2025 - Current
Quality Assurance Executive
South India Bottling Company Private Limited (Co-Packer HCCB)
01.2024 - 01.2025
Quality Control Trainee
High Range Dairy Cooperative Society
08.2023 - 11.2023
Master of Engineering Management -
University of Auckland
Bachelor of Food Technology -
APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University