Professional with extensive background in Food and Packaging standards along with Quality, regulatory compliance and risk management. Proven ability to develop and implement effective compliance programs, ensuring adherence to industry standards and legal requirements. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skills include policy development, auditing, and stakeholder communication, with reputation for reliability and integrity.
Hi, I’m
Priti Saini
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Overview
15
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Visy Board Ltd
National Compliance Manager
07.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Managed compliance efforts, reporting and audits.
- Reduced risk exposure for the company by identifying and addressing areas of noncompliance.
- Prepared records and data for regular audits i.e External and Internal Audits
- Reviewed documents, files, transcripts, and other records to assess compliance and potential risk.
- Streamlined compliance processes by implementing efficient monitoring systems and tools.
- Consulted with clients on best practices and served as project manager for all process improvements and regulatory initiatives.
- Developed and delivered training programs to inform new and current employees about compliance issues.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish clear compliance guidelines and expectations for all departments.
- Monitored emerging trends in regulatory requirements, anticipating potential impacts on the organization''s operations.
- Supported the implementation of new regulations within the organization by developing strategic plans and action items for each department.
- Prepared and presented comprehensive reports to upper management and audit team, covering issues and recommendations.
- Improved communication channels between departments by establishing regular meetings and reporting structures related to compliance matters.
- Succeeded in maintaining a positive relationship with regulators through proactive engagement and timely responses to inquiries.
- Enhanced overall business operations by continuously improving policies, procedures, and controls related to compliance requirements.
- Maintained effective working relationships with regulatory authorities, suppliers and customers.
- Strengthened company-wide awareness of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards through targeted trainings, presentations, and ongoing communication efforts.
- Provided expert advice to senior management on potential risks, legal implications, and recommended solutions for complex compliance issues.
- Evaluated customer complaints, processes, and all other aspects of operations to assess compliance.
- Evaluated third-party vendors'' adherence to applicable laws/regulations before engaging them as partners or service providers for the company''s projects.
- Oversaw a team of compliance professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure their continued growth and development.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for employees, fostering a culture of compliance throughout the organization.
- Played instrumental role in company-wide risk assessment efforts, supporting enhancements in business processes and controls.
- Delivered subject matter expertise for internal and external customers on compliance best practices and quality control.
- Achieved optimal results during external audits by diligently preparing documentation and providing evidence of strong internal controls.
- Managed company participation in food safety audits, and reviews by third parties, customers and regulatory agencies.
- Monitored key food safety KPIs and prepared evaluations, assessments, and reports.
- Audited food safety practices to evaluate performance and deliver effectiveness of preventive controls.
- Conducted thorough internal audits to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and best practices.
- Liaised with clients to identify and target inefficiencies in areas of risks and business controls, process gaps and workflow discrepancies.
- Executed corporate food safety strategies, policies and procedures.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments for identifying potential compliance issues, leading to proactive mitigation strategies.
- Improved regulatory understanding across organization by developing and delivering comprehensive compliance training programs.
- Developed policies and procedures to manage compliance risks, safeguarding organizational reputation.
- Enhanced operational efficiency with design and implementation of centralized compliance information system.
- Enhanced stakeholder confidence by maintaining up-to-date compliance documentation and transparent reporting.
- Coordinated with legal teams to interpret regulatory changes, ensuring timely compliance adjustments.
- Led cross-functional teams to address compliance gaps, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulations.
- Performed regular compliance reviews and audits, identifying non-compliance issues.
- Addressed compliance issues by developing and implementing corrective action plans.
- Devised and maintained compliance recordkeeping processes to support initiatives.
- Implemented effective compliance policies and procedures to meet regulatory requirements.
- Established and monitored compliance procedures to provide consistent implementation across departments.
Visy Board Ltd
Technical Lead
12.2015 - Current
Job overview
- Product Specifications
- Customer Complaints and NCRs - RCA for non-compliance issues and Customer Complaints
- Food Safety Plan and documentation control- To contribute to the effective management and continuous improvement of the business through the development, maintenance of policies, systems and procedures in the area of food safety, GMP; Quality Systems, Product quality and NPD Commercialization
- To provide technical support to the management and operations team
- Audits (Internal & External)- Lead the HACCP team, review, implementation of HACCP Plan and ensuring staff are aware about the company’s HACCP plan
- Ensuring company’s Balanced Business Plan and Quality strategy roll out are running effectively and meet NZ/AUS global standards
- Work on site Quality and supply chain continuous improvement projects to achieve results
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Supervised technicians, assigned tasks and monitored performance against targets.
- Maintained close communication with clients throughout project life cycles for accurate progress reporting and prompt issue resolution.
GS Hall & Company Ltd
Quality Lead
06.2015 - 11.2015
Job overview
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address root causes of quality issues, resulting in improved processes and products.
- Reduced customer complaints by identifying areas for improvement and initiating corrective actions.
- Developed quality policies, procedures, and work instructions tailored to the specific needs of the organization.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding their concerns or inquiries related to product quality or safety.
- Led a team of quality inspectors to ensure consistent adherence to industry standards and company policies.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration within the Quality team, leading to increased productivity and overall job satisfaction.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments and mitigated potential hazards, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees.
- Facilitated employee training on quality standards, protocols, and best practices, leading to increased awareness and adherence across the organization.
- Developed comprehensive audit plans and conducted internal audits to identify gaps in the quality management system.
- Championed a culture of excellence within the organization by setting high expectations for performance and holding employees accountable for results-driven outcomes.
- Enhanced overall production efficiency through the development and implementation of effective quality management systems.
- Utilized statistical methods to analyze data and drive improvements in process capability and product performance.
- Implemented process improvements that resulted in reduced waste generation and increased resource efficiency within production facilities.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Optimized supply chain performance by evaluating supplier capabilities, monitoring their performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Leveraged data analytics tools to monitor trends in product defects, enabling proactive problem-solving efforts before escalation into larger issues.
- Improved product quality by implementing strict quality control measures and conducting regular inspections.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations such as ISO 9001 by conducting regular audits both internally and externally.
- Revised and drafted policies and procedures to address deficiencies comprehensively.
- Documented nonconforming material and reported to appropriate team leaders for review and assessment.
- Adapted procedures to mitigate issues and improve deficiencies.
- Advised and led process improvement team with deliberation, leadership and strategic planning.
- Established rigorous safety measures for high-stakes and potentially dangerous factory environments.
- Collected and analyzed data to measure effectiveness of quality control processes.
- Developed and implemented procedures to meet product quality standards.
- Created testing protocols to be used across product lines.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
- Conducted investigations into questionable test results.
- Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
- Drafted technical documents such as deviation reports, testing protocol and trend analyses.
Mr. Chips, New Zealand
Quality Specialist
04.2013 - 06.2015
Job overview
- Assisted in the implementation of a continuous improvement culture, contributing to company-wide improvements in productivity and waste reduction.
- Developed comprehensive quality control documentation, standardizing procedures across all departments and promoting consistency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements, resulting in increased production efficiency and cost savings.
- Improved product quality by implementing rigorous testing protocols and identifying areas for improvement.
- Analyzed data from various sources to identify trends impacting product quality, making strategic recommendations for improvements based on findings.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on relevant regulations within the industry, ensuring company practices remained compliant at all times.
- Reduced customer complaints by streamlining the complaint resolution process and addressing root causes of issues.
- Streamlined incoming inspection processes by developing standardized criteria for evaluating raw materials prior to use in manufacturing operations.
- Conducted detailed root cause analyses following any non-conformance events, leading to swift identification and mitigation of potential risks.
- Enhanced team performance through regular training sessions and knowledge sharing, resulting in an increase in overall efficiency.
- Played a key role in achieving ISO certification by preparing necessary documentation and facilitating successful audits.
- Implemented a robust quality management system, leading to more consistent product output and reduced defects.
- Optimized the calibration program for measuring equipment, reducing downtime due to inaccurate readings or malfunctioning instruments.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by conducting thorough audits and recommending corrective actions.
- Monitored supplier performance, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality materials for use in production processes.
- Managed a team of quality technicians, providing coaching and guidance for professional development and improved performance.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Recorded and organized test data for report generation and analysis.
- Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues.
- Liaised between quality control and other departments and contractors, providing project updates and consultation.
- Documented and executed detailed test plans and test cases and summarized and logged audit findings for reporting purposes.
- Collected and analyzed data to measure effectiveness of quality control processes.
- Conducted investigations into questionable test results.
- Developed and implemented procedures to meet product quality standards.
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
- Drafted technical documents such as deviation reports, testing protocol and trend analyses.
Mr. Chips, New Zealand
Quality control Team Leader
12.2011 - 03.2013
Job overview
- Adapted procedures to mitigate issues and improve deficiencies.
- Revised and drafted policies and procedures to address deficiencies comprehensively.
- Advised and led process improvement team with deliberation, leadership and strategic planning.
- Documented nonconforming material and reported to appropriate team leaders for review and assessment.
- Performed testing to assess product effectiveness, alignment with designed purpose and adaptations for other purposes.
- Supported quality control assessments on manufacturing floor.
- Reviewed, calibrated and validated equipment used in manufacturing of frozen products.
- Reassessed quality control measures at systemic level to proactively identify non-conformances.
- Reviewed customer feedback on products, implementing necessary changes to address concerns or complaints regarding product quality.
- Enhanced overall production efficiency by identifying and addressing bottlenecks in the quality control process.
- Developed training programs for new team members, ensuring a thorough understanding of company policies and procedures related to quality control.
- Monitored suppliers'' performance, reviewing materials received for conformity with established specifications.
- Analyzed data from quality inspections, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
- Served as a subject matter expert on quality control matters, providing guidance and support to both internal colleagues and external stakeholders.
- Conducted regular audits of manufacturing processes, recommending adjustments as needed to maintain stringent quality standards.
- Created detailed reports on quality control findings for upper management review and decision-making purposes.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in brainstorming sessions focused on enhancing product quality and operational efficiency.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
Mr. Chips, New Zealand
Quality Control Technician
02.2010 - 12.2011
Job overview
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Collaborated with production teams to address and resolve quality concerns, improving overall product reliability.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting comprehensive inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of all quality control activities, ensuring easy retrieval for audits or management inquiries.
- Proposed corrective actions to address recurring quality issues.
- Trained new team members on proper quality control techniques, fostering a culture of excellence within the department.
- Tested and evaluated product precision against specifications to reduce discrepancies.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Reduced customer complaints by proactively addressing potential issues before products left the facility.
- Tracked and analyzed product quality data to identify trends and insights.
- Improved communication between departments by acting as a liaison between production and engineering teams on quality matters.
- Conducted regular internal audits to assess compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, driving continuous improvement efforts.
- Managed non-conforming product evaluations and disposition, minimizing negative impacts on production schedules and customer satisfaction.
- Supported the development of new products by providing input on potential quality risks early in the design process.
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas of concern and recommend proactive solutions, resulting in fewer product returns.
- Facilitated training sessions for new technicians, elevating overall competency of quality control team.
Education
Masters in Applied Science from Major in Food Chemistry and Micro-biology
01.2010
University Overview
Bachelors in Bio-technology
01.2007
University Overview
Skills
- Compliance Documentation and monitoring
- Training development
- Training and education
- Process development
- Document reviews
- Project management
- SOP writing
- Regulatory examinations
- Quality management processes
- Hazard analysis & critical control points
- Risk assessment and Analysis
- Document control program
- Conducting investigations
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved 3-5% decrease in Non-conformity which led to better production runs internally and at customer level
- Achieved and maintained 100% Audit pass results by completing the documentations, internal inspections and actions with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of eight staff members.
Projectsandachievements
Projectsandachievements
- Decreased site’s current CPM (complaints per million) from 9 to 6 by working on different continuous improvement projects.
- Worked on supplier raw material improvement project to ensure raw materials are of good quality. This project included sieving of raw materials to find the foreign matters in the raw materials. Supplier specs were created and all findings were sent to the supplier to ensure site receives best Quality ingredients. Massive improvement was noticed in ingredients quality after this project.
- Currently working on Quality Management system for supply chain to ensure our customers receive our best quality products. This project includes training Dispatch, Merchandisers and delivery drivers to make them aware of their responsibilities towards Quality & Food Safety.
- Worked on sites staff competency by providing regular training on different Quality and Food Safety attributes.
- Helped extend the shelf life of a range of cooked products (Chips) from 4 to 12 weeks by reformulating recipes with Food Tech research.
- Validate the whole Food Safety Plan for the Auckland packaging site with Technical and Operational Manager.
- Currently working on some CI projects for cost and further compliant reduction.
Attributes
Attributes
- Strong work ethics
- Motivated
- Passionate
- Ambitious
- Reliable
- Quick Learner
- Versatile
- Innovative
Hobbies and Interests
Hobbies and Interests
- Socializing with friends and family
- Spiritual person believes in Yoga and Meditational practices to get positive state of mind
- Reading books and following developments in science and technology
Certification
- 2022 Lead Food Safety Training (Certificates)-SAI Global
- 2017 Internal Auditor Training (Certificate)- SAI Global
- 2017 Food Safety Supervisor Training (Certificate)-SAI Global
- 2017 Certificate for ISO9001:2015 Transition (Certificate)- SAI Global
- 2015 Drug and Alcohol management Training
- 2014 HACCP Training (Certificate)- Assure Quality
- 2013 Approved Chemical Handler
- 2013 Advanced Auditing Skills (certificate)-Assure Quality
- 2012 Spill Response Procedures (Certificate)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Full Professional
Timeline
National Compliance Manager
Visy Board Ltd
07.2020 - Current
Technical Lead
Visy Board Ltd
12.2015 - Current
Quality Lead
GS Hall & Company Ltd
06.2015 - 11.2015
Quality Specialist
Mr. Chips, New Zealand
04.2013 - 06.2015
Quality control Team Leader
Mr. Chips, New Zealand
12.2011 - 03.2013
Quality Control Technician
Mr. Chips, New Zealand
02.2010 - 12.2011
Bachelors in Bio-technology
- 2022 Lead Food Safety Training (Certificates)-SAI Global
- 2017 Internal Auditor Training (Certificate)- SAI Global
- 2017 Food Safety Supervisor Training (Certificate)-SAI Global
- 2017 Certificate for ISO9001:2015 Transition (Certificate)- SAI Global
- 2015 Drug and Alcohol management Training
- 2014 HACCP Training (Certificate)- Assure Quality
- 2013 Approved Chemical Handler
- 2013 Advanced Auditing Skills (certificate)-Assure Quality
- 2012 Spill Response Procedures (Certificate)
Masters in Applied Science from Major in Food Chemistry and Micro-biology
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