Sam Andrews Anthony Gnanasekaran
Summary
Food Science professional with hands on experience in dairy manufacturing, specialising in food safety and quality systems. Experienced in microbiological testing and environmental monitoring and air sampling to verify hygiene standards and proactively identify contamination risks. Strong understanding of GMP, HACCP and food safety systems with a passion for continuous improvement within New Zealand’s food industry. Seeking opportunities in Quality roles or laboratory roles to uphold food safety standards and enhance regulatory compliance.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process Technician - Quality Duties
Synlait Milk Ltd
Auckland, New Zealand
09.2025 - Current
- Conduct environmental monitoring activities including ATP, EB and QE swabs and air sampling to verify hygiene standards and prevent contamination risks.
- Perform routine quality checks and Support compliance with GMP, HACCP and food safety standards through accurate documentation and adherence to SOPs.
- Ensure accurate labelling, storage and dispatch of samples to external laboratories for testing while maintaining full traceability using LIMS systems.
- Analyse quality and environmental monitoring data, including failed swabs, out of spec results and process deviations, to identify risks such as product contamination and CCP failures and drive continuous improvement.
Production duties
Synlait Milk Ltd
Auckland, New Zealand
09.2025 - Current
- Operate and monitor filler room equipment for infant formula production.
- Perform routine checks, including hourly, two hourly, start of run (SOR), end of run (EOR) and glass and hard plastic checks to ensure product consistency and compliance.
- Monitor HVAC conditions including humidity, temperature, pressure difference and escalate deviations to the team lead or shift lead.
- Assist in troubleshooting equipment and process issues to minimise downtime.
- Accurately record and report process data to support traceability and compliance requirements
- Follow GMP and hygiene protocols to ensure contamination risks are controlled throughout production runs.
Education
Master of Science - Food Innovation (Level 9)
Lincoln University,
New Zealand06-2025
Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Agriculture
Karunya Institute of Technology And Sciences,
India06-2023
Skills
- Quality assurance and control
- HACCP and food safety
- Environmental monitoring and sampling
- Laboratory sample management
- Root cause and data analysis
- Equipment operation and troubleshooting
Certification
Synlait Training & Compliance Certificates, Food Defence (TACCP), Food Fraud (VACCP), Good Documentation Practice (GDP), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), HACCP , Halal Awareness Training, HARPC (Hazard Analysis and Risk Based Preventive Controls), Introductory Auditor Training.
Availability
I am available for full time employment, hold a full New Zealand driver’s licence, have a reliable car and am committed to building a long term career in New Zealand’s food industry. I am open to relocation for the right opportunity.
Visa Status
Post Study Open Work Visa valid until July 2028.
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Process Technician - Quality Duties
Synlait Milk Ltd
09.2025 - Current
Production duties
Synlait Milk Ltd
09.2025 - Current
Master of Science - Food Innovation (Level 9)
Lincoln University,
Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Agriculture
Karunya Institute of Technology And Sciences,