Ayobami Bakare, MMBA. AAQMSAI.

Experience

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  Federal Medical Centre

  Mar 2011 - Aug 2011

  Laboratory Technician (Industrial Trainee)

  • Prepared Culture Media for Laboratory Samples.• Carried Out the Microscopic Examination of Laboratory Samples (Urine and Stool).• Ensured that the results of all tests were well recorded.

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  Dufil Prima Foods Plc

  May 2014 - Apr 2016

  QUALITY ASSURANCE ASSISTANT

  Quality Assurance Assistant- Monitored and supervised each stage of production ( From Dumping of sugar through to seasoning packaging)- Verified the quality of the raw materials to ensure conformity to standard.- Ensured that no defective parts were used in the production process.- Conducted hourly analysis on packed products(seasoning powder) to ensure consistency in product weight and other quality parameters.- Carry out physical examination of the product quality.- Computed and recording of all sample identity, test steps and inspection results in designated logbooks or worksheets.- Carried out Sensory and Evaluation test, sealing strength test on Seasoning Samples and Quality check on Shelf life Samples.- Corrected any deviation from GMP, standard and other quality requirements. Show less

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  OK SWEETS LIMITED - Olam

  Apr 2016 - Mar 2021

  Shift Supervisor Involved in the collation and computing of daily/monthly quality control reports.Involved in WCM – daily/monthly tracking of wastages, defects, RFT, DPM, customer complaints, food safety related complaints and quality compliance scores.Involved in the continuous improvement activities such as Kaizen.Involved in the development of new products and trials (transits) samples.Handled customer complaints; support traceability exercise and recall procedures.Member of internal audits and food safety team.Carried special projects as assigned.Made recommendations on measure to improve hygiene performance and quality.ACHIEVEMENTS- Resolved products issue through customer survey and feedback shooting up sale to 95%.- Reduced Packing machines empty defects by 95% using RCA tools.- Pioneered and enforced the Implementation of retention room usage.- Spearheaded quarterly quality test on daily samples for shelf life monitoring and documentation.AWARD – OLAM SPOT AWARD - For spearheading the establishment of the retention/sample room.- For the implementation of 5’S in the retention room. In – Process Control- Monitored the process control parameters on candy/Pop line- Notified the Managers and concerned supervisors of any non-conforming components as it relates to candy/pops- Supervised the production of consistent quality candies/pops through the development and enforcement of excellent manufacturing practices and procedures- Regulated the set standards (Weight, Sealing, Coding etc) for all packaging machines- Audited GMP, procedures and paper work on the production floor- Ensured that Proper Hygiene and Food Safety measures- Ensured line calibration, validation and stability for start-ups and new products.ACHIEVEMENTSIncreased monthly QCS Score (80%) through:The introduction of GMP ambassadors across assigned work areas.The introduction of weekly GMP audits and awareness.The introduction of PPE awareness program Show less - Conducted daily sampling, field tests, analysis of raw and packaging materials, finished goods; swabbing and arranging samples for external testing.- Conducted the analysis within the QC Laboratory or within non-permanent laboratory such as warehouse, production floor by using predefined test methods.- Supported laboratory compliance (Calibration, equipment testing, etc.) to set standard.- Supported laboratory activities to ensure a high quality of products, services, housekeeping, and hygiene standards are maintained and improved.- Enforced GLP compliance, product safety and quality standards. Show less

  • Quality Assurance Shift Supervisor

    Nov 2016 - Mar 2021

  • LABORATORY ASSISTANT

    Apr 2016 - Nov 2016
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  Sunlight Resources Limited - Maker of popular cheeseballs, corn flakes and other food snacks.

  Mar 2021 - Dec 2021

  Quality Control Manager

  Planned, coordinated, and directed the quality control program designed to ensure continuous production of cereal consistent with established quality standards.Managed all in-process quality executives and Laboratory technicians.Prepared records, SOPs and tracked daily/monthly wastages and weights.Conducted training programs for employees to bridge the skill gap leading to a noticeable increase in workers’ productivity.QMS Champions for ISO 9001:2015 Certification and recertification.Led internal audit program and associated training to drive compliance with SOPs, GMPs, and Food Safety.Anchored the plant’s Quality and Food safety initiatives, implementation, and improvement.Established controls to monitor all identified Critical Control points (CCPs).Carried out routine warehouse audit and suppliers audit to ensure conformance to the set standards.Interfaced with regulatory agencies such as NAFDAC, and SON during the plant visit.Coordinated and organize daily sensory evaluation tests across all running SKUs.ACHIEVEMENTS✓ QMS Champion for the plant’s ISO 9001:2015 Certification within four (4) months.✓ Championed 5’S for the total Plant and trained all plant management staff on 5’S.✓ Implemented, Initiated, re-launched, and trained all mid-level staff on GMP and Food Safety. AWARD SECOND QUARTER EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION AWARDFor the Most Punctual (Inculcating quality culture in all process floor workers through early morning talks, training, and discipline!) Show less

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  Ladgroup Limited

  Jan 2022 - Nov 2023

  Quality Assurance Manager

  • ISO Certification: Develop, coordinate, and manage the Integrated Management System of the Organization, including aligning all processes as per the ISO standards (QMS, FSMS, and EMS).• Documentation: Create tools & other documented information (Manuals, SOPs, Checklists, Policies).• Employee Engagement: Establish toolbox talk, and conduct training and awareness programs to inculcate quality and Food Safety culture.• Internal Audits and Management Reviews: Successfully coordinated 2 internal audit and management reviews within 8 months.• Team Management: Lead Quality functions for 8+ full-time & contract staff including training, skill gap assessment, KPI, and performance reviews.• Customer Complaints: Handle customer complaints and initiated bi-annual customer satisfaction surveys and implement recommendations to improve customer experience.• Supplier Management: Co-led supplier forums to ensure 100% availability of RMs and PMs.• Regulatory Bodies Relations: Interface with regulatory bodies to ensure 100% statutory compliance.• HACCP Implementation: verify, validate, and review HACCP Plans and Quality/food safety risks.• Sanitation Plan: Initiate 5’S in the laboratory and GMP audit across the plant, reducing the lost time due to accidents during activities from 50% to 0%.• Report Management: Maintain accurate weekly and quarterly quality reports for management and quarterly board meeting.Key Achievement: Recognized for successfully establishing processes for the business’s IMS certification to the point of conducting 2 internal Audits (without any non-conformances) within 8 months.Track record of successfully managing and optimizing quality processes resulting in process improvement and an 80% increase in customer satisfaction. Show less

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  Fareast Imperial Brands Nigeria Limited

  Sept 2023 - now

  Quality Assurance Manager (PepsiCo Sausage Roll and Snack Plant)

  • Spearheaded the establishment of the plant’s Quality Assurance Department and Quality Laboratory from inception, and ensured proper infrastructure, equipment, protocols, and staffing were in place to meet production, Quality and food safety standards for both Sausage roll and Snack Plants.• Establish standards, procedures and other documentation to kickstart the two plant’s operations.• Successfully Led the plants through NAFDAC’s Site and Product registration before commercial run.• Successfully led the plant through its FSSC v6 certification process, ensuring 100% adherence to global food safety management systems.• Facilitate training programs for cross-functional teams to maintain and elevate food safety and quality standards across the organization.• Manage suppliers, customers and third-party audits, addressing non-conformance issues and ensuring continuous improvement of processes.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, to troubleshoot quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.• Carry out new product development and ensure successful trials before commercial production.• Play a pivotal role in fostering a strong food safety and quality culture, through training, pep talks and discussions, employee engagement and feedback, promoting accountability, and setting performance expectations for staff at all levels.• Develop and implement an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program, by liaising with external pest control experts and internal stakeholders to devise a comprehensive pest control strategy tailored to the plant's specific needs.ACHIEVEMENT• Led NAFDAC site inspection and new product registrations for both Sausage roll and snack plants.• New product development and launch leading to a 95% increase in market shares in the sausage space. • Established processes leading to FSSC 22000 V6 Certification with no non-conformances within 6 months of operations.• First Plant’s AIB Inspection Audits with a Score of 850/1000. Show less