Obinwanne

OBINWANNE GBEREMAKOR Ontario, Canada | - |-PROFILE SUMMARY Quality Assurance and Control Manager with a unique blend of food safety expertise and IT proficiency, offering 9+ years’ experience in the food and beverage sector. Skilled in end-to-end quality control and internal auditing, from raw material inspection to compliance testing, while leveraging advanced IT skills to enhance operational efficiencies in quality tracking, data management, and digital reporting systems. Adept at implementing automated quality testing protocols, monitoring key quality metrics, and managing compliance with FDA, CFIA, and WHO standards. Proficient in IT-driven tools for real-time monitoring, inventory management, and process optimization, with additional strengths in systems integration and digital documentation. CORE COMPETENCIES • Quality Assurance & Quality Control • Food Product Development • Internal Auditing • Data-Driven Process Optimization • Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance • • • • • Risk Assessment & Mitigation Continuous Improvement Cross-Functional Collaboration Inspection & Audit Preparedness IT Integration • • • • • Sensory Evaluation Nutrition & Dieting Methodologies MS Office Suite Food Microbiology Project Management PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Quality Control Manager – Intecap Foods/So Cool Aqua Ltd 2015 – 2024 • Oversaw the complete quality control process for bread production, including sourcing, preparation, and baking, to ensure high standards across each stage. • Conducted regular quality testing (chemical, microbiological, and physical) on ingredients and final bread products to maintain safety and compliance, adhering to FDA, EPA, and WHO standards. • Inspected raw materials, including plantain and cassava, upon receipt and managed storage to ensure product freshness and prevent contamination. • Supervised milling and baking operations utilizing data-driven quality monitoring to optimize production efficiency. • Led preventive maintenance and sanitation of all bread-making equipment, applying automated monitoring tools to minimize downtime and uphold food safety. • Assessed packaging materials to ensure durability and compliance with safety standards, using analytics to forecast quality trends and enhance consistency. • Implemented IT-driven data tracking for quality metrics and digital reporting, leveraging cloud-based solutions to streamline documentation and enhance visibility for cross-functional teams. Admin Officer – Union Bank, Nigeria 2013 – 2015 • Managed office records with a focus on data confidentiality and information security, employing IT skills to enhance record-keeping efficiency and compliance. • Supported financial operations by providing accurate bookkeeping of income and expenditure records, using digital tools to facilitate easy reporting and audit preparation. EDUCATION • Master of Science (M.Sc) in Food Quality Control and Assurance (Canadian Equivalency summary verified by WES) Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Nigeria Relevant Courses: Food Microbiology, Advanced Nutrition, Food Safety & Quality Assurance • Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Food Science and Technology Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Nigeria VOLUNTEERING EXPERIENCE • Food Science Mentor – National Association of Food Science & Technology Students (NAFSTS) Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Nigeria • Cash Teller – Access Bank, Nigeria • Nutritionist – Ministry of Health, Nigeria Jan 2014 – Apr 2018 Mar 2013 – Nov 2013 Apr 2012 –Feb 2013 CERTIFICATIONS & TRAININGS • HACCP Certificate • Food Handler Certificate • Internal Auditing Certificate • Member, Canadian Institute of Food Safety • Professional Member, Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST) • Logistics and Supply Chain Management, PMI + Portis & Fusion Business Academy • Procurement and Contract Management, PMI + Portis & Fusion Business Academy • Digital Marketing, PMI + Portis & Fusion Business Academy TECHNICAL SKILLS • Advanced Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Python, PowerShell, Bash, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SharePoint, Google Workspace, SAP, Oracle, ERP Systems, AWS, Jira, Trello, Asana, JSON, XML, SAP, QuickBooks, MS Dynamics, HACCP Software