Priya Dhanasekar

[email protected] • +91 9677069247 • Chennai, India

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Detail-oriented Food Safety and Laboratory Technician with 3+ years of experience in food testing, quality assurance, GMP compliance, and laboratory operations. Strong academic background in Biochemistry with hands-on exposure to HACCP, ISO 22000, GLP, and HPLC analysis. Experienced in documentation control, audit support, sample handling, and food hygiene compliance. Seeking Food Laboratory Technician / QA / QC roles in the UK with Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Food Safety & Laboratory Assistant

04/2020 - 12/2022

True Amigo Laboratory , Chennai, India

• Performed food safety and quality control activities in accordance with GMP and HACCP requirements

• Supported food testing, sample handling, labelling, storage, and traceability

• Maintained laboratory documentation, test records, and SOP compliance

• Assisted in internal audits aligned with ISO 22000 and food safety standards

• Conducted hygiene monitoring, sanitation checks, and CCP support activities

• Ensured data integrity, inventory control, and expiry date management

Quality Support Assistant

01/2023 - 07/2024

ATM Siddha & AYUSH Store , Chennai, India

• Supported product quality, hygiene, and regulatory compliance

• Managed batch control, labelling, traceability, and expiry monitoring

• Assisted with audit documentation and compliance records

• Maintained clean, compliant storage and handling practices

Internship – Quality Control

Aavin Milk Processing Plant

• Assisted in quality control testing and food hygiene inspections

• Gained exposure to food processing standards, GMP, and safety procedures

EDUCATION

M.Phil – Biochemistry

University of Madras

M.Sc – Biochemistry

University of Madras

B.Sc – Biochemistry

University of Madras

SKILLS

CERTIFICATIONS

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) & GMP Audits

ISO 22000 – HACCP & PRPs for Food Safety

WHMIS 2015 – Chemical Safety

HPLC Operation, Troubleshooting & Maintenance

Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)