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DIANA OKOH

DIANA OKOH

19 Templar Lane

Summary

Results-driven Quality Assurance Team Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in process improvement, risk management, and software testing methodologies. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving, ensuring successful project delivery through effective team collaboration and adherence to quality standards.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Assurance Team Leader

RDJ Bakeries
Ontario
01.2024 - Current
  • Assistance for Customer complaints investigations.
    Coordinate for monthly belt inspections. Environmental monitoring swabbing (Listeria, Salmonella and Equipment etc.).
    Individual will ensure that chemical concentrations remain in spec and proper corrective actions are taken when deviation occur.
    When new products are launched, samples are to be collected for shelf life validations and to send to customers when required.
    Coach and provide the sanitation team with tools and resources to assist team members in skill development and growth.
    Coach and provide sanitation team with tools and resources to assist team members in skill development and growth.
    Ensure that Daily & Weekly housekeeping duties are performed to an acceptable level.
    Employee will be responsible for providing training to employees as directed by Quality Manager.
    Responsible for daily management and support for the team to achieve operational success.
    Monitor time and attendance and ensure compliance with Company procedures

Industrial Hygienist

Flour Mills of Nigeria.Plc
Apapa,Lagos
01.2018 - 12.2024

v Maintained detailed cleaning instructions and schedules for all hygiene activities based on the requirements of the Food Safety Standard.

v Ensured compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures of the milling processes and QMS /FSMS requirements

v Managed Pest Control Contractors and ensured the implementation of the Integrated Pest Management System.

v Performed laboratory tests on flour samples to assess protein content, moisture levels, Ash content, and other key quality indicators.

v Improved Hygiene Status of production areas from 40% to 85% by ensuring all identified gaps in external and internal audits are closed out.

v Confirmed the effectiveness of cleaning on milling equipment.

v Conducted 100% routine inspections and analyses of raw materials, intermediate products, and finished flour to assess quality and consistency.

v Maintained and sustained the implementation phase of the Quality Management System and Food Safety Management System.

v Conducted internal audit exercises as scheduled and addressed first-line Managers in closing out non-conformities.

Quality Assurance Officer

Golden Sugar Company
Apapa,Lagos
01.2013 - 12.2017

v To confirm adherence to the factory’s Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) by all concerned through daily inspection of areas and activities with food safety threats.

v Ensured compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures of all processes based on QMS/FSMS requirements.

v Ensured compliance with agreed quality specifications of raw materials and final products.

v Performed laboratory tests on sugar samples to assess grain size, moisture levels, and other key quality indicators.

v Maintained a log of all Customers' complaints and identified root causes to prevent recurrence.

v Investigated all Customer complaints and discussed improvement methods with the QA Manager.

v Ensure that the implementation phase of the Quality Management System and Food Safety Management System are achieved and maintained.

v Conducted internal audit exercise as scheduled and addressed Supervisors in closing out non-conformities.

Education

Master of Science - Cell Genetics & Biology

University of Lagos
Lagos,Nigeria
09-2018

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

University of Lagos
Lagos,Nigeria
06-2010

High School Diploma -

Conestoga College
Ontario,Canada

Skills

  • Quality Control Standards
  • Process improvement techniques
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Test Automation
  • Quality assurance expertise
  • Team leadership abilities

Accomplishments

v Outstanding Employee of The Month-February 2019

v Best Result Globally- Safety, Health and Hygiene (NABIM) 1 2020

Certification

v FIRST AID/CPR AED 2023

v ISO 9001: 2015 Quality Management System Implementation Course 2023

v FSSC 2000:2017 Food Safety System Certification Implementation Course 2023

v Flour Milling Training, NABIM, Module 2, 3 2022

v Flour Milling Training, Health, Safety and Hygiene, NABIM, Module 1 2021

Languages

English
First Language

Timeline

Quality Assurance Team Leader

RDJ Bakeries
01.2024 - Current

Industrial Hygienist

Flour Mills of Nigeria.Plc
01.2018 - 12.2024

Quality Assurance Officer

Golden Sugar Company
01.2013 - 12.2017

Master of Science - Cell Genetics & Biology

University of Lagos

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

University of Lagos

High School Diploma -

Conestoga College

v FIRST AID/CPR AED 2023

v ISO 9001: 2015 Quality Management System Implementation Course 2023

v FSSC 2000:2017 Food Safety System Certification Implementation Course 2023

v Flour Milling Training, NABIM, Module 2, 3 2022

v Flour Milling Training, Health, Safety and Hygiene, NABIM, Module 1 2021

DIANA OKOH