Margaret Kagema

Quality Analyst

Capwell Industries Limited

2022

Achieving products quality through in process checks and raw materials receipt testing to ensure
compliance with set limits.
Developing and maintaining systems to assure compliance to all QA requirements including document control and records, specifications, verification, product identification trace and recall, incident
management, food safety fundamentals.
Participating in routine and non-routine duties for the lab and assisting in the development and
implementation of new analytical lab procedures.
Continuously auditing of the systems to ensure compliance with Kaizen methodologies , HACCP, ISO
22000:2018 and ISO 17025:2017 guidelines.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams such as R&D, production, and marketing to design innovative
food solutions.
Ensuring products samples are drawn during processing for analysis and continuous monitoring alongside with the quality team to ensure no deviations.
Providing guidance and leadership in situations where deviations have occurred or a potential risk has
been identified related to food safety and/or quality attributes.
Ensuring the plants' hygiene is achieved and proper housekeeping as per the requirements through follow
up with the attendants and constantly supervising them to achieve the objective.
Collaborating with other team members to carry out internal audits on ISO 22000: 2018, ISO 17025: 2017
and on Kaizen.

Food Technologist

Ecoagribusiness Limited

2020 - 2022

Led in the development of new products, from concept to commercialization, ensuring optimal quality,
taste, and nutritional value.
Conducted stability and shelf-life testing to ensure product longevity under various storage conditions.
Performed chemical, microbiological and sensory testing of raw ingredients and finished products to
ensure food safety and compliance with regulatory standards.
Analyzed consumer feedback and industry trends to optimize existing products and introduce new
formulations.
Assisted with troubleshooting of product quality issues and worked closely with the production team to resolve problems.
Developed standard operating procedures (SOP’s) that ensured consistent achievement of product quality
uniformity.
Provided technical support during production scale-up, so as to ensure smooth transition from lab to factory.
Ensured food products, equipment and the processing techniques were in compliance with the statutory
and the regulatory requirements.
Managed customer complaints investigations and any other concerns with regards to food processing.
Carried out product cost analysis based on the price of raw materials and the cost of manufacturing and
ensured the final products were profitable.
Prepared and maintained detailed product documentation, including formulas, batch record, and
compliance reports.

Production Supervisor

Tamarillo Kenya Limited

2018 - 2020

Led in the development and production of new food products from concept through to manufacturing.
Monitored the quality of incoming raw materials, ensuring they met client specifications and regulatory
standards.
Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in food production environments.
Ensured food products safety by implementing systems such as ISO 22000:2018 and HACCP.
Identified and supervised the installation of food processing equipment that adhere to the food safety
standards.
Ensured that there was proper and regular maintenance of equipment in the production areas.
Organized work assignments and set work schedules to keep lines running smoothly.
Trained new employees to use equipment properly and safely and instructed on safety procedures, rules,
and assigned safety equipment.
Developed standard operating procedures (SOPs) for quality control purposes.
Prepared and maintained documentation on formulations, testing and production processes.
Managed documentation related to product testing and quality audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory
requirements.