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Sheethal Shaji

M.Sc. Food Science & Technology | HACCP L3 | ISO 22000:2018 Internal Auditor | FosTac Certified | Microbiology Graduate | Food Safety & Quality Assurance

Kodungallur

< 1 year of work experience

AssureSafe Food Safety Consultancy
Oct 20254 mosJan 2026

Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates

- Assisting in the preparation of Food Safety Management System (FSMS) documentation. - Supporting compliance audits and hygiene inspections through online reporting and case study analysis. - Supporting the development of SOPs, checklists, and tools for food businesses. - Participating in online training sessions, compliance workshops, and reporting activities.
CSIR-NIIST
Feb 20255 mosJun 2025

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India

- Undertook my M.Sc. dissertation on developing biodegradable mycelium-based packaging for secondary food applications, enhanced with nano-chitosan coating from mushroom sources. - Hands-on experience in fungal cultivation, agro-waste substrate optimization, composite fabrication, and advanced material characterization (DLS, XRD, FTIR, SEM, TGA). - The project combined sustainability, food technology, and biomaterials innovation in a research-driven environment under the guidance of Dr. Anjineyulu Kothakota
Fresh Products (Chipo)
Sep 20241 moSep 2024

Kochi, Kerala, India

- Conducted sensory evaluations to assess taste, texture, aroma, and visual quality for product consistency and compliance. - Performed laboratory tests including pH, moisture, and stability analysis to monitor food quality and safety standards. - Assisted in shelf-life studies by monitoring storage conditions and documenting product stability changes. - Supported production and quality teams in hygiene compliance, process monitoring, and waste reduction initiatives.
MALABAR HONEY AND FOOD PARK PRIVATE LIMITED
May 20241 moMay 2024

Kannur, Kerala, India

- Conducted laboratory analysis of honey samples, including moisture, pH, sugar composition, and quality parameter evaluation in compliance with food safety standards. - Performed quality control inspections, contaminant screening, purity checks, and sensory evaluation to ensure product consistency and integrity. - Verified labeling, batch records, and documentation for regulatory compliance, traceability, and quality management. - Supported production hygiene monitoring, sanitation verification, and sustainable packaging and sourcing practices.

Education

Kerala University of Fisheries & Ocean Studies, Kochi

Master of Science - MS, Food Science and Technology

Kerala University of Fisheries & Ocean Studies, Kochi

20232 yrs2025
Amrita School of Biotechnology

Bachelor of Science - BS, Microbiology

Amrita School of Biotechnology

20203 yrs2023

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Headline

M.Sc. Food Science & Technology | HACCP L3 | ISO 22000:2018 Internal Auditor | FosTac Certified | Microbiology Graduate | Food Safety & Quality Assurance

About

Emerging Food Technologist with an M.Sc. in Food Science &amp; Technology and a B.Sc. in Microbiology. Experienced in food safety, quality assurance, and sustainable packaging, including HACCP and ISO 22000 systems. Skilled in microbial analysis and innovative biodegradable packaging development. Multilingual and passionate about driving quality and sustainability in the food industry. Open to connecting with professionals in food safety and technology.

Location

Kodungallur

Work experience

Food Safety Compliance Intern at AssureSafe Food Safety Consultancy, Oct 2025 - Jan 2026 · 4 mos, Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates, - Assisting in the preparation of Food Safety Management System (FSMS) documentation. - Supporting compliance audits and hygiene inspections through online reporting and case study analysis. - Supporting the development of SOPs, checklists, and tools for food businesses. - Participating in online training sessions, compliance workshops, and reporting activities.

Project Student at CSIR-NIIST, Feb 2025 - Jun 2025 · 5 mos, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, - Undertook my M.Sc. dissertation on developing biodegradable mycelium-based packaging for secondary food applications, enhanced with nano-chitosan coating from mushroom sources. - Hands-on experience in fungal cultivation, agro-waste substrate optimization, composite fabrication, and advanced material characterization (DLS, XRD, FTIR, SEM, TGA). - The project combined sustainability, food technology, and biomaterials innovation in a research-driven environment under the guidance of Dr. Anjineyulu Kothakota

Internship Trainee at Fresh Products (Chipo), Sep 2024 - Sep 2024 · 1 mo, Kochi, Kerala, India, - Conducted sensory evaluations to assess taste, texture, aroma, and visual quality for product consistency and compliance. - Performed laboratory tests including pH, moisture, and stability analysis to monitor food quality and safety standards. - Assisted in shelf-life studies by monitoring storage conditions and documenting product stability changes. - Supported production and quality teams in hygiene compliance, process monitoring, and waste reduction initiatives.

Student Intern at MALABAR HONEY AND FOOD PARK PRIVATE LIMITED, May 2024 - May 2024 · 1 mo, Kannur, Kerala, India, - Conducted laboratory analysis of honey samples, including moisture, pH, sugar composition, and quality parameter evaluation in compliance with food safety standards. - Performed quality control inspections, contaminant screening, purity checks, and sensory evaluation to ensure product consistency and integrity. - Verified labeling, batch records, and documentation for regulatory compliance, traceability, and quality management. - Supported production hygiene monitoring, sanitation verification, and sustainable packaging and sourcing practices.

Education

Master of Science - MS, Food Science and Technology, Kerala University of Fisheries & Ocean Studies, Kochi

Bachelor of Science - BS, Microbiology, Amrita School of Biotechnology