Charlene Chua

Supply Chain and Quality Assurance in Food Industry

Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

About

Dynamic QA personnel with Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Nutrition, offering extensive experience in leading food safety team to achieve food safety certifications within targeted deadlines. Proven expertise in implementing comprehensive food safety management systems, enhancing supply chain efficiency, and fostering team development. Seeking to leverage in-depth knowledge and leadership skills to contribute to food industry’s quality and safety standards. 12 years of experience in Food Industry, in Quality Assurance and Supply Chain Management.

Experience

  • Supply Chain Manager at Wrizerfood F&b Sdn Bhd
    Oct 2017 - Dec 2024 · 7 yrs 3 mos

    Production planning and scheduling management Material planning and control Supplier management- Assess and manage suppliers, negotiate contracts and monitor suppliers’ performance. Procurement - Sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods. Logistics- Liaise with marketing company on shipping schedule and shipping documents Inventory and warehouse - Implemented inventory control measures, reducing inventory costs by 10% without impacting production schedules. Order management - Receiving of orders and liaising with marketing company. Quality Assurance Assistant Manager Manage in-house laboratory Registered Food Analyst (MOH Malaysia) Operational quality control management Pest Control in manufacturing plant, liaise with third party service provider. Chemical management, FSSC22000 version 6 internal auditor, management review Supplier management program. Food Safety Team Leader. New product development, new production line set up and SOP establishment. Commercial trial and new product launching.

  • Quality Assurance Manager at Crush Foods Sdn. Bhd.
    Aug 2015 - Sep 2017 · 2 yrs 2 mos

    Led supplier selection, audits, and supported production planning. Achieved HACCP, GMP, ISO22000 & Halal certifications within 2 years from setting up the layout to automation of production process and implementations. Developed formulations and managed regulatory licensing with authorities. Set up in-house microbiology laboratory.

  • Quality Assurance cum R&D Manager at Wansern Agrotech Sdn Bhd
    Jun 2013 - Jul 2015 · 2 yrs 2 mos

    Conducted supplier/raw material assessments, internal audits and verification. Pioneered implementation of HACCP, GMP, ISO22000 FSMS & VHM certification. Developed new formulations, costing, and production optimization. Established in-house cafe and developed products for manufacturing plant and cafe (retail). Provided food safety training and ensured regulatory compliance.

  • Nutritionist Trainee at Mahkota Medical Centre
    2011 - 2011 · Less than a year