AHMED KAMEL MOHAMED
Giza
Summary
Detail-driven Quality Assurance Specialist with 2+ years of progressive experience in food safety, GMP/GLP compliance, HACCP implementation, and CAPA management across food manufacturing and regulated healthcare environments. Holds a B.Sc. in Biotechnology (Ain Shams University) and a PGDip in Biochemistry & Microbiology, complemented by an active Medical Laboratory Specialist license from the Egyptian Ministry of Health. Demonstrated track record of designing and enforcing quality systems, leading root cause investigations, and delivering measurable compliance improvements. Combines strong laboratory science foundations — including qRT-PCR, microbiological analysis, and biochemical testing — with hands-on QA operations experience. Committed to advancing food safety culture and quality excellence within multinational FMCG, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology organizations.
Overview
3
3
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Specialist
Green Baharaiya Oasis Factory
Giza, Egypt
06.2024 - Current
- Developed, implemented, and enforced comprehensive quality standards and SOPs across multiple production lines, achieving full GMP and regulatory compliance for food manufacturing operations.
- Led CAPA investigations for non-conformances and product deviations, identifying root causes and deploying preventive controls that measurably reduced recurring defect incidents.
- Conducted rigorous batch record reviews and product release assessments to verify conformance with internal specifications, customer requirements, and applicable food safety regulations.
- Reviewed and approved production documentation — including process deviation reports, quality records, and batch logs — maintaining a 100% traceable documentation audit trail.
- Coordinated cross-functionally with production, R&D, and procurement teams to resolve quality non-conformances and drive continuous improvement across the value chain.
- Supported preparation and execution of internal and external quality audits, strengthening audit readiness and sustaining compliance across all QA functions.
- Established and monitored key quality performance indicators (KPIs) to track process effectiveness and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
QA Specialist – Medical Services & Food Safety
South Sinai Security Forces
Egypt
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Executed end-to-end QA and QC activities for food safety and medical services operations, including batch record review, incoming material inspection, and release analysis.
- Conducted microbiological and chemical laboratory analyses on food products and medical supplies, ensuring product safety and adherence to applicable regulatory standards.
- Maintained accurate quality records and authored compliance documentation aligned with organizational protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Contributed to the development of internal quality procedures and hygiene monitoring programs to strengthen food safety culture within the operations.
Microbiologist
Central Food Safety Laboratory
Egypt
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Performed microbiological testing and quality analysis on diverse food samples using standard analytical methods (ISO / APHA) to detect pathogens, spoilage organisms, and chemical contaminants.
- Generated detailed laboratory test reports supporting food safety compliance decisions and regulatory submissions.
- Contributed to method validation activities and ongoing maintenance of the laboratory quality management system.
Education
PGDip - Biochemistry & Microbiology
Beni Suef University
Egypt01-2023
B.Sc. - Biotechnology
Ain Shams University
Egypt01-2022
Skills
- GMP / GLP Compliance
- HACCP Development
- CAPA Implementation
- Batch Record Review (BRR)
- Product Release
- Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS)
- Microbiological Analysis
- Chemical Analysis
- Statistical Quality Control (SQC/SPC)
- Supplier Approval
- Supplier Performance Monitoring
- Internal Auditing
- External Auditing
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Certification
- English for Career Readiness & AI Literacy (ECRAiL) Program, AMIDEAST Egypt, 04/01/26, Present
- BRC Global Standard for Food Safety – Issue 9, Chamber of Food Industries, 08/01/25
- Primary Suppliers Approval & Monitoring Program, Chamber of Food Industries, 08/01/25
- Food Safety Culture Excellence: Leadership & Engagement, Chamber of Food Industries, 07/01/25
- Statistical Quality Control Applications in Food Quality & Safety, Chamber of Food Industries, 04/01/25
- Advanced HACCP: Principles, Validation, Food Fraud & Crisis Management, Chamber of Food Industries, 11/01/24
- Preparing for Food Safety Audits: Audit Types, CAPA & Compliance, Chamber of Food Industries, 11/01/24
- Cleaning & Sanitation in Food Processing, Chamber of Food Industries, 10/01/24
- Environmental Management Systems in Food Processing, Chamber of Food Industries, 09/01/24
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Alison.com, 09/01/24
- Fundamentals of Digital Transformation Certificate (FDTC), Cairo University, 09/01/23 - 10/01/23
- General English – B2 Level (In Progress), British Council, 01/01/25, Present
Languages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Intermediate (B1)
Laboratory Techniques
- Molecular Biology: qRT-PCR, Gene Cloning, Western Blotting, PAGE, Gene Expression Analysis, Mitochondrial & Stem Cell Isolation
- Microbiology: Pathogen Detection, Contamination Testing, ISO/APHA Methods
- Clinical: Immunology, Biochemical Analysis, Hematology, Urinalysis, Karyotyping, Parasitology, Tissue Culture
Professional Licenses
Licensed Medical Laboratory Specialist, Egyptian Ministry of Health & Population, 51511, 01/01/26
Research Training
- Molecular Biology Research Intern, Veterinary Hospital for Treatment & Analysis, 07/01/22, 03/01/23, Applied advanced molecular biology techniques including qRT-PCR, gene cloning, western blotting, stem cell isolation, and tissue culture in a structured research environment.
- Research Rotation, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, 08/01/20, 01/01/21, Completed multi-department rotations across Medical Chemistry, Immunology, Blood Research, Parasitology, and Zoology, gaining broad exposure to biomedical research methodologies.
- Laboratory Intern, Ain Shams University, Faculty of Agriculture, 02/01/20, 03/01/20, Conducted blood sampling, biochemistry analysis, hematology, urinalysis, and karyotyping under faculty supervision.
Timeline
Quality Assurance Specialist
Green Baharaiya Oasis Factory
06.2024 - Current
QA Specialist – Medical Services & Food Safety
South Sinai Security Forces
06.2023 - 06.2024
Microbiologist
Central Food Safety Laboratory
12.2022 - 05.2023
B.Sc. - Biotechnology
Ain Shams University
PGDip - Biochemistry & Microbiology
Beni Suef University