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Krishnaja Kanthakkal, Research Associate

Krishnaja Kanthakkal

Research Associate·Synthite Industries Private Limited

United Arab Emirates

Master's degree, Food Technology

Work experience

Total years of experience: 2 years, 8 months

Research Associate

November 2023 - Present

Synthite Industries Private Limited

Cochin, India

November 2023 - Present

Assist in developing and testing new food products or ingredients.

Conduct microbiological, chemical, and physical analysis of food samples.

Maintain detailed records of experiments, observations, and results.

Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and industry standards (e.g., FSSAI, ISO, HACCP).

Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments.

Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal or external stakeholders.

Company industry:
Food & Beverage Production
Job role:
Research and Development

QUALITY CONTROLLER|

September 2025 - February 2026

HT Foods,

Kerala, India

September 2025 - February 2026

• Monitored sanitation, temperature control, and packaging integrity while ensuring
compliance with HACCP, ISO, BRCGS, and export regulations
• Conducted microbiological testing and comprehensive quality analysis of seafood products
to maintain safety and standards
• Performed sensory evaluation (taste, smell, appearance) and assessed freshness indicators,
including odour, colour, and texture of fish and shellfish
• Supervised production activities, managed workflow, conducted product inspections, and
maintained accurate quality documentation. Handled customer interactions regarding
product specifications and quality requirements

Company industry:
FMCG
Job role:
Quality Control

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE|

November 2023 - August 2025

Synthite Industries Private Limited,

Kerala, India

November 2023 - August 2025

• Conducted research and development of spice-based food products based on target samples
and customer requirements.
• Developed and optimised spice blend formulations focusing on flavour, aroma, and
product stability.
• Performed sensory evaluation and comparative analysis to improve product quality.
• Executed experimental trials, recorded data, and performed analysis for product validation.
• Collaborated with production, QA, and marketing teams for product development and
process improvement.
• Ensured compliance with HACCP, FSMS, and FSSAI standards.
• Supported customised product development based on client specifications.

Company industry:
Manufacturing
Job role:
Research and Development

Education

Mahatma Gandhi University (Kottayam)

October 2023

October 2023

Master's degree, Food Technology

India

GPA (percentage): 85%

GPA (percentage): 85%

Completed the training on Food Quality Management System. Project : Nutritional analysis and composition of seaweeds.
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BCM College for Women

April 2021

April 2021

Bachelor's degree, Food Science

India

Skills

Teamwork
Expert
Teamwork
Expert
Root Cause Analysis
Expert
Root Cause Analysis
Expert
Case Studies
Expert
Case Studies
Expert
Sensory Evaluation
Expert
Sensory Evaluation
Expert
New Product development
Expert
New Product development
Expert
COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
FINITE STATE MACHINE
Intermediate
FINITE STATE MACHINE
Intermediate
FOOD SAFETY CERTIFICATION
Intermediate
FOOD SAFETY CERTIFICATION
Intermediate
FOOD TECHNOLOGY
Intermediate
FOOD TECHNOLOGY
Intermediate
DATA ANALYSIS
Intermediate
DATA ANALYSIS
Intermediate
NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Intermediate
NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Intermediate
QUALITY CONTROL
Intermediate
QUALITY CONTROL
Intermediate
RESEARCH
Intermediate
RESEARCH
Intermediate
SENSORY ANALYSIS
Intermediate
SENSORY ANALYSIS
Intermediate
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
Intermediate
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
Intermediate

Languages

English

Expert

Hindi

Intermediate

Tamil

Expert

Malayalam

Beginner

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Food labelling e-learning course.
Food Quality Management System
BRCGS Issue 9 Internal Auditor Training
BRCGS issue 9
HACCP Level 3