ERIC OCHIENG' ΟYANGE

Quality Assurance Professional
Kisumu, KE.

About

Highly accomplished Quality Assurance Professional with over 10 years of experience driving operational excellence and compliance in multicultural corporate settings. Proven expertise in developing effective QC procedures, enhancing efficiency, and significantly reducing project costs through strategic quality management, auditing, and stakeholder engagement. Seeking a senior role to leverage advanced quality control skills and leadership for organizational growth and maximized potential.

Work

Ecolog International – UNIFIL Mission Lebanon
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QHSE Executive

Naqoura, South Governorate, Lebanon

Summary

Led comprehensive Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) operations at the UNIFIL Mission, ensuring stringent compliance with UN, ISO, and food safety standards across all processes.

Highlights

Developed, implemented, and maintained robust Quality Management Systems (QMS) in alignment with stringent UN, ISO, Codex Alimentarius, and HACCP standards.

Oversaw comprehensive food safety compliance across storage, handling, and distribution, enforcing strict hygiene practices and monitoring cold chain conditions to prevent spoilage and contamination.

Directed and led regular internal and third-party audits, documenting non-conformities, and implementing corrective actions to ensure continuous process improvement and compliance.

Managed supplier quality assurance, evaluating and approving vendors based on food safety standards and UN requirements, ensuring high-quality supply chain performance.

Identified and mitigated potential food safety hazards, implementing robust risk assessment measures and ensuring full compliance with UNIFIL contractual obligations.

Designed and delivered training programs for warehouse staff on HACCP, health & safety, and quality procedures, significantly enhancing occupational safety awareness and practices.

Maintained meticulous records of inspections, audits, and training activities, preparing detailed quality and safety reports for management and UNIFIL representatives.

Served as the primary liaison between Ecolog International, UNIFIL quality control officers, and other key stakeholders, facilitating efficient and safe mission operations.

Ecolog International – Iraq
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HSE Supervisor

Baghdad, Baghdad Governorate, Iraq

Summary

Supervised Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) programs in Iraq, implementing policies, conducting audits, and investigating incidents to ensure a safe and compliant workplace.

Highlights

Successfully implemented company-wide health and safety policies and programs, significantly enhancing workplace safety for personnel and assets.

Conducted regular safety inspections and audits, proactively identifying hazards and ensuring a secure operational environment.

Investigated all accidents and incidents, pinpointing root causes and implementing effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Developed and executed comprehensive emergency response plans, including conducting training and drills to ensure staff preparedness and rapid response capabilities.

OMRA SLAUGHTER HOUSE LIMITED/ OMRA EPZ LIMITED
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Quality and Production Manager

Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

Summary

Managed end-to-end quality and production processes for a meat processing facility, optimizing resource allocation and implementing robust quality control to ensure timely, high-quality output and regulatory compliance.

Highlights

Directed and coordinated the entire production process from harvesting to packaging, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality meat products.

Implemented and rigorously monitored quality control programs, ensuring strict adherence to product standards and health and safety guidelines.

Optimized human and material resource allocation, streamlining production workflows and enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Led a team of employees, overseeing hiring, training, performance appraisals, and fostering a productive and compliant work environment.

Managed production scheduling and set departmental goals, consistently meeting output targets and improving operational performance.

Reduced waste by implementing effective strategies to minimize inedible products and maintaining stringent sanitary working conditions.

Applied technical expertise to diagnose and resolve complex production issues, implementing corrective actions that improved process reliability.

Developed and presented comprehensive reports on production forecasts, productivity metrics, and safety performance to senior management.

Collaborated with all managers to conduct facility and equipment safety audits, identifying potential hazards and ensuring strict regulatory compliance.

DynCorp International – Afghanistan
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QA/QC Auditor

Kabul, Kabul Province, Afghanistan

Summary

Conducted Quality Assurance and Quality Control audits for contractual services in Afghanistan, maintaining QC procedures and supporting quality training to ensure compliance and high standards.

Highlights

Performed field audits for contractual services, verifying adherence to quality standards and contractual obligations.

Maintained robust Quality Control (QC) procedures and implemented effective inspection systems to ensure product and service integrity.

Provided essential support for quality training initiatives and data presentations, enhancing team capabilities and communication of quality metrics.

SGS Kenya Limited (Auditing and Certification)
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Technical Expert (Part-Time)

Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

Summary

Provided expert technical support to audit teams, conducting client assessments and facilitating alignment with ISO/FSSC requirements for certification readiness.

Highlights

Contributed technical expertise to audit teams, enhancing the rigor and accuracy of client assessments.

Conducted in-depth audit interviews and comprehensive gap analyses for diverse client organizations, identifying areas for improvement.

Assisted clients in effectively aligning their organizational activities with stringent ISO/FSSC requirements, improving compliance and certification readiness.

Hashi Holdings Ltd – DRC Congo
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QA/QC Supervisor

Kinshasa, Kinshasa, Congo (Democratic Republic of the)

Summary

Supervised QA/QC operations in DRC Congo, overseeing product inspection, physical and sensory analysis, and ensuring compliance with international food safety standards for foodstuffs.

Highlights

Directed the inspection and dispatch of products, ensuring all items met quality specifications before shipment.

Conducted thorough physical and sensory analyses of foodstuffs, guaranteeing product quality and safety.

Monitored and enforced quality compliance with international standards, including EU, ISO, Codex Alimentarius, and HACCP, for all products.

Inchcape Shipping Services – Somalia
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Quality Assurance Assistant

Mogadishu, Banaadir, Somalia

Summary

Assisted in Quality Assurance for shipping operations in Somalia, conducting inspections, managing product dispatch, and ensuring adherence to quality control plans and contractual procedures.

Highlights

Executed inspections, loading, and dispatch of products, ensuring adherence to quality standards and operational efficiency.

Conducted regular inspections to verify compliance with established quality control plans, maintaining high standards across operations.

Provided professional advice on quality issues and verified contract procedures, ensuring robust quality assurance throughout the shipping process.

Sea Harvest K Ltd – Mombasa, Kenya
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Quality Health and Safety and Environment Manager

Mombasa, Mombasa County, Kenya

Summary

Managed QHSE systems for a seafood processing facility in Mombasa, establishing food safety management systems and supervising operations for EU compliance.

Highlights

Established and comprehensively reviewed the Food Safety Management System (FSMS), encompassing HACCP, SSOP, and ISO 22000 standards.

Successfully implemented robust sanitation and occupational health and safety procedures, significantly improving workplace safety and hygiene.

Supervised all processing operations to ensure full compliance with stringent EU export requirements, facilitating international market access.

W. E Tilley LTD and J Fish K Ltd – Kisumu, Kenya
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Assistant QHSE and Production Manager

Kisumu, Kisumu County, Kenya

Summary

Assisted in managing QHSE and production in Kisumu, planning job allocations and implementing food safety and occupational health and safety systems.

Highlights

Planned and allocated production jobs, optimizing workflow and resource utilization to meet operational targets.

Established and implemented comprehensive food safety and occupational health and safety systems, ensuring a compliant and safe working environment.

Mumias Raw Sugar Processing Company Ltd.
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Quality Control Superintendent – Intern

Mumias, Kakamega County, Kenya

Summary

Supported quality control as an intern at a sugar refinery, performing chemical analyses and managing sanitation processes to maintain product quality and hygiene.

Highlights

Conducted routine chemical analyses and maintained refinery section analysis, contributing to product quality monitoring.

Managed housekeeping and biocide dosing for mill sanitation, ensuring a hygienic and compliant processing environment.

Education

Egerton University
Njoro, Nakuru County, Kenya

Bachelor of Science

Food Science and Technology

Booker Academy
Kakamega, Kakamega County, Kenya

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

Secondary Education

Languages

English
Swahili

Certificates

Oil and Gas H2S Training

Issued By

Restrata

Permit to Work System Training

Issued By

Restrata

Rumaila Operating Organisation Safety Foundation Training

Issued By

Rumaila Operating Organisation

Food Protection Manager SERV Safe Certification

Issued By

SERV Safe

FSSC 22000 Auditing

Issued By

SGS

ISO 22000, 45001, and ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Course

Issued By

Various Certification Bodies

NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Issued By

NEBOSH

Certified Quality Auditor Training

Issued By

American Society for Quality

Food Safety Level 2 Training

Issued By

Not Specified

Refresher Occupational Health and Safety Training

Issued By

Directorate of OSHS, Kenya

Occupational Health and Safety Training

Issued By

Inchcape Shipping Services Marine Academy, UK

British Retail Consortium Global Food Safety Standards Training

Issued By

British Retail Consortium

ISO 22000 FSMS Implementation and Internal Audit

Issued By

UNIDO

Food Safety HACCP Training

Issued By

USFDA East Africa

Fisheries Products Health Conditions Training

Issued By

Private Sector Training

Certificate of Proficiency in MS Office Applications

Issued By

Not Specified

Skills

Quality Management

Quality Assurance, Quality Control, QMS Implementation, ISO 22000, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, BRC-GFSI, HACCP, Codex Alimentarius, Auditing, GMP, SSOP, Policy Development, Compliance, Risk Management, KPI Analysis, Monitoring & Evaluation.

Food Safety

Food Safety & Hygiene, Cold Chain Management, Supplier Quality Assurance, Food Safety Management Systems, Sanitation, EU Compliance.

Health & Safety (HSE)

Occupational Health & Safety (OHS), HSE Oversight, Safety Inspections, Accident Investigation, Emergency Response Planning, Safety Training, NEBOSH.

Operations & Production Management

Production Management, Line Management, Resource Allocation, Process Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Project Management, Waste Reduction, Procurement, Supply Chain Coordination.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Leadership, Team Management, Stakeholder Management, Training & Capacity Building, Performance Management, Conflict Resolution, Mentoring, Strategic Planning.

Technical & Analytical Skills

Numerical Skills, Data Analysis, Reporting, Gap Analysis, Chemical Analysis, Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Innovative Thinking, Independent Work.