CHAMARA SANDAKELUM

Quality Assurance & Control Professional

Pelmadulla, LK.

About

Highly dedicated professional with a robust academic foundation in Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Molecular Biology from the University of Kelaniya, coupled with hands-on experience in Quality Control and Quality Assurance within pharmaceutical and tin can manufacturing. Proven ability to implement rigorous quality standards, streamline documentation, and ensure compliance with industry regulations like GMP, HACCP, and FSSC. Eager to leverage strong analytical skills, problem-solving capabilities, and a collaborative approach to drive operational excellence and contribute to organizational success.

Work

Tess Agro PLC - Agro Tin Tech

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Quality Assurance Executive

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Summary

Led quality assurance initiatives for tin can manufacturing, ensuring strict adherence to regulatory standards and enhancing compliance.

Highlights

Ensured 100% adherence to critical quality standards and regulatory requirements, optimizing manufacturing processes for tin cans.

Streamlined quality control documentation, improving traceability and compliance across manufacturing operations.

Played a pivotal role in achieving and maintaining the FSSC standard, contributing to enhanced food safety and operational integrity.

Astron Limited

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Quality Control Analyst

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Summary

Conducted comprehensive chemical testing and analytical analyses for in-process and finished pharmaceutical products, ensuring product quality and compliance.

Highlights

Executed precise chemical testing and analytical techniques on in-process and finished pharmaceutical products, ensuring quality control.

Managed in-process quality control for diverse pharmaceutical products, including liquids, tablets, and penicillin, ensuring strict compliance with GMP, HACCP, and SOPs.

Monitored critical control points across formulation and packaging stages, identifying potential issues and ensuring product integrity.

Applied foundational knowledge of HPLC and fluorescence spectroscopy to conduct precise analytical tests, contributing to accurate product analysis.

Education

University of Kelaniya

Kelaniya, Western Province, Sri Lanka
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MSc Biochemistry and Biotechnology Grade:

University of Kelaniya

Kelaniya, Western Province, Sri Lanka
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B.Sc Biological Science (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Plant and Molecular Biology) Grade:

Languages

English

Sinhala

Skills

Analytical Techniques

Analytical Testing, Instrumentation, HPLC, Fluorescence Spectroscopy.

Quality Control & Assurance

Sampling Techniques, Inspection Techniques, In-process Quality Control, Quality Assurance Practices.

Regulatory Compliance

GMP, HACCP, FSSC Compliance, SOPs, Quality Standards.

Problem Solving & Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail, Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Decision-Making.

Collaboration & Adaptability

Team Collaboration, Adaptability, Flexibility.

Software Proficiency

Microsoft Office.

Interests

Sports

Baseball Team Member (University of Kelaniya).

Academic & Professional Societies

Committee Member, Society of Biochemistry, Committee Member, Biological Science Students' Forum.