Kevin Osumo
@kevinosumo
Food Technologist and Quality Assurance specialist driving process improvement and compliance.
What I'm looking for
I am a Food Technologist and Quality Assurance specialist with over five years’ experience in food manufacturing, specializing in quality management systems and laboratory analysis techniques.
I have implemented and maintained ISO-aligned quality systems (ISO 9001, ISO 22000, ISO 22716), led internal audits, and ensured GMP and SOP compliance to reduce non-conformances and waste.
My laboratory strengths include GC-FID, normal phase HPLC, UV/VIS spectrophotometry, FT-NIR, titrimetric analyses and wet chemistry (BOD, COD, pH), supported by equipment calibration and data-driven reporting.
I emphasize clear communication, root-cause problem solving, training teams on hygiene and quality protocols, and continuous process optimization to deliver consistent product quality and operational excellence.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Quality Control Analyst
WTS International
Nov 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Developed and maintained quality systems and performed laboratory testing to ensure raw materials and finished products met standards; led internal inspections and corrective actions to improve process adherence and reduce waste.
Senior Quality Assurance Technician
Pwani Oil Products Limited
Aug 2022 - Nov 2024 (2 years 3 months)
Led quality system maintenance and root cause investigations for blending operations, optimized processes to enhance product quality and ensured compliance with SOPs, GMP and ISO standards.
Quality Control Technician
Pwani Oil Products Limited
Mar 2020 - Jul 2022 (2 years 4 months)
Performed routine GC analyses and generated certificates of analysis for oils and finished goods, prepared reagents per SOPs and compiled daily QC reports to support data-driven quality decisions.
Technical Operator - Tank Farm
Pwani Oil Products Limited
Sep 2019 - Feb 2020 (5 months)
Operated and maintained tank farm equipment, performed changeovers and washouts to prevent contamination, managed inventory and prepared samples for laboratory analysis to support continuous production.
Quality Inspector
Revital Healthcare (EPZ) Limited
Jan 2019 - Aug 2019 (7 months)
Implemented quality management practices in production and lab areas, conducted incoming and outgoing product assessments, coordinated internal audits and managed calibration of analytical equipment.
Quality Attaché
Sang'anyi Tea Factory
Jul 2017 - Sep 2017 (2 months)
Assisted with calibration and maintenance of testing equipment and performed in-process quality checks to ensure compliance with tea grading and regulatory requirements.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
WorldQuant University
Certificate, Applied Data Science
2025 - 2025
Completed a Certificate in Applied Data Science Lab covering practical data science techniques and laboratory applications.
Technical University of Mombasa
Bachelor of Science, Food Technology & Quality Assurance
2013 - 2018
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Food Technology & Quality Assurance focusing on food processing, quality systems, and laboratory analysis techniques.
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