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Rachel Achope

@rachelachope

I’m a food quality and laboratory professional delivering GMP/HACCP compliant testing and regulatory-ready documentation.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can apply QC/QA laboratory testing, GMP/HACCP compliance, and regulatory documentation to protect food safety, strengthen data integrity, and collaborate across production and compliance teams.

I’m a results-driven laboratory and food quality professional with extensive experience in quality control and assurance across the food industry. I focus on delivering accurate physicochemical and microbiological testing, supported by strong documentation and data integrity practices.

In my roles, I’ve monitored Critical Control Points, maintained quality assurance records for audits, and ensured compliance with GMP, HACCP, and ISO-based quality systems. I conduct sample preparation, equipment operation and calibration, and validate test results to meet established standards.

I bring regulatory and operational support experience as well, including inspection-related administrative functions, compliance reporting, and coordination within regulatory environments. At NAFDAC, I handled regulatory files and correspondence with accuracy and confidentiality, streamlined document flow, and supported timely execution of tasks as a liaison.

I’m also experienced working alongside production teams to optimize process parameters, perform sensory evaluations, and implement corrective actions for nonconforming products. My mindset is hands-on, safety-focused, and collaborative—whether in food production, recycling operations, or diagnostic laboratory work using LIMS and strict biosafety protocols.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Regulatory Officer & Admin Assistant

NAFDAC South-South Zonal Office

Jul 2025 - Mar 2026 (8 months)

Maintained accurate, confidential regulatory documentation and correspondence across departments. Coordinated meetings, prepared compliance reports, and served as a liaison between the zonal director, stakeholders, and regulatory teams to support timely execution of tasks.

& Regulatory Compliance Monitoring Record keeping Liaison Meeting Coordination

Production Technician

Ajax Recycling

Nov 2024 - Apr 2025 (5 months)

Operated recycling machinery and monitored processing to convert waste materials into reusable products while enforcing safety and environmental regulations. Performed quality checks and supported equipment maintenance and troubleshooting to reduce downtime and improve productivity.

Recycling Machinery Operation Workflow Optimization Team Collaboration

Quality Control & Lab Tech

PZ Wilmar

Mar 2023 - Sep 2023 (6 months)

Conducted physicochemical and basic microbiological testing on raw materials, in-process, and finished food products to ensure compliance with ISO and NAFDAC standards. Monitored critical control points, executed HACCP/GMP documentation and corrective actions, and used analytical instruments for routine and validation testing.

Basic Microbiological Testing HACCP Documentation For Tests Spectrophotometry

Diagnostic Laboratory Technician

Heirs Specialist Hospital

Feb 2022 - Aug 2022 (6 months)

Performed hematological, biochemical, and microbiological analyses to support accurate diagnosis and patient management. Managed specimen collection and processing per SOPs, operated and calibrated laboratory instruments, and recorded validated results in a LIMS while following biosafety and infection control practices.

Hematology Testing Instrument Operation & Calibration

Food Production Technician

Luigrad Company Nigeria Limited

Aug 2018 - Nov 2019 (1 year 3 months)

Operated automated and semi-automated food production equipment to deliver consistent, high-quality output. Ensured GMP and HACCP compliance, handled batching and processing per approved formulas, met daily targets while minimizing waste, and supported continuous improvement with QA and maintenance teams.

HACCP Continuous Improvement