Gurpreet Kaur

About Gurpreet Kaur

Food Safety Specialist | Certified HACCP Auditor | Microbiology Expert Passionate about ensuring food safety, quality, and compliance in the food industry. With over 5 years of experience in food safety, microbiology, and regulatory compliance, I specialize in optimizing food safety programs, conducting audits, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence. What I Bring to the Table-Expertise in FDA, USDA, and international food safety regulations, including ISO-9001, and GMPs-Proven track record in conducting audits, improving sanitation processes, and implementing corrective actions to enhance food safety-Strong background in microbiology research, handling BSL-2 pathogens, and developing innovative solutions for food safety challenges-Skilled in data analysis (SAS, MATLAB, R, Python) and translating complex research findings into actionable insights-Adept at training and mentoring teams to foster a culture of compliance and continuous improvement. Key Achievements-Secured a USDA NIFA grant for food safety research, demonstrating strong project management and stakeholder collaboration-Led international projects for USAID, developing food safety guidelines and collaborating with teams from Nigeria, Bangladesh, and Ethiopia-Published peer-reviewed research on biofilms, sanitation, and disinfection, contributing to advancements in food safety science. Why I Do What I Do: I am driven by a commitment to protect public health and ensure the highest standards of food safety and quality. Whether it’s through conducting audits, leading research, or training teams, I strive to make a meaningful impact in the food industry. Let’s Connect: If you’re passionate about food safety, QA, or regulatory compliance, let’s connect! I’m always open to discussing new opportunities, collaborations, or sharing insights on the latest trends in food safety and microbiology.

Experience

1. Auditor- Retail & Hospitality Sector

   LRQA

   Dec 2024 — Present

   Conduct thorough inspections of food processing facilities and corporate sites, verifying adherence to food safety protocols, hygiene standards, and proper implementation of GMPs, QA, hygiene, and HACCP systems.• Evaluate food safety management systems, including documentation, record-keeping, and implementation of FSMA preventive controls.• Deliver specialized training programs for improved food safety and environmental monitoring programs.• Draft detailed audit reports documenting investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action recommendations for site managers and overseas corporate team partners.• Deliver specialized training programs on food safety, QA, hygiene and sanitation practices, SSOPs, HACCP principles, and EMPs.• Stay updated on evolving FDA, USDA, EPA, and international food safety regulations.