Hi, I’m
Chinwe Nnadi
Food Scientist /Technologist
Wetteren,Belgium
Summary
A results-driven food safety and quality professional with 10 + years hands-on experience driving operational excellence, regulatory compliance and product quality in food manufacturing. I am recognized for advancing company growth through customer satisfaction and strategic excellence
Overview
15
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Golden Heart Foundation, Nigeria
Operational Excellence Consultant (Remote)
07.2024 - Current
Job overview
- I provide expert food safety, quality and regulatory advice services to multiple food businesses under the GHF foundation, supporting compliance with ISO, HACCP and GMP standards.
- I partner with senior management of the companies and key stakeholders to identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvement which eventually drives cost reduction across the food production and quality systems.
- I lead operational change initiatives and translate risk assessment and data into actionable improvements in quality performance.
- I monitor and analyze food safety, quality control and laboratory data across portfolio companies to identify trends, mitigate risks and recommend continuous improvement actions.
Joint Secretariat of Agricultural Trade Associations
Food Safety and Sustainability Officer (Trainee)
10.2023 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Conducted comprehensive food safety risk assessments and prepared regulatory dossiers for food products including imports into the EU from third countries, ensuring regulatory readiness and compliance.
- Tracked and analyzed EU food safety developments including contaminants, additives, labelling, sustainability regulations and communicated implications to members and stakeholders.
- Collaborated with EU institutions (DG AGRI, DG ENVI, DG MARE, COPA/COGECA) and regulatory bodies, synthesizing regulatory updates and scientific findings into clear guidance for Industry stakeholders.
- Provided technical guidance on innovation and new product development, supporting compliant formation, process optimization and market readiness.
- Researched and evaluated scientific literature and EFSA opinions to inform food safety policies, innovation strategies and evidence-based decision making.
- Brussels, Belgium
National Centre for Agricultural Mechanization
Food Technologist/ Product development division
01.2014 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Led food product research and formulation, developed protein rich and staple based products for specialized nutrition markets in West Africa.
- Implemented food safety and quality control systems to ensure compliance to HACCP, GMP and ISO standards, conducting inspections, artificial testing and verification of raw materials and finished products.
- Developed training and capacity building programs for clients, junior staff and external stakeholders on food safety, regulatory updates and product innovation.
- Developed innovative, fortified and plant-based products including healthy meat alternatives locally called wara and beske and a regular staple called CocosGari, supporting nutrition and food security initiatives.
- Kwara State, Nigeria
Seven - Up Bottling C. PlcLagos State, Nigeria
Quality Assurance Specialist
10.2010 - 02.2013
Job overview
- Analyzed production and quality performance data and reported actionable insights to management to support process improvement and operational efficiency.
- Conducted physico-chemical testing on water and beverage products to ensure full compliance with GMP, HACCP, and internal quality standards.
- Performed sensory and microbiological analyses to determine product shelf life, enabling effective batch rotation and accurate inventory management.
- Resolved customer complaints through structured root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), improving customer satisfaction and product consistency.
- Maintained effective hazard control systems by monitoring Operational Prerequisite Programs (OPRPs) and enforcing Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Education
Ebonyi State UniversityNigeria
Bachelors in Food Science and Technology
09.2008
Ghent University / KU LeuvenBelgium
Masters in Food Technology
02.2023
University Overview
- Completed Courses: Food Colloids, Food Chemistry, Food Microbiology, Food Processing, Thermal processing of foods, Food Safety and Analysis, Milk and Dairy Technology
- Thesis: Effects of emulsifying salts on the functional quality of low moisture part- skimmed mozzarella
- Laboratory Skills: Chemical composition, Centrifugation, small-strain oscillation rheology, texture analyser, making of starter culture, microbiological analysis.
Skills
- Research and Development Skills
- Creativity
- Quality Assurance
- Process Improvement skills
- Problem-solving Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership Skills
Business analysis
Technical reporting
Client Relationship Management
Contract drafting
Mentoring and coaching
Market research proficiency
Project management software
Organisational development
Technical writing
Statistical analysis
Business development
Certification
- HACCP Certification, 2024-02-01, 2024-03-01
- HSE 1,2,3 Certification, 2025
- Project Management Professional (PMP), 2025
Languages
English
Dutch
Projects
Development of Cocos Garri, A dairy fortified cassava-based product in Nigeria, 2004-06-01 to 2008-10-01 Development of ‘beske’ and ‘wara’, A healthy meat alternative made from soybean milk and dairy., 2017 Effects of emulsifying salts on the functional quality of low moisture part-skimmed mozzarella, 2022-06-01 to 2023-02-01
Research Papers and Publications
- To, C. M., Nnadi, C. O., Wang, T., Vermeir, P., De Meulenaer, B., Dewettinck, K., & Van der Meeren, P., Impact of sodium orthophosphate, sodium pyrophosphate or sodium citrate addition via dry-salting on the properties of low-moisture part skim mozzarella., INTERNATIONAL DAIRY JOURNAL, 137, 2023
- Chinwe, O.U, Ojukwu, E.O, Jackson, B.A, ACHA; A Potential Grain as a Food Fortifier., International Scholars Journal, Asia. Asian Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences., 03, 05, October, 2015, 2321 – 1571
- Chinwe O.U, Onah O.R, Adamade C.A and Adejumo, O. A, Effect of osmotic pre-treatment on the oil temperature and sensory evaluation of sweet potato chips., International Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences., 4, 12, August, 2015
- Chinwe, O. U., Ozumba. I. C., Adejumo,O. A., Ayuba O.L., Nwosu Caeser., Bosa, S.O., Idowu, O, Sensory and Comparative Analysis of Ordinary Garri and Cocosgarri (Nutritionally enriched)., International Journal of Research Studies in Agricultural Sciences (IJRSAS), 2, 8, 2016, 27-32, 2454-6224
- Chinwe O.U, Ozumba, I.C; Adejumo, O. A; Anyaeji Fidelis, Nwosu Caeser, Production and proximate composition of fortified garri –COCOSGARRI., International Journal of Life Sciences., CRDEEP, In Press
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Timeline
Operational Excellence Consultant (Remote)
Golden Heart Foundation
07.2024 - Current
Food Safety and Sustainability Officer (Trainee)
Joint Secretariat of Agricultural Trade Associations
10.2023 - 05.2024
Food Technologist/ Product development division
National Centre for Agricultural Mechanization
01.2014 - 09.2019
Quality Assurance Specialist
Seven - Up Bottling C. Plc
10.2010 - 02.2013
Ebonyi State University
Bachelors in Food Science and Technology
Ghent University / KU Leuven
Masters in Food Technology