Pinar Bostancioglu
Food Engineer| Quality Assurance Specialist
Mersin,33
Summary
Results-driven quality assurance professional with extensive experience in quality management, team building, and international compliance audits. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and cultivate high-performing teams while effectively managing facility processes in global markets. Expertise in ensuring software quality and reliability through rigorous testing methodologies, complemented by a collaborative approach that consistently meets high standards in dynamic environments. Actively seeking managerial or production roles to leverage skills in driving organizational success and fostering continuous improvement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Quality Assurance Engineer
CCI
05.2025 - Current
- Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
- Met tight deadlines to satisfy client demands and project timelines.
- Ensured timely delivery of high-quality products through effective coordination with cross-functional teams.
- SAP software knowledge
- Maximized team productivity through continuous improvement initiatives and implementation of best practices in QA methodologies.
- Prepared presentation and assisted audits for facility.
- Created cost effective projects
QA Manager
Akdeniz Entegre A.S
10.2022 - 01.2025
- Organized meetings with suppliers to obtain cause and corrective actions reports
- Educated and trained management staff on audit standards and practices
- Communicated and corresponded with customers and suppliers regarding quality issues
- Inspected outbound shipments and conducted random sampling to verify product quality
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues and defect
- Coordinated internal audits to assess compliance with ISO standards, resulting in improved adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Hired and trained required team for implementation of standard needs
- Provided training to employees on best practices in quality management, fostering a culture of excellence within the organization.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues and defects.
- Investigated customer complaints and performed corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER
10.2022 - 01.2025
LEAD KITCHEN SUPERVISOR
Brothers And Sisters Coffee Co.
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Evaluated condition and cleanliness of kitchen areas, delegating tasks to meet company standards
- Performed opening, closing and side work duties in accordance with guidelines
- Educated kitchen staff on safety issues to comply with health and safety regulations
- Oversaw prep work to maintain food quality, plate presentation and sanitation standards
- Determined minimum and maximum stock and controlled par stocks of materials and equipment
- Rotated food products to minimize spoilage and waste
- Inspected and sampled food for proper taste, color combination and overall presentation to maintain appeal
- Supervised kitchen staff by training, counseling and disciplining
- Recorded production, operational, and personnel data on specified forms
- Trained workers in food preparation, and in service, sanitation, and safety procedures
- Evaluated new products for usefulness and suitability.
FOOD SAFETY MANAGER
Atlas Commercial Kitchen LLC.
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Implemented office procedures, creating streamlined processes
- Demonstrated products to clients
- Inspected food processing areas to ensure compliance with government regulations and standards
- Stayed updated on new regulations and current events regarding food science by reviewing scientific literature
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
- Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and objectives
- Experienced with social media and communications platforms.
FOOD ENGINEER
Sastas-Tapasmar
11.2015 - 03.2019
- Inspected food processing areas to ensure compliance with government regulations and standards for sanitation
- Evaluated food processing and storage operations and assisted in development of quality assurance programs
- Developed new food items for production, based on consumer feedback
- Tested new products for flavor, texture, color, nutritional content, and adherence to government
- Created food standards, production specifications, safety and sanitary regulations
- Checked raw ingredients for maturity and stability for processing and finished products for safety
- Managed production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of products while maintaining high quality standards.
- Improved production efficiency by developing and implementing new manufacturing processes.
- Assisted BRC - IFS, SEDEX, MSC CoC , and customer audits.
GENERAL COORDINATOR (Temporary Role)
Akdeniz Entegre A.S
11.2015 - 01.2019
- Managed tasks across team to deliver projects on time and under budget
- Performed specialized tasks to support successful completion of projects and events
- Coordinated and attended meetings to develop project strategies
- Monitored customer orders to ensure accuracy and satisfaction
- Developed and implemented procedures to streamline the coordination of customer orders
- Collected and analyzed customer feedback to gauge satisfaction and success
- Prioritized projects, effectively meeting critical deadlines
- Identified areas for process improvement and made recommendations improving efficiency
- Worked closely with clients to meet product and service needs
- Prepared reports and presentations aiding in budgeting process.
Education
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - FOOD ENGINEERING
Cukurova university
Adana, CUKUROVAAssociate of Science - Business Administration And Management
ANADOLU UNIVERSITY
ESKISEHIRSkills
Systems Analysis
Employee Training
Quality Assurance Guidance
Employee Recruitment
ISO, BRCGS,SQF,IFS, Halal, Kosher knowledge
MSC CoC seafood sustainability standard knowledge
Certification
Certifications will be provided upon request
References
References available upon request
Additional Information
Experience about food safety standards and audits. (Knowledge about BRCGS-IFS, Morrison, TS EN ISO, MSC CoC, ASC, BSCI, TSE HELAL, GIMDES)
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Quality Assurance Engineer
CCI
05.2025 - Current
QA Manager
Akdeniz Entegre A.S
10.2022 - 01.2025
QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER
10.2022 - 01.2025
LEAD KITCHEN SUPERVISOR
Brothers And Sisters Coffee Co.
01.2020 - 01.2021
FOOD SAFETY MANAGER
Atlas Commercial Kitchen LLC.
05.2019 - 11.2019
FOOD ENGINEER
Sastas-Tapasmar
11.2015 - 03.2019
GENERAL COORDINATOR (Temporary Role)
Akdeniz Entegre A.S
11.2015 - 01.2019
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
ANADOLU UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - FOOD ENGINEERING
Cukurova university