NAHLA KT

▪ Gained hands-on experience in the processing and packaging of root-based food products, including tapioca and yam. ▪ Observed and assisted in various stages of raw material handling, cleaning, peeling, and size grading. ▪ Studied the mechanical operations of slicing, blanching, drying, and frying units used in value-added root product manufacturing. ▪ Assisted in monitoring moisture content, oil absorption, and texture analysis during frying and drying processes. ▪ Familiarized with the implementation of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOP). ▪ Participated in quality control activities such as sample collection, physical and chemical analysis of products, and shelf-life studies. ▪ Observed the importance of temperature control, hygiene, and cross- contamination prevention throughout production lines. ▪ Worked alongside plant supervisors to understand real-time troubleshooting and machinery maintenance basics. ▪ Documented daily production activities, raw material input-output ratios, and product yield calculations.

▪ Acquired in-depth understanding of fruit pulp extraction, clarification, and concentration processes used in fruit-based product manufacturing. ▪ Assisted in the initial quality assessment and sorting of fresh fruits used in juice and pulp production. ▪ Observed operations involving fruit washing, peeling, pulping, filtration, and pasteurization stages. ▪ Gained exposure to filling and packaging techniques for aseptic and non-aseptic fruit pulp containers. ▪ Participated in microbial analysis of raw and processed fruit samples to ensure compliance with food safety standards ▪ Monitored temperature, pH levels, and Brix measurements during fruit pulp standardization. ▪ Engaged in documentation processes related to batch processing, quality assurance records, and traceability logs.