Ankit Patel

Ankit Patel possesses extensive experience in the dairy and food processing industry, currently serving as an Expert Engineer in Process & Technical Services at Land O'Lakes, Inc. since June 2018. In this role, Ankit leads special projects focused on process engineering, technical support, and operational efficiency across multiple cheese and seasoning plants. Previously, Ankit held various positions including Senior Process Engineer and Associate Plant Manager, where responsibilities included maintaining process recipes for natural cheese and whey powder, troubleshooting process issues, and managing plant operations to meet productivity goals. Ankit's earlier experience includes significant roles at Almarai, where leadership in production and quality assurance was demonstrated, as well as a foundational role at Vidya Dairy as an In Plant Trainee. Ankit holds a Bachelor's Degree in Dairy & Food Processing Technology from SMC College of Dairy Science.