Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Personal Attributes Achievements
Training Computer Literacy
Contactable References
Employment Equity
Number Of Dependents
Health
Smoking
Disabled
Personal Information
Accomplishments
Certification
Interests
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Elizabeth Ackermann

QUALITY Assurance Manager
Kuilsriver
Elizabeth Ackermann

Summary

I am looking for a position within an established and reputable organization that would offer me the chance to not only utilize my current knowledge, skills and experience, but that can also afford me an opportunity to gain more experience and potential to grow within the organization. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Dedicated Industry professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Multi-tasking Manager well-known for creating positive workplace culture and high-performing teams. Demonstrated Product or Service expertise, including competitive offerings, pricing, and market positioning. Innovative and goal-oriented Management professional committed to Area of expertise. Dedicated team player skilled at mediation and conflict resolution. Drives company growth through Action. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Diligent Quality Manager with 26 years of experience making sure products and services meet internal and external standards. Skilled in market research, project management, and statistical analysis. Organized and analytical with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Overview

18
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Distell
Germiston

Quality Manager
02.2009

Job overview

  • Manage Sub-ordinates, Control the Quality Control Budgets and CAPEX requirements
  • (Cents per litre), Adherence to Production Plan, Maintain and improve Quality Standards of Products
  • (Quality Performance Index), Assist in problem solving., Manage QMS procedures and Food Safety Systems, Ensure compliance to Laboratory procedures based on ISO 17025 principles, Facilitate problem solving, Supplier management and supplier audits, Project Management, Maintain Site Certification for HACCP & SANS 1841, Responsible for the in-time ordering of laboratory chemicals and consumables, Assist lab analyst in handling instrument/equipment breakdowns, Identify and action trends on data e.g
  • Verifications, calibrations, etc., Responsible for the effective training of laboratory analyst on all analytical methods

Origin Wine
Stellenbosch

Quality Assurance Manager
04.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Manage Sub-ordinates, Control the Quality Control Budgets and CAPEX requirements
  • (Cents per litre), Adherence to Production Plan, Maintain and improve Quality Standards of Products
  • (Lean Manufacturing), Assist in problem solving., Manage QMS procedures and Food Safety Systems, Ensure compliance to Laboratory procedures based on ISO 17025, Facilitate problem solving, Supplier management and supplier audits, Project Management, Maintain Site Certification for Manages the strategic implementation of BRC, IFS, IPW, , SMETA, TESCO & SANS 1841 Certification, Supports and guides Laboratory staff with regards to new product developments and techniques, Participates actively in all new developments of Wine Making and Bottling., Consults with raw material suppliers and stays abreast of new product offerings, developments, and costs., Matches resources to the technical requirements and capacity., Evaluates manufacturing process continuously, optimizing existing and catering for new technologies, Integrates new wine and bottling processing developments into new manufacturing technologies., Introduce Lean Manufacturing practices (Quality at Source), Supplier Development

Distell
Stellenbosch

Supplier Development consultant
01.2018 - 04.2021

Job overview

  • Drive supplier selection through robust qualifications, Make a careful and critical examination of, Supplier quality and food safety management systems, Supplier process capability and effectiveness, Supplier inspection and testing during design, & development as well as during manufacturing, Conduct Supplier performance reviews, Analyze and interpret data and highlight business risks and make conscious decisions, Identify supplier process improvements that could lead to cost savings or revenue enhancements opportunities for both partners., Cross functional program management to qualify new materials, Assist sites with problem solving, Coach and develop new and existing suppliers to successfully implement process improvement tools, Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimum performance, Assist with new product development and/or process improvement by working with suppliers to ensure that key milestones are achieved, Pro- active cost saving and process improvement initiatives, Conduct, document, and mange on – site verification activities and examination of the supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems during start –up, follow –up, periodic and performance base audits against Distell requirements.

Distell
Epping

Quality Assurance Manager
04.2016 - 01.2017

Job overview

  • Manage Sub-ordinates, Control the Quality Control Budgets and CAPEX requirements
  • (Cents per litre), Adherence to Production Plan, Maintain and improve Quality Standards of Products
  • (Quality Performance Index), Assist in problem solving., Manage QMS procedures and Food Safety Systems, Ensure compliance to Laboratory procedures based on ISO 17025 principles, Facilitate problem solving, Supplier management and supplier audits, Project Management, Maintain Site Certification for BRC, SANS 1841, ISO 14001

Distell
Germiston

Laboratory Manager
01.2009 - 01.2010

Job overview

  • Audit Production, suppliers regarding HACCP, GMP and food safety compliance, Assess the specifications and parameters of contract packers, raw material, products and processes, Resolve and trouble shoot all product and process related quality and food safety matters for contract packers and production, Monitor and evaluate the Quality Assurance system of contract packers, suppliers and supply chain for adherence, Monitor Factory faults send to production by cold chains., Draw up reports related to product returns from the trade, Sensory evaluation of products, Assist Research and Product development department when new products are launched to ensure that the products comply with specification., Supervise Quality Controllers

Enterprise Foods (Tiger Brands)
Germiston

Quality Coordinator
08.2006 - 01.2009

Job overview

  • Audit Production, suppliers regarding HACCP, GMP and food safety compliance, Assess the specifications and parameters of contract packers, raw material, products and processes, Resolve and trouble shoot all product and process related quality and food safety matters for contract packers and production, Monitor and evaluate the Quality Assurance system of contract packers, suppliers and supply chain for adherence, Monitor Factory faults send to production by cold chains., Draw up reports related to product returns from the trade, Sensory evaluation of products, Assist Research and Product development department when new products are launched to ensure that the products comply with specification., Supervise Quality Controllers

Education

Technicon Pretoria

National Diploma Food Technology

Unisa

Certificate Numerical Business Skills

Voortrekker High School

Matric

Skills

Operational improvements

Quality processes

Statistical analysis skills

Familiarity with quality standards

Personal Attributes Achievements

  • Hard working
  • Honest & trustworthy
  • Reliable
  • Positive attitude
  • Respectful
  • Work to a high standard
  • Work well under pressure
  • Good team player and motivator
  • Willing to take initiative (go getter)
  • Good negotiator
  • Influence people positively
  • Learn quickly

Training Computer Literacy

Numerical Business Skills, Certificate in Product innovation, Certificate of Accomplishment for Supervisor Skills, Certificate for Cape Wine Academy, Certificate of Accomplishment for Presentation skills, Lead Auditor course, External Packaging Training, Distell Middle Management Development Program 2014, Self-management, Emotional Intelligence, IR training, Money Matters, Problem Solving, Green Belt Six Sigma, FSSC 22000, External Auditor training, SAP, MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Qlickview, Minitab, Sage, Qlicksens, LIMS

Contactable References

  • Jackie Modise, Distell, Head of Quality Assurance at Daybreak Farm, 082 934 3110
  • Quintus Willemse, Distell, Hygiene Manager, 083 286 9453
  • Riana Wagener, Distell, Supplier Quality Manager, 064 683 3201

Employment Equity

White

Number Of Dependents

0

Health

Excellent

Smoking

No

Disabled

No

Personal Information

  • Age: 47
  • Date of Birth: 06/05/77
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: South African
  • Marital Status: Married

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of Number in the development of Project name.
  • Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved Result by introducing Software for Type tasks.
  • Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Supervised team of Number staff members.

Certification

CQM - Certified Quality Manager

Interests

Reading,gym trail running

Timeline

Quality Assurance Manager

Origin Wine
04.2021 - Current

Supplier Development consultant

Distell
01.2018 - 04.2021

Quality Assurance Manager

Distell
04.2016 - 01.2017

Quality Manager

Distell
02.2009

Laboratory Manager

Distell
01.2009 - 01.2010

Quality Coordinator

Enterprise Foods (Tiger Brands)
08.2006 - 01.2009

Technicon Pretoria

National Diploma Food Technology
04.1998

Unisa

Certificate Numerical Business Skills
04.2013

Voortrekker High School

Matric
04.1995
Elizabeth AckermannQUALITY Assurance Manager