Ethne Carlse Oppelt
Laboratory Manager
Paarl
Summary
Accomplished Laboratory Manager with a proven track record at Water Analytical Laboratory, adept at transitioning ISO/IEC standards and enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in laboratory management and employee supervision, I excel in maintaining SANAS accreditation and spearheading quality control initiatives. Demonstrated success in fostering professional growth and streamlining processes for improved accuracy and productivity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Laboratory Manager and Nominated Representative
Water Analytical Laborary
01.2015 - Current
- SANAS Technical Signatory and Nominated Representative
- Was Responsible for the complete transition of ISO/IEC 17025:2005 to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and successfully transitioned and continued accreditation awarded in 2018
- Creating and implementing SOP's
- Quality Manager
- Conducts Routine Risk assessments
- Conducts yearly Internal audits
- Responsible for the bidding of RFQ's and Tenders
- Responsible for Customer relations
- Responsible for all accounting practices, including payroll, invoicing, statements, SARS Tax compliance
- Water testing for compliance
- Method Validations
- Conducted periodic performance reviews for staff members, offering constructive feedback to facilitate professional growth.
- Designed processes to increase efficiency by minimizing error and reducing repetitive tasks.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
Senior Laboratory Technician
Integral Laboratory (Pty) Ltd
09.2014 - 12.2014
- Ensured adherence to regulatory guidelines and industry best practices by monitoring the lab''s performance regularly and implementing corrective actions as required.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample processing and data analysis procedures.
- Setting up of new branch of the laboratory in Stellenbosch
- Microbiological testing of water and wine
- Method Validation
- Water Toxins testing example ,microcystins
- Proficient in Laboratory LIMS systems
Laboratory Technician and Technical Signatory
Wynland Laboratory (Pty) Ltd
05.2013 - 08.2014
- Testing of Water, Wine, Swabs and foodstuffs
- Routine testing such as SANS 241 requirements and Global GAP requirements
- Testing of pathogens including but not limited to, Staphylococcus areus, Listeria monocytogenes, Clostridia, Legionella
- Method Validations
- SANAS technical Signatory
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Supported laboratory staff with advanced troubleshooting, resolving complex problems and helping with special projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology And Biotechnology
University of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Fulfilling all Management requirements as per ISO/IEC 17025:2017
Ensuring Continued SANAS accreditation and addition of methods to the scope
Laboratory Management
Standard Operating Procedures
Employee Supervision
Laboratory work competency
Microbiology Techniques
Lab equipment maintenance
Scientific Presentations
Impartiality
Procedure Monitoring
Quality controls
Equipment Maintenance
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised all staff members.
- Achieved addition of methods to our scope with accuracy and efficiency.
- Increasing our customer base
Certification
SACNASP - Certified Natural Scientist (Upgrade is due and in process)
Timeline
Laboratory Manager and Nominated Representative
Water Analytical Laborary
01.2015 - Current
Senior Laboratory Technician
Integral Laboratory (Pty) Ltd
09.2014 - 12.2014
Laboratory Technician and Technical Signatory
Wynland Laboratory (Pty) Ltd
05.2013 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology And Biotechnology
University of Stellenbosch
04.2001 -
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