KYLE KURTLEY SCHEEPERS
Production Operator / Technician
Strandfontein
Summary
I am a young innovative and ambitious individual looking for an opportunity to gain even more work experience within the pharmaceutical industry. I have knowledge of cGMP and a cleanroom environment. I have gained experience in Vial washing and Depyrogenationtunnel, Filter Integrity Testing, Material- and Device preparation, Residual Seal Force testing, Bulk tank connection,Transmittance sampling and Filling as a B operator. I also have experience in Formulation and Dispensing as a compounder and working with homogenisers, ph meters and vacuum mixers. I am a hardworking and deadline-driven individual with 4 years of work experience within the pharmaceutical industry who believes that I can add even more value to your company. At my current age, being healthy, energetic, and a critical thinker, I know that this opportunity will enable me to boost the productivity of the company and reach my targets, be they in individual tasks or as a team. My vision is to work for this company as a permanent employee, work toward stability, and keep manufacturing and ensuring quality products. Many lives are at stake, and I look forward to continuing to protect them.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Production Operator
Geslabs
08.2024 - Current
- Inspected final products for defects and flaws using proper QA procedures.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Set up and adjusted machines for day-to-day operations.
- Handled raw materials efficiently, minimizing waste during the production process.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Conducted thorough inspections of finished products, ensuring that they met or exceeded all specifications before shipment to customers.
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing machine settings and conducting routine maintenance.
- Developed strong communication channels with team members, fostering a collaborative work environment that resulted in improved processes.
- Reduced downtime with proactive troubleshooting and timely resolution of equipment issues.
- Maintained detailed records of production data, ensuring accuracy for inventory tracking and performance evaluation purposes.
- Increased overall output by effectively managing resources and prioritizing tasks according to deadlines.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for continuous process improvement in production operations.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Production Assistant
Biovac
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in producing high-quality products by adhering to strict manufacturing standards and protocols.
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Assisted in meeting tight deadlines by efficiently coordinating tasks with other team members.
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment, contributing to overall team productivity.
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
- Reduced production errors through close attention to detail and thorough quality control checks.
- Communicated with other crew members via walkie talkies to coordinated production activities.
- Facilitated clear communication between departments, ensuring smooth production operations.
COMPOUNDER
Environ Skincare
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Reduced repair needs by conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Reduced waste generation through careful monitoring of raw material usage and optimizing batch sizes.
- Operated mixers, scales, meters, pumps, safely and according to industry standards.
- Facilitated open communication within the compounding team by conducting regular meetings and encouraging collaboration across all levels of personnel.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to industry safety standards and regulations.
- Loaded raw ingredients into processing equipment accurately according to recipe instructions.
- Leveraged advanced knowledge of chemical properties to optimize recipe formulations while minimizing adverse reactions between ingredients.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in compounding techniques.
- Submitted finished product samples to laboratory for approval.
- Documented daily production activities accurately for traceability purposes, aiding future audits and investigations if needed.
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
BIOVAC
01.2021 - 06.2023
Education
Grade 12 - AFRIKAANS, ENGLISH, MATHEMATICS LITT, ACCOUNTING, GEOGRAPHY, BUSINESS STUDY, LIFE ORIENTATION
DE KRUINE SECONDARY SCHOOL
Quality Assurance Techniques - undefined
Cape Peninsula University OF Technology
04.2023 - 6 2023
Aseptic And Bioprocessing - Chemical Engineering
University of Stellenbosch
Cape Town07.2024
Skills
Manufacturing
Supply chain distribution
Material quality inspection
Equipment operation
Assembly and production
Equipment Maintenance
Physical labor
Equipment monitoring
Machine Calibration
Adhere to GMP standard
Aseptic filling Operator
Formulation of Products
Cover Letter
I am a young innovative and ambitious individual looking for an opportunity to gain even more work experience within the pharmaceutical industry. I have knowledge of cGMP and a cleanroom environment. I have gained experience in Vial washing and Depyrogenation tunnel, Filter Integrity Testing, Material- and Device preparation, Residual Seal Force testing, Bulk tank connection, Transmittance sampling and Filling as a B operator. I also have experience in Formulation and Dispensing as a compounder and working with homogenisers, pH meters and vacuum mixers. I am a hardworking and deadline-driven individual with two years of work experience within the pharmaceutical industry who believes that I can add even more value to your company. At my current age, being healthy, energetic, and a critical thinker, I know that this opportunity will enable me to boost the productivity of the company and reach my targets, be they in individual tasks or as a team. My vision is to work for this company as a permanent employee, work toward stability, and keep manufacturing and ensuring quality products. Many lives are at stake, and I look forward to continuing to protect them. Trust that you will find the above-mentioned letter in good order. Hope to hear from you soon. Kindest regards.
Education
De Kruine Secondary School, 2018, Grade 12, Afrikaans, English, Mathematics Litt, Accounting, Geography, Business Study, Life Orientation, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2023, Quality Assurance Techniques, 04/01/23 - 06/01/23 (40 Hours)
Dependants
1
Personal Information
- ID Number: 0011105315086
- Health Status: Excellent
- Criminal Record: None
- Date of Birth: 11/10/00
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: None
- Marital Status: Single
- Religion: Christian
Timeline
Production Operator
Geslabs
08.2024 - Current
Production Assistant
Biovac
03.2024 - 08.2024
COMPOUNDER
Environ Skincare
07.2023 - 03.2024
Quality Assurance Techniques - undefined
Cape Peninsula University OF Technology
04.2023 - 6 2023
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
BIOVAC
01.2021 - 06.2023
Grade 12 - AFRIKAANS, ENGLISH, MATHEMATICS LITT, ACCOUNTING, GEOGRAPHY, BUSINESS STUDY, LIFE ORIENTATION
DE KRUINE SECONDARY SCHOOL
Aseptic And Bioprocessing - Chemical Engineering
University of Stellenbosch