Ryno Andre
Concrete Lab Manager
Midrand,GP
Summary
Driven by a commitment to excellence, I leveraged my expertise in laboratory work competency and leadership at Metier Mixed Concrete to enhance operational efficiency and foster team collaboration. By implementing standard operating procedures and focusing on quality controls, I significantly improved lab performance and staff proficiency, embodying reliability and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Laboratory Manager/ Lab Controller
Metier Mixed Concrete
07.2017 - Current
- Conducted periodic performance reviews for staff members, offering constructive feedback to facilitate professional growth.
- Resolved issues with product development from inception through post-commercialization processes.
- Designed processes to increase efficiency by minimizing error and reducing repetitive tasks.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
- Managed operational documents and produced reports detailing activities.
- Interviewed, hired and trained lab technicians to perform experiments and analyze results.
- Kept equipment maintained, facility clean, and organized and inventory stocked to maximize performance.
- Increased accuracy in test results by maintaining calibration schedules for all instruments.
- Fostered a positive working environment by promoting open communication among team members and addressing any conflicts promptly.
- Maintained an organized inventory system for lab supplies, reducing waste and saving on procurement costs.
- Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining workflows and implementing process improvements.
- Enhanced laboratory safety by conducting regular inspections and updating safety training materials as needed.
- Reduced turnaround time for sample analysis through effective scheduling and prioritization of tasks.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for laboratory processes, resulting in consistent quality of work.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment to identify potential upgrades that could improve overall lab performance.
- Coordinated staff training programs to keep abreast of advances in scientific knowledge relevant to the field.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on technical skills development and career growth opportunities.
Quality Controller/Senior Material Tester
Roadlab
01.2013 - 06.2017
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing complaints and resolving product-related concerns.
- Improved quality processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented quality assurance improvements.
- Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Updated quality control standards, methods, and procedures to meet compliance requirements.
- Developed comprehensive quality control documentation, providing clear guidelines for staff adherence.
- Verification of tools and equipment to meet requirements.
- Trained new employees on company-specific quality control procedures, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Design of concrete mix designs according to clients specifications,reporting of mix designs and grading analysis.
- Capturing and emailing of quotations to clients.
- Concrete Durability Index Testing and reporting of results.
- Designed and implemented new spreadsheet for concrete tests in the Laboratory.
Laboratory Technician/Field Technician
Roadlab
03.2011 - 12.2012
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Sampling and making of concrete cubes on construction sites.
- Preformed schmidt hammer testing on construction sites.
- Preformed covermeter testing and drilled concrete cores on construction sites.
- Concrete Durability Index testing including preparation of samples and capturing and reporting of results and pro-forma invoices.
Junior Lab Technician
Roadlab
03.2009 - 02.2011
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Optimized standard operating procedures based on regulatory guidelines.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Making,curing and testing of Concrete cubes and beams including slump workability tests.
- Preparation,testing and reporting of concrete Durability Index testing results.
- Density testing,DCP and grading of soil material.
Education
No Degree - SCT 42 Concrete Technology Course Stage 3
Cement And Concrete SA
Midrand Gauteng South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - SCT41 Concrete Technology Course Stage 2
Cement And Concrete SA
Midrand Gauteng South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Laboratory Systems Course
South African National Accreditation System
Germiston Gauteng South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Concrete Technology Course Stage 1
The Concrete Institute
Midrand Gauteng South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Concrete Technology Course
Concrete Proficiency
Alberton Gauteng South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Concrete Principles Course
Go Academy
Centurion Gauteng South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Durability of Concrete Course
Cement And Concrete Institute
Midrand Gauteng South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Concrete For Laboratory Testers Course
Cement And Concrete Institute
Midrand Gauteng South Africa 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
FH Odendaal
Pretoria South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Laboratory work competency
Standard Operating Procedures
Employee Supervision
Data Management
Quality controls
Lab equipment maintenance
Scientific Presentations
Data Interpretation
Sample Processing
Computer Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Customer Service
Positive Attitude
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Team Leadership
MS Office
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking Abilities
Decision-Making
Self Motivation
Staff Management
Reliability
Training and Development
Timeline
Concrete Laboratory Manager/ Lab Controller
Metier Mixed Concrete
07.2017 - Current
Quality Controller/Senior Material Tester
Roadlab
01.2013 - 06.2017
Laboratory Technician/Field Technician
Roadlab
03.2011 - 12.2012
Junior Lab Technician
Roadlab
03.2009 - 02.2011
No Degree - SCT 42 Concrete Technology Course Stage 3
Cement And Concrete SA
04.2001 -
No Degree - SCT41 Concrete Technology Course Stage 2
Cement And Concrete SA
04.2001 -
No Degree - Laboratory Systems Course
South African National Accreditation System
04.2001 -
No Degree - Concrete Technology Course Stage 1
The Concrete Institute
04.2001 -
No Degree - Concrete Technology Course
Concrete Proficiency
04.2001 -
No Degree - Concrete Principles Course
Go Academy
04.2001 -
No Degree - Durability of Concrete Course
Cement And Concrete Institute
04.2001 -
No Degree - Concrete For Laboratory Testers Course
Cement And Concrete Institute
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
FH Odendaal
04.2001 -