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SIMPHIWE SIBISI

Laboratory & Quality Technician
Johannesburg

Summary

Detail-oriented Quality Technician proficient in sampling, measuring and testing of lubricants and detergent materials. Bringing deep understanding of reporting, quality assurance, and compliance issues. Looking for new professional challenges with a growing company.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory and Quality Technician

Oilflow cc
05.2021 - Current
  • Routine testing and adjustments of lubricants and detergents
  • Ensuring that all products are manufactured with accordance to the approved formulations and all tests are done using right ASTM/ISO/SANS methods
  • Generating of quality and technical related documents such as COA's, Datasheets and report for management
  • Generating of blendsheets for bulk blends
  • Up keeping of testing methods to latest ASTM/ISO/SANS standard and maintaining quality management system as per ISO9001: 2015 requirements
  • Providing technical support to sales personnel to handle product technical enquiries from customers
  • Issuing of product non-conformances, launching investigations and pursuing corrective actions to ensure that non-conformances against lab and production are kept at a minimum and by responding to findings on time
  • Conducting investigations of customer equipment failures and product non-conformance
  • Conducting internal trainings for stuff and sales representatives on lubricant products knowledge and quality implementations
  • Contributed to ISO certification renewals by diligently preparing required documentation and participating in annual audits.
  • Implemented process improvements, resulting in increased productivity while maintaining strict adherence to quality standards.
  • Proposed corrective actions to address recurring quality issues.
  • Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Ensured traceability of all components through proper labeling, storage, and tracking methods, ultimately reducing misplaced items or mix-ups during production phases.
  • Conducted root cause analysis for recurring defects, enabling targeted corrective actions that reduced future occurrences significantly.
  • Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
  • Made recommendations on ways to improve testing procedures, production processes and training.
  • Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
  • Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
  • Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
  • Monitored supplier performance, ensuring that all materials met company specifications and maintained strong relationships with vendors to address any concerns promptly.
  • Reported problems and concerns to management.
  • Developed training materials and led workshops to educate employees on best practices for maintaining high-quality products.
  • Maintained compliance with industry standards by conducting regular audits and updating quality control procedures as needed.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

Laboratory in-service trainee

Unico TEC
  • Testing of incoming raw materials and finished products
  • Performing daily calibrations on laboratories instruments
  • Batching coding new products
  • Updating SPC's
  • Assisting in quality department
  • Ensuring good Housekeeping in the laboratory
  • Keeping records of retention samples and transferring them to the storage area.

Laboratory intern

Unico TEC
10.2019 - 04.2021
  • Testing of incoming raw materials and finished products
  • Performing daily calibrations on laboratory instruments
  • Batching coding new products
  • Updating SPC's
  • Performing daily Plant quality checks and issuing of non-conformances and providing solutions
  • Ensuring good Housekeeping in the laboratory
  • Keeping records of retention samples and transferring them to the storage area.
  • Expanded problem-solving abilities via investigating unexpected results or inconsistencies within experiments.
  • Interpreted laboratory results to provide technical advice to scientists.
  • Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
  • Contributed to project success through diligent collaboration with fellow interns and lab personnel.
  • Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
  • Performed quality control testing on final products to verify conformity to specifications.
  • Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
  • Followed method or standard instructions and adhered to internal SOPs to eliminate repeat testing, deviations and investigations.
  • Enhanced laboratory efficiency by meticulously organizing and maintaining lab equipment and supplies.

Education

National Diploma - Analytical chemistry

Mangosuthu University of Technology
04.2001 -

Certificate - ISO 9001: Quality management systems

Alison school

Certificate - ISO 45001: 2018 Princples of occupational and safety management

Alison

Skills

Outstanding communication skills (verbal & written)

References

  • Hlengiwe Nyathikazi, Quality and laboratory supervisor, hlenwigen@unicotec.co.za, 031 466 1541, 065 599 6873
  • Usimphire Thwamane, Plant and laboratory manager, Oilblending@oilflow.co.za, 011 827 5848

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved quality issues which led to less non-compliances and customer complaints.
  • Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of R&D Laboratory for detergents.

Timeline

Laboratory and Quality Technician

Oilflow cc
05.2021 - Current

Laboratory intern

Unico TEC
10.2019 - 04.2021

National Diploma - Analytical chemistry

Mangosuthu University of Technology
04.2001 -

Laboratory in-service trainee

Unico TEC

Certificate - ISO 9001: Quality management systems

Alison school

Certificate - ISO 45001: 2018 Princples of occupational and safety management

Alison

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