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)
Detailed calibration of Laboratory equipment
Report writing
Multi-tasking and highly organized
Karl Fischer titration/ manual titration
Automatic potentiometric titrator
Water crackle
Boiling point instrument
Administrative support
Ms Office
Sage App (PO's and BOM's)
Raw Materials Receiving
Specifications understanding
ISO Standards
Staff Training
Specification Conformance
Calibration Procedures
Testing Documentation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Final Inspection
Reporting skills
Materials Handling
Team Collaboration
Materials Testing
Outside Testing Coordination
Chemical Handling
Materials inspections
Team building
Quality SOPs Development
Task Prioritization
Internal Audits
Multitasking
Continuous Improvement
Problem-solving aptitude
Written Communication
Decision-Making
Quality Issue Identification
Word Processing
Adaptability
Laboratory Equipment Calibration
Safety Compliance
Quality Management Systems
Problem-solving abilities
Preventive Actions
Audit Assistance
Visual Inspection
Quality Training
Attention to Detail
Workplace Safety
Analytical Thinking
Data Capture and Analysis
Time Management
Interpersonal Skills
Calibration standards
Multitasking Abilities
Effective Communication
Production Monitoring and Assessment
Corrective Actions
Production Process Advising
Analytical Skills
Lean Manufacturing
Product Inspections
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