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Takalani Munyai
Senior Laboratory Technician
Boksburg,GP
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Summary
Dynamic individual with 25 years hands-on experience in Quality control, Quality assurance, Food safety, Inventory control, Budget control, Staff training and development. Brings strong problem-solving skills, entrepreneurial skills, sales and marketing skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Leading the team within the Operations business unit and external service providers. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliable and efficient operations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
5
5
Certificates
5
5
Languages
Work History
Senior Laboratory Technician
Anchor Yeast T/A Rymco (PTY) Ltd
Johannesburg, South Africa
07.2013 - Current
- Lead day to day functions of the bulk Liquid yeast blending operations and QC Laboratory.
- Compile weekly production costing reports, Stock Recon report, Utilities report and QC reporting.
- FSSC 22000 & ISO 9001- maintaining compliance, reviewing procedures, process mapping and risk assessments,
- Product allocation and Positive release.
- Budget management, inventory stock control, Municipality accounts, Staff Leave management and Attendance Register and authorizing invoices for payments.
- Managing inventory and procurement of lab supplies and production raw materials, ensuring optimal resource utilization while minimizing costs.
- Assist management in developing annual budgets and balancing cost-efficiency with operational needs.
- Conduct comprehensive training sessions for junior technicians, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Maximize equipment performance through regular inspections and maintenance schedules
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex technical issues and identify areas for improvement in all operations procedures.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines and industry best practices by monitoring departmental performance regularly and implementing corrective actions as required.
- Champion Quality,Food safety and H & S initiatives within the operations, resulting in full compliance and a safer working environment for all team members.
- Troubleshoot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Elevate team morale by actively engaging Subordinates in problem- solving discussions to address challenges faced within the plant together proactively.
- Investigate customer complaints, lead traceability/ mock recall.
Laboratory Technician
Anchor Yeast T/A Rymco (PTY) Ltd
12.2000 - 06.2013
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation from raw materials to final products in Microbiology, Chemistry, HPLC and Activity. Effluent testing for Chemical oxygen demand
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Conduct Food safety verifications and CIP's validations of the processes/ road tankers.
- Prepared and inoculation of cultures vessels for Lab propagation stage of yeast culture chain.
- Issuing of COA’s and COC’s, Validation of thermometers and generated COV's.
- Reduced errors in data entry by meticulously reviewing and validating information before submission.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Adapted quickly to changes in test protocols or methodologies, maintaining productivity during periods of transition.
- Supported regulatory compliance efforts through adherence to guidelines and thorough record-keeping practices.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Tertiary Education
UNISA
05.2019
National Certificate - Generic Management NQF 5
Amathuba Training and Skills
05.2018
Btech - Operations Management (BTECH)
University of Johannesburg
03.2010
National Diploma - Biotechnology
Vaal University of Technology
04.2002
Senior Grade 12 Certificate - undefined
Ndweleni Secondary School
12.1997
Skills
Leadership and Management Skills
Recruitment, Training, assessment, monitoring and evaluation of Trainees
Fast learner and hard working
Analytical and Problem Solving Skills
Lab result interpretation
Quality control monitoring and Quality assurance
Documentation control and periodic review
Resourceful and Team player
Microbiology, Chemistry and HPLC
Inventory management and Control
Syspro Inventory and Requisitions
Budget control and monitoring
Traceability and Mock recall
Troubleshooting and critical thinking
Validation and verifications
Affiliations
- FSSC 22000 version 6 implementation and Food safety Commitee
- ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditing
- Management review meetings
- Daily and Weekly production/planning meetings
- Health and Safety committee member and First Aider
Certification
SACE registration no. 12677954
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software
Syspro
Employee self-service and payroll
Tempo
Achievernet
Accomplishments
- Achieved FSSC Version 6 certification by completing the implementation process with accuracy and efficiency- 2024
- Successfully setup the Microbiology testing Laboratory - 2025
Quote
Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds you plant.
Robert Louis Stevenson
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Intermediate (B1)
Sesotho
Upper intermediate (B2)
Sepedi
Intermediate (B1)
isiZulu
Advanced (C1)
Xitsonga
Intermediate (B1)
Tshivenda
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Xhoza
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Senior Laboratory Technician
Anchor Yeast T/A Rymco (PTY) Ltd
07.2013 - Current
Laboratory Technician
Anchor Yeast T/A Rymco (PTY) Ltd
12.2000 - 06.2013
National Certificate - Generic Management NQF 5
Amathuba Training and Skills
Btech - Operations Management (BTECH)
University of Johannesburg
National Diploma - Biotechnology
Vaal University of Technology
Senior Grade 12 Certificate - undefined
Ndweleni Secondary School
Postgraduate Diploma - Tertiary Education
UNISA