Tensons Bongakele Mtshangani
Production Manager | Quality Specialist
Johannesburg
Summary
Experienced Production and Quality Specialist in overseeing production and quality control procedures in the manufacturing sector. Have expertise in implementing GMP, GLP and ISO 9001 protocols, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance product quality while maintaining compliance with industry regulations. An excellent team player with first rate verbal and written communication skills. Adept at managing different research studies, controlling testing parameters and establishing project frameworks. Develops specific and measurable goals, improvements and standards to continuously and consistently improve quality, reduce and eliminate errors. Successfully audits and maintains product accuracy and timely delivery resulting in customer satisfaction. Initiates quality related SOP training and enforces procedural adherence.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Manager
Fort Chemicals (Pty) Ltd
Johannesburg
10.2023 - Current
- Established comprehensive systems for tracking compliance with SOPs on the manufacturing floor; achieved notable improvements in both efficiency metrics and safety record over a six-month period
- Optimized production timeline by ensuring sufficient resources resulting in timely delivery of products, reducing lead time by 2 weeks within 6 months
- Streamlined raw materials procurement, ensuring on-time production and cost savings
- Streamlined production processes by implementing advanced measurement techniques, resulting in enhanced product quality and reduced waste by percent
- Implemented record-keeping system for test metrics and product failures, enhancing research efficiency
- Enhanced service levels through effective implementation of targeted risk mitigation strategies and CAPA resulting in a 5 percent reduction in customer complaints within the first year
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully launch 4 new product lines within 12 months, meeting stringent quality standards and exceeding sales targets
Quality Control Manager/R&D Microbiologist
Health and Hygiene (Pty) Ltd
Johannesburg
04.2017 - 09.2023
- Coordinated and participated in internal and external quality management system audits to guarantee product and quality specifications
- Issued and controlled relevant product documentation, establishing clarity and precision throughout
- Performed raw material, packaging and finished product sampling and testing
- Successfully completed two GMP audits and two ISO 9001 audits with a maximum of three minor nonconformances.
- Successfully registered and maintained products in the USA (EPA& FDA), Europe (ECHA), Australia (APVMA), Singapore (NEA) and South Africa (SABS & NRCS)
- Successfully conducted a preliminary registration of the microbiology laboratory (ISO 17025)
- Successfully launched five new product lines and reformulated most of the products, ensuring their efficacy is maintained
- Used standard and in-house developed microbial testing methods in researching new formulations of disinfectants
Life Sciences Teacher
Liberty Community College
Johannesburg
01.2012 - 03.2017
- Designed high quality teaching materials and student resources, increasing student productivity and enjoyment in Biology with a 10% improvement in pass rate in the first year
- Supervised safe lab work, closely monitoring student's adherence to all health and safety policies
- Researched industry trends to stay abreast with latest updates and apply best practices
Microbiologist Trainee
Datlabs (Pty) Ltd
06.2004 - 05.2005
- Company Overview: A pharmaceutical production company
- A pharmaceutical production company
- Internship
- Handled raw material, intermediate and finished product microbiology tests
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Biology and Biochemistry
National University of Science And Technology
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe 04.2002 - 05.2006
GCE Advance Level - Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics
Lower Gwelo Adventist High School
Gweru, Zimbabwe 01.2000 - 11.2001
Skills
Calibration and validation
Certification
South African council for natural scientific professionals, 08/2023, 08/2025
Volunteeringandleadership
Church, Youth mentor, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa, 01/2012, 12/2016, Mentored teenagers and young adults for their careers as well as general life., Led drug awareness campaigns.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Production Manager
Fort Chemicals (Pty) Ltd
10.2023 - Current
Quality Control Manager/R&D Microbiologist
Health and Hygiene (Pty) Ltd
04.2017 - 09.2023
Life Sciences Teacher
Liberty Community College
01.2012 - 03.2017
Microbiologist Trainee
Datlabs (Pty) Ltd
06.2004 - 05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Applied Biology and Biochemistry
National University of Science And Technology
04.2002 - 05.2006
GCE Advance Level - Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics
Lower Gwelo Adventist High School
01.2000 - 11.2001
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