Xolisa Ncoko
East London
Summary
Accomplished Chemical Analyst with a proven track record at Aspen Pharmacare, adept in full testing product analysis and data interpretation. Skilled in HPLC/GC and demonstrating exceptional planning and organizational abilities. Successfully enhanced quality compliance through meticulous audit participation and innovative troubleshooting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Analyst
Aspen Pharmacare
East London
05.2014 - 06.2024
- SAP – Navigation and training / Purchasing reagents for department.
- SLIM /Lims data interpretation
- Documented all activities related to the analysis process according to company protocols.
- Performed regular maintenance on laboratory equipment such as calibrations and adjustments as required.
- Analyzed samples from raw materials, monitored quality of products and troubleshot possible causes for deviations.
- Audit exposure – internal and external e.g.QA Audit and SAPHRA
- Troubleshot instrument malfunctions or discrepancies in sample analysis results.
- Reviewed safety regulations before beginning any experiment or task in the lab environment.
- Monitored laboratory equipment performance and accuracy of results to verify that all tests were completed accurately.
- Data analysis – analysing raw data, data interpretation using excel and monetizing data into a meaningful insight.
- Conducted routine quality control testing to validate the consistency of product batches.
- Utilized advanced laboratory instruments including mass spectrometers, FTIRs, HPLCs, GCs, pH meters and other analytical tools.
In-service Training
Aspen Pharmacare
05.2014 - 04.2015
Education
ND - Analytical Chemistry
Walter Sisulu University
01.2015
Matriculated -
Sandisiswe S S S
01.2007
Skills
- Laboratory testing techniques
- Sample preparation
- Chemical troubleshooting
- Raw material analysis
- Finished products analysis
- Stability products analysis
- Data interpretation
- Water testing analysis
- Cleaning validation swabbing
References
- Ms. Gayle McCloede, Raw Team leader at Aspen Pharmacare, 0437057084, 0835760145
- Mrs. Hlulani Khosa, Stability Team Aspen Pharmacare, 0437057, 0633254056
Roles And Responsibilities
Optimise and facilitate implementation of current processes, Propose changes or improvements to processes, tools and techniques, Prepare and analyse samples according to SOPs, Prepare and operate laboratory equipment according to SOPs, Perform calibration checks on equipment according to calibration procedure, to ensure accurate results, Prepare reagents and solutions for testing, Maintain good housekeeping, Perform HPLC/GC analysis using MOA, Perform routine analysis on in-process and final product, raw material and components, Perform routine stability tests such as related substances, assay and dissolution to assess quality of product, Perform daily and weekly water testing according to SOP, Support testing for OOS investigations to establish any systematic issues in process or testing, Handle problems efficiently according to quality policy, Report feedback on services or outputs regularly to customers, Check HPLC/GC runs regularly during the shift, Provide internal customers with accurate HPLC/GC results, Propose, develop and update methods for improving customer service, Check, document and report operational output against actuals, Communicate deviations for production and process improvements, Utilise technology as per qualification requirements, Document and store data according to SOPs and regulation, Consolidate information for reports on weekly/monthly basis, Analyse consolidated data and provide recommendations, Record, interpret and report testing results to management, including OOS results
Personal Information
- ID Number: 8805276150087
- Health Status: Excellent
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Single
Timeline
Chemical Analyst
Aspen Pharmacare
05.2014 - 06.2024
In-service Training
Aspen Pharmacare
05.2014 - 04.2015
ND - Analytical Chemistry
Walter Sisulu University
Matriculated -
Sandisiswe S S S
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