Caleb Ng'uni
Chingola,Zambia
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in quality control and laboratory analysis. Skilled in inventory control, GMP, HACCP, and ISO standards. Committed to maintaining high-quality standards and improving operational efficiency in a dynamic environment. Experience in training staff and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Line Chemist/Supervisor
PepsiCo-Varun Beverages Zambia
Lusaka
2021.08 - 2026.04
- Performing lab tests and analyses such as brix, gas volume, net content and titratable acid (TA) in products.
- Generating reports for in-process and finished productions and recording data.
- Ensuring compliance with quality control and safety standards ..
- Ensuring all non-conforming products are segregated and put in quarantine section.
- Physical analysis of bottles used in packing beverage such as caustic carry over, clipping and mold test.
- Testing caustic concentration in bottle washer and caustic carry over after clean in place (CIP)
- Ensuring maintenance calibration and verification of all equipment in the lab including pH meters, densitometers, refractometers, conductivity meters, Carbo QC, turbidity meters.
- Carrying out sample preparation and testing e.g. water samples
- Carrying out water analyses such as PH, Ozone, turbidity, TDS, conductivity, total hardness and alkalinity.
- Performing tests such appearance, torque, drop and stress crack on PET bottles.
- Review specifications and laboratory reports to ensure compliance with ISO 22000, ISO 9001, HACCP, and audit standards.
- Participate in internal and external audits (ZABS, AIB, QAS, HACCP) and support CAPA implementation.
- Providing training for staff to improve their understanding and implementation of quality control measures.
- Conducting investigations into any issues or deviations from standards, rectifying problems promptly and efficiently.
- Achieving consistency in product quality by implementing strict controls.
- Applied detailed analytical skills to interpret data from tests conducted, ensuring accurate recording and reporting of results.
- Maintaining high standard of products to ensure company reputation.
- Ensuring adherence to safety regulations whilst carrying out tasks, maintaining a safe work environment for all staff members.
- Carrying out regular audits, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Monitoring key performance indicators regularly and took necessary action when required, maintaining optimal operational efficiency.
- Enhancing customer satisfaction with thorough quality checks.
- Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities when addressing complex manufacturing issues that threatened product quality.
- Reporting faults, damages and Control Check Point (CCP) rejections.
- Approves/rejectes raw materials and products following established quality standards, documenting relevant information.
- Monitoring employee attendance records for maintaining discipline within the team.
- Managing shift and daily operations to increase productivity.
- Supervising product dispatch, verifying finished products met company standards.
- Carrying out regular critical control checks on production line.
- Identifying and reporting non-conformities or deviations from quality standards, facilitating necessary corrective actions.
- Fostering culture of quality awareness and continuous improvement within organisation.
- Verifying products met or exceeded customer expectations in alignment with company objectives.
- Conducting performance appraisals with employees for career development discussions.
Laboratory Analyst
Academy Consultant & Laboratory Services
Kitwe, Zambia
2021.02 - 2021.08
- Prepared samples and assisted laboratory personnel in performing qualitative and quantitative analysis using analytical instruments, techniques and methods.
- Prepared working, reference and control standards for quality purposes.
- Carried out determination of acid soluble and total copper in concentrates feeds and tails using AAS and short Iodide methods.
- Carried out determination of moisture in concentrates sample
- Prepared and standardized reagents such as sodium thiosulphate potassium Iodide, starch solutions and thiocyanate used in short Iodide. Analyses samples submitted to the lab with highest degree of accuracy.
- Generated and reported routine tow-hourly essays
- Followed strict ethical guidelines whilst handling sensitive samples, upholding professional integrity.
- Performed troubleshooting for laboratory equipment, minimising downtime.
- Conducted regular maintenance on laboratory equipment ensuring optimal functionality.
- Monitored chemical inventory, reducing waste and optimising resources.
- Assisted with collecting, identifying and packaging hazardous and non-hazardous waste products.
- Resolved routine issues and escalated non-standard or critical issues to appropriate departments.
- Provided inventory control of reagents, chemicals and supplies using proper labelling and computerised management systems.
- Ensured quality standards by supporting QMS and accreditation status of laboratory.
- Improved accuracy of test results by calibrating instruments regularly.
- Trained junior technicians for increased productivity and knowledge sharing.
- Implemented stringent hygiene protocols enhancing cleanliness in the lab.
- Led safety briefings to promote a safe working environment.
Quality Controller
Morning Beverages zambia Limited
Lusaka, Zambia
2016.06 - 2020.12
- Ensured compliance of procedures standards and practices of job.
- Ensured high standard of house-keeping and safety protocols.
- Ensured all materials meet quality standards from primary (receiving) to secondary (finished) goods
- Ensured SOPs and GMPs adhered to. Training of production staff on procedures of productions
- Ensured minimal wastage and improve productivity in productions lines.
- Ensured proper storage of materials and chemicals.
- Sorted out issues regarding product quality on market.
- Maintained high standard of products to ensure company reputation.
- Collaborated effectively with team members for smooth workflow operations.
- Achieved consistency in product quality by implementing strict controls.
- Developed improved testing processes for more accurate results.
- Carried out regular audits, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Reported faults, damages and Control Check Point (CCP) rejections.
- Trained production team on quality control measures to improve product excellence.
- Approved or rejected raw materials and products following established quality standards, documenting relevant information.
- Supervised product dispatch, verifying finished products met company standards.
- Carried out regular critical control checks on production line.
- Identified and reported non-conformities or deviations from quality standards, facilitating necessary corrective actions.
- Monitored temperature of products in storage and on packing line.
- Liaised with production teams to address and resolve quality-related issues swiftly.
- Fostered culture of quality awareness and continuous improvement within organisation.
Laboratory Technician
Neelkanth Fresh Foods Limited(Freshpikt)
Lusaka, Zambia
2015.01 - 2016.06
- Reported and controlled all unsafe practices in production lines.
- Routine inspected and rejected of unsuitable incoming materials.
- Ensured CIP procedures were performed before and after productions.
- Ensured proper storage of materials and chemicals.
- Ensured all safety protocols and procedures were adhered to.
- Ensured SOPs and GMPs were followed and implemented for quality purposes.
- Supervised and trained subordinates and staffs on production procedure.
- Promoted minimal wastage in production line. Conducted tests such as PH, brix, Temp, moisture and acidity in raw materials and finished products. Visual Inspected materials and finished products appearance taste and texture.
- Calibrated laboratory equipment to achieve accurate test results.
- Increased laboratory efficiency by conducting routine lab tests on various samples.
- Performed testing procedures according to agreed laboratory protocols.
- Maintained clean, organised laboratory workspace to comply with hygiene and safety standards.
- Disposed of hazardous materials according to industry regulations.
- Operated, maintained and calibrated lab equipment, consistently meeting accuracy and schedule targets.
- Performed routine maintenance on laboratory equipment, preventing malfunctions and downtime.
- Handled reagents with care and precision.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic work area, reducing the risk of cross-contamination.
- Exhibited excellent attention to detail whilst documenting findings thus improving clarity in reports.
- Adhered strictly to quality control standards for reliable test outcomes.
Education
Certificate - Laboratory Management & Supervisory
Academy Consultant & Laboratory Services
Kitwe 2021.01 - 2021.02
Diploma - Science Laboratory Technology
Evelyn Hone College
Lusaka 2011.01 - 2013.12
Certificate - O-levels syllabus
Sekela High School
Copperbelt, Chingola 2007.01 - 2009.12
Skills
- Quality Control & Laboratory Analysis
- Inventory control
- Communication efficiency
- GMP, HACCP, ISO 22000 & ISO 9001
- Equipment Calibration & Verification
- Data Recording & Report Writing
- Teamwork, Time Management & Attention to Detail
- Problem and data analysis
- Health and Safety regulations
Certification
- Awarded certificate for best performer of the year 2023
- Food Safety & Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- HACCP
- Internal & External Audit Handling (ZABS, AIB, QAS)
- ISO 22000 & ISO 9001 Awareness
- SAP Application Software
- SAP Application software
- Mining First Aid
- Fire Safety
REFERENCES
- Kanyanta William, Mandala, Laboratory Supervisor, 0977706668, Varun Beverages Zambia Ltd, Lusaka
- Moonga, Nglazi, Laboratory Director, 0965006510, Academy Consultant & Laboratory Services, Kitwe
- Winani, Chiwowa, Managing Director, 0979333311, Morning Beverages Ltd
Timeline
Senior Line Chemist/Supervisor
PepsiCo-Varun Beverages Zambia
2021.08 - 2026.04
Laboratory Analyst
Academy Consultant & Laboratory Services
2021.02 - 2021.08
Certificate - Laboratory Management & Supervisory
Academy Consultant & Laboratory Services
2021.01 - 2021.02
Quality Controller
Morning Beverages zambia Limited
2016.06 - 2020.12
Laboratory Technician
Neelkanth Fresh Foods Limited(Freshpikt)
2015.01 - 2016.06
Diploma - Science Laboratory Technology
Evelyn Hone College
2011.01 - 2013.12
Certificate - O-levels syllabus
Sekela High School
2007.01 - 2009.12