Experience:
Quality Control Analyst |February 2024 – Present | Kwale International Sugar Company Ltd (KISCOL) |
Key Contributions:
Safely carry out required sampling and analysis following procedures, using appropriate
PPE and making recommendations for improvements.
Prepare and analyze quality control production samples such as various sugar, syrup,
liquor, massecuite and magma samples for polarization, brix, purity, ash, and pH as
required.
Carrying out analytical tests on plant tissue, soil and water samples from Nucleus Estate
and out grower’s fields for various parameters on specific request.
Calculating proportional amounts of sugar produced per field block based on maturity
tests and FEJ analysis at the end of each crop.
Monitoring and recording any presence of insect pests and other diseases and the extent
of damage inflicted on the cane.
Carry out physico-chemical analysis on refined sugar, water samples; boiler water,
production water and effluent water to ensure conformity with specifications
Verify/calibrate/document laboratory equipment before use and Ensure optimal
performance
Conduct in- process stock taking
Perform data validation, entry and report checking.
Training other laboratory staff in using new and advanced laboratory techniques.
Housekeeping and Safety
Quality Assurance Line Inspector |July 2023 – January 2024 | Mombasa Maize Millers Limited|
Key Contributions:
Inspecting and testing of finished products against specifications and give decision.
Ensuring weights, dates, codes and packaging of products are correct.
Hourly analysis of flour to ensure if it conforms to the required KEBS standards and
company's standards.
Document inspection results by completing reports and uploading it into database.
Hygiene inspection of trucks and containers before loading to ascertain their condition prior
to loading products.
Observe finished goods handling and identify practices likely to cause damage to the
material.
Monitoring CCP and PRPs on daily basis to ensure food quality and safety.
Following healthy and safety procedure by observing 5s activities
Monitoring production process at the beginning of the shift and after every hour as well as
ensuring all packing lines are left clean after every shift.
Francis Mwangi CV
Quality Assurance Analyst |October 2022 – June 2023| Mombasa Maize Millers Limited|
Key Contributions:
Samples collection, preparation, inspection and analysis of raw material, in process by
products and finished products.
Sampling shift composite samples for retention.
Baked and finished products organoleptic analysis.
Hourly monitoring of fortification dosages
Preparation of laboratory reagents.
Timely compilation & distribution of hourly, shift and monthly analysis reports.
Raising of nonconformities encountered during inspection and analysis and following up
their closure.
Collaborated with management to provide training on improved processes and assisted with
creation and maintenance of quality training.
Developed and maintained quality assurance procedure documentation.
Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating
consistency problems or production deficiencies.
Hourly analysis of flour to ensure if it conforms to the required KEBS standards and
company's standards.
Laboratory technician and a science tutor –February 2020 to March 2022-Mt. Sinai
Academy
Key Contributions:
Operating in a multi-Purpose laboratory for all sciences subject; chemistry, biology and physics.
liaise with academic staff to discuss timetables, equipment requirements and work plans
maintain and repair equipment and laboratory apparatus
keep records, e.g. for students' practical sessions, tracking methods and results
Maintaining inventory and purchasing laboratory supplies when necessary, including chemicals and
apparatus.
Preparing compounds, reagents, and test solutions in order to conduct laboratory tests before
teaching the students.
Conducting training on laboratory Safety and how to handle hazard laboratory practical.
Housekeeping in the laboratory to ensure practical are carried out in a clean and safe environment
Skills:
ICT and Technical Savvy: Holds a good command of Microsoft Office Suite.
Teamwork and People Management: Develops and promotes a culture of excellence through
contributing to the success of cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
Accuracy and Attention to detail: Has a keen eye for vital detail and critical analysis of data and
processes.
Communication and Listening: An excellent communicator who is able to convey information correctly
with outstanding report writing skills.
Flexibility and Willingness to learn: Adaptable and keen on up-skilling and acquiring novel knowledge
in the area of specialization.
Organization and Planning: Skilled in using strategy to carefully coordinate operations and improve
results while handling multiple tasks.
Research and Analytical skills: Creative and confident in using research and analysis to develop and
implement innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.
Additionally:
Chemist
|Food Safety Management Systems | Quality Assurance and Quality Control| Good Laboratory
Practice | Good Manufacturing Practice| Process Monitoring| Grain Milling Industry
|Confectionery Manufacturing| Environmental Chemistry | Unit Operations | Group Theory |
Spectroscopy |Basic Industrial Chemicals | Material and Energy Balance | Biotechnology | Fluid
Flow, Heat and Mass Transfer| Materials Science| Hazardous Waste Management| Fine
Chemicals for Pharmaceuticals| Unit Processes in Organic Synthesis| Petroleum and Polymer
Synthesis |Technical Report Writing
