Best Belpher Maramba
Ellenbrook,Australia
Summary
Graduate in Food Science and Technology with a strong foundation in food safety, quality control, and microbiology. Proficient in laboratory instruments and procedures, with excellent communication and teamwork skills. Keen to learn and apply my knowledge and skills in a professional setting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Entrepreneur
Self Employed
01.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive marketing plans to drive business growth
- Managed and analyzed market trends, customer behavior, and competitor activity
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to launch new products and services
- Built and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and partners
- Optimized supply chain operations to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction
- Utilized data analytics to inform business decisions and drive continuous improvement
- Utilized online platforms to promote products and engage with customers, resulting in a 25% increase in customer engagement
Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Associated Foods Zimbabwe
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Conducted regular inspections of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards
- Monitored and controlled the processing environment to prevent contamination and ensure a clean and safe working environment
- Implemented and maintained quality control procedures, including sampling, testing, and documentation
- Identified and addressed quality issues, including defects, contaminants, and other non-conformities
- Collaborated with production staff to implement corrective actions and process improvements
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of quality control activities, including inspection results, testing data, and corrective actions
- Stayed up-to-date with industry regulations, standards, and best practices related to quality control and food safety
- Developed, implemented, and maintained HACCP plans and procedures
- Ensured compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Critical Control Points (CCPs)
- Monitored and verified CCPs to ensure effective control of hazards
Laboratory Technician
Bulawayo Dairy Services
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Conducted microbiological, chemical, and physical tests on raw milk and dairy products
- Ensured compliance with HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) standards
- Assisted in developing and implementing quality control protocols and procedures
- Maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring it was calibrated and functioning correctly
- Prepared reagents and solutions used in testing
- Kept accurate records of test results, samples, and procedures
- Ensured the laboratory was clean, organized, and safe
- Completed documentation and reporting
- Troubleshooted and resolved issues with laboratory equipment or testing procedures
Education
Bachelor honours degree - Food Science and Technology
Chinhoyi University of Technology
Chonhoyi03.2021
Skills
- Analytics
- Packaging
- Food safety
- Entrepreneurship and business management
- Supply chain management
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Laboratory Experience
- Communication skills
- Ingredient preparation
- Quality Control
- Quality assurance
- Project Management
- FDA regulations
- Recipe development
- Online marketing and sales
- Statistical analysis
- Teamwork
- Research & Development
- Manufacturing
- Product development
- Attention to detail
- Quality Inspection
- Shelf life
- Problem solving
- Computer Networking
- Quality Analysis
- Food processing
Eligible To Work
Yes
Highest Level Of Education
Bachelor Degree (Hons)
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Languages
English
Full Professional
Reference
1. Mr. Addmore Waniwa,
Chief Dairy Officer,
Dairy Services Unit, Veterinary Public Health Branch, Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development
Email: waniwaa@gmail.com
Phone: (+263) 0242-705885-7
Cell: +263772630129, +263719630129
2. Dr. A Chawafambira,
Project Supervisor,
Chinhoyi University of Technology
Phone: +263 78 371 5313
3. Mr. Chigidini,
Supervisor,
Associated Foods Zimbabwe
Phone: +263 71 427 7900
Timeline
Entrepreneur
Self Employed
01.2021 - Current
Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Associated Foods Zimbabwe
01.2019 - 12.2019
Laboratory Technician
Bulawayo Dairy Services
01.2015 - 12.2015
Bachelor honours degree - Food Science and Technology
Chinhoyi University of Technology
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