Catharina (Katrien) Janse van Rensburg

• Developed and implemented comprehensive food safety policies and procedures.
• Investigated customer complaints regarding food safety issues.
• Assisted with developing new processes necessary for maintaining compliant operations based on changes made by regulatory authorities.
• Created detailed reports outlining findings from investigations into incidents involving contamination or mishandling of ingredients at any stage of the production process.
• Maintained accurate records pertaining to the implementation of food safety programs such as temperature logs, sanitation reports, chemical usage data.
• Monitored employee hygiene practices and ensured adherence to safe food handling standards.
• Maintained adherence to labeling and packaging requirements.
• Collaborated with internal teams to develop corrective action plans when non-conformances were identified during inspection or audit activities.
• Identified opportunities for continuous improvement in existing processes related to food safety management systems.
• Performed internal audits of factory systems and protocols.
• Trained personnel on proper cleaning techniques aimed at eliminating microbial hazards from work surfaces and equipment utilized in manufacturing operations.
• Provided guidance on proper labeling requirements for all products manufactured or distributed.
• Ensured that all employees had received appropriate training in HACCP principles and other relevant topics related to food safety management systems.

This role also include some HR management aspects such as:

• Assisted in the development of policies related to human resources management.
• Managed performance reviews and disciplinary action.
• Conducted recruitment process for new hires, including job postings, interviews and background checks.

• Secured contract milking position with spouse.
• Managed all functions tied to operating a dairy farm.
• My main responsibilities were:
• Managed entire calf rearing process.
• Assisted in multiple dairy processes and general farming duties.
• Handled administrative tasks including reconciliations, payroll, and legal procedures.
• Handled recruitment for diverse staffing needs.
• Developed comprehensive health and safety guidelines.

• Managed office inventory through restocking supplies.
• Executed invoicing, research of chargebacks and resolutions efficiently.
• Handled preparation and release of payroll efficiently.

• Reared calves on 400-cow farm.
• Executed occasional relieve milking tasks.

• Managed calf rearing and milking duties on large-scale dairy operation, 1600 - cow farm.

• During this employment I was mainly responsible for rearing about 780 calves

• During my time at Oberholzer Real Estate and Attorneys I acted as both an admin personnel, assisting with recon's and as a real estate agent mainly responsible for the following:
• Generating listings for sales and rental properties through cold calls and referrals
• Negotiated, facilitated and managed real estate transactions
• Acted as liaison between buyers and sellers to ensure positive experiences for both parties
• Created virtual tours of homes listed, providing potential buyers with additional exposure to properties
• Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties
• Guided clients from beginning to end of the home buying process in choosing the right property
• Communicated with clients to understand their property needs and preferences
• Developed and maintained a list of properties suited to different needs and budgets
• Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals
• Advertised client properties on websites, through social media and in real estate guides
• Oversaw the advertising of properties for web and print media

• Oversaw educational development for year 10 Biology in an institution with approximately 800 students.
• Instructed five distinct classes.
• Assisted in teaching year levels 11 and 12.
• Designed an engaging classroom environment to sustain student interest.
• Defined distinct goals for lessons, units, and projects.
• Collaborated with peers, colleagues, administrators, and parents to achieve teaching objectives.
• Served as a positive role model for both students and colleagues.
• Reviewed and assessed students' written work.
• Utilized diverse teaching methods to maintain student engagement and enhance education.
• Assessed student assignments consistently.
• Designed, managed, and evaluated assessments to measure students' progress.
• Customized instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning requirements.
• Developed lesson plans adhering to state curriculum and school standards.
• Ensured compliance by maintaining accurate and complete student records in accordance with legal requirements.