ALEX ZHAKATA
Harare
Summary
A strong foundation in quality control and a proactive approach to process improvement have been cultivated through various experiences in industrial chemistry. Enthusiasm for contributing to advancing manufacturing practices is evident, especially in the realms of compliance and efficiency. A commitment to upholding high standards and a keen interest in innovative solutions align well with the goal of driving impactful results within a dynamic environment.
Analytical Chemist known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in spectroscopy, chromatography, and chemical synthesis which enable rapid and accurate analysis of complex samples. Thrive using critical thinking to solve problems, adaptability to rapidly changing environments, and strong communication skills to convey technical information clearly. Excel in collaborative settings, contributing to team goals while also capable of independent work when required.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Chemist intern
Chemplex Agro-Pharmaceuticals and Zimbabwe Phosphate Industries
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Performed quality control analysis on raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with cGMP standards and product specifications
- Conducting quality control during the production process
- Improving the production process
- Interpretation of data from HPLC and data capturing
- Developed a strong understanding of cGMP implementation throughout production
- Drafting weekly and monthly reports
- Conducted a solvent optimization project to reduce production costs
- Assisted in recovery of HPLC–Hexane using a solution contain glucose
- Assisted in the formulation of insecticide
- Assisted in the formulation of degreaser
Education
BSc honors - Industrial Chemistry
University of Zimbabwe
12.2024
A' level passes - Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry
Makumbe Mission High School
12.2019
O' level passes - Including English and Mathematics
Gosho Secondary School
12.2017
Skills
- GMP
- Mathematics
- Microsoft Office
- Quality Assurance
- Standards creation
- Troubleshooting and analysis
- Adaptability in research
- Technical presentations
- Instrumental analysis
- Calibration skills
- Lab equipment calibration
- Batch record analysis
- Hazardous waste management
- Equipment management
- Basic chemistry
- Lab operations
- Data interpretation
- Collaborative teamwork
- Purchasing coordination
- Quality control analysis
- Chemical process optimization
- Equipment maintenance
- Chemical handling
- Instrument Calibration
- Specification development
- Organic synthesis
- Chemical safety protocols
- Experimental design
- Electrochemistry
- GMP compliance
- Lab equipment maintenance
- MRP and ERP systems
- Records management
- Inventory purchasing
- Environmental chemistry
- Material testing
- Data management
- Chemoinformatics
- Laboratory techniques
- Analytical chemistry
- Materials science
- ISO 9001 manufacturing standards
- Chemical kinetics
- Crystallography
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Inorganic synthesis
- Recordkeeping requirements
- Report generation
- Chromatography techniques
- Research and development
- Inventory auditing
- Results interpretation
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Computational chemistry
- Scientific curiosity
- Chemical waste disposal
- Thermodynamics
- SAP systems
- Chemical hazard assessment
- Microsoft Excel
- Physical chemistry
- Lean manufacturing processes
- Spectroscopy methods
- Polymer chemistry
- Chemical bonding theories
- Sample processing
- Chemical engineering principles
- Cost model analysis
- Product development
- Chemical instrumentation
- Chemical storage management
- Chemical inventory tracking
- Scientific writing
- Report writing
- Chemical separation techniques
- Nuclear chemistry
Websites
Accomplishments
- Cost saver project, Co-led solvent project saving 15% production costs annually.
- Process improvement, Improved processing efficiency by 25% through process optimization initiatives.
- Quality enforcer, Reduced lab errors by 30% via new QC protocols.
- Hexane recovery boost, Enhanced hexane recovery by 20%, cutting waste significantly.
Languages
- English, Advanced
- Shona, Advanced
Timeline
Industrial Chemist intern
Chemplex Agro-Pharmaceuticals and Zimbabwe Phosphate Industries
09.2022 - 08.2023
BSc honors - Industrial Chemistry
University of Zimbabwe
A' level passes - Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry
Makumbe Mission High School
O' level passes - Including English and Mathematics
Gosho Secondary School
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