CELESTINE DAKANG
JOS
Summary
Dedicated and disciplined professional committed to achieving career excellence by fully embracing the goals and objectives of the organization. Continuously learning and growing on the job. Strong problem-solving skills to effectively address quality issues and implement efficient solutions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for clear conveyance of quality-related information and insights. Meticulous attention to detail ensuring accurate testing and documentation. Proficient in various quality testing methods, instruments, and laboratory equipment, with the ability to interpret complex data and draw meaningful conclusions through strong analytical skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QUALITY ASSURANCE OFFICER
WEST AFRICAN SOY INDUSTRIES LIMITED
03.2024 - Current
- Determination of analytical analysis like Phosphorus Content in Oil samples, Density, Percentage purity, Free Fatty Acid (FFA%), Soap Content (PPM), Saponification (MIV), Hexane Insoluble (HIS), Acetone Insoluble (AIS), Sediment (V/W%), Percentage Impurities, Iodine Value (IV), Peroxide Value (PV)
- Supervision and enforcement of Goods and recordkeeping for all mandated manufacturing processes, quality checks, testing, sampling, manufacturing practices, and other quality-related policies to meet product quality standards
- Follow up with implemented programs (GMPs, Good Hygiene Practices, HACCP, Allergen Control, and compliance by all employees and other personnel in the manufacturing facility
- Review Production Batch Records and other manufacturing-related documents to verify compliance with production activities
- Coordination of testing results involving finished products like Refined Soya Oil (RS0), Soya Lecithin, Acid oil, Rice Bran oil, shear Butter oil, Palm kernel oil, Red palm oil and also Meal products like Soya Beans Meal (SBM), Rice Bran Meal, Palm Kernel Cake (PKC), shear Nut cake
- Investigating and correcting quality-related issues (including customer complaints) through products
- Oversee the 'On Hold' product program, including the status, release, and destruction of 'Rejected' components and the appropriate release and hold programs associated with the Products.
QUALITY CONTROL ANALYST
GRAND CEREALS AND OIL MILLS LIMITED
- Received and inspected raw materials samples for quality and standard
- Collaborated and worked with the research team for testing new products and reviewing test results based on set standards
- Performed visual inspections of finished products to ensure standards are met
- Ensuring the Standard Operating Procedure is maintained.
TEACHER
ST. PETERS' SECONDARY SCHOOL
11.2018 - 10.2019
- Preparation of lesson notes for allocated subjects which included Chemistry, Biology, and Integrated Science
- Compilation and grading of students' performance in continuous assessment and examination.
LABORATORY ASSISTANT
NATIONAL VETERINARY RESEARCH INSTITUTE
- Collection of samples such as Whole Blood, Urine, Serum/Plasma
- Analysis of collected samples using Mindray for Hematology parameters such as FBC and PCV, COBAS for clinical chemistry Parameters such AS Alkaline phosphatase and bilirubin for LFT; Urea and Creatinine for LFT; blood glucose and blood fats such as LDL, HDL and TAG
- PARTEC for CD4 differentiation in evaluating immune system strength
- ROCHE for molecular biology test such as PCR for HIV viral load, HBV and HCV viral loads
- Malaria RDT
- Hepatitis RDT/Combo test.
Education
Master of Science - Biochemistry
UNIVERSITY OF JOS
Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria2021
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
PLATEAU STATE UNIVERSITY
Bokkos, Plateau State, Nigeria07.2018
Skills
Strong problem-solving skills to address quality issues and
implement effective solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to
effectively communicate quality-related information and
insights
Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accurate testing and
documentation
Proficiency in various quality testing methods, instruments,
and laboratory equipment
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex
data and draw meaningful conclusions
Certification
ISO 9001:2015 - Quality Management Systems (QMS)
Implementation of HACCP Food Safety System in the Processing Industry
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points
Timeline
QUALITY ASSURANCE OFFICER
WEST AFRICAN SOY INDUSTRIES LIMITED
03.2024 - Current
TEACHER
ST. PETERS' SECONDARY SCHOOL
11.2018 - 10.2019
QUALITY CONTROL ANALYST
GRAND CEREALS AND OIL MILLS LIMITED
LABORATORY ASSISTANT
NATIONAL VETERINARY RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Master of Science - Biochemistry
UNIVERSITY OF JOS
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
PLATEAU STATE UNIVERSITY
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