Mary Magdalein Nakibuuka
Cornwall,Canada
Summary
Skilled Laboratory Technician with expertise in organoleptic, physical and chemical analysis techniques, quality management systems, GLP/GMP, ISO 17025, ISO 9001, Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) while ensuring compliance of all laboratory activities and procedures. Comfortable working with complex issues and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Laboratory Technician
Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)
04.2017 - 05.2023
- Analyzed 40+ raw material and food samples daily, ensuring compliance and quicker product certifications
- Utilized LIMS database for efficient sample tracking and management of high-volume sample flow, ensuring timely release of laboratory results and reports
- Managed laboratory supplies, and chemicals inventory, and supply verification to maintain delivery specifications and facilitate smooth operations
- Collaborated with the quality coordinator to review and update laboratory SOPs, ensuring procedural enhancements
- Performed routine inspections of glassware and laboratory equipment to ascertain functionality and safety.
- Conducted scheduled equipment calibration and verification, ensuring optimal functionality for generating valid data
- Evaluated potential suppliers to guarantee consumable quality and service standards
Laboratory Technician
Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)
06.2008 - 04.2017
- Managed sample cataloging and upload in LIMS database, ensuring traceability as per procedures
- Prepared & documented samples for shipment to off-site facilities that required inter-laboratory comparison anaysis
- Conducted scheduled off-site sampling, skillfully managing compositing to ensure the creation of representative composite samples for analyses
- Executed sensory, physical, and chemical analyses using validated methods for compliance
- Maintained a clean laboratory through housekeeping tasks, following safety protocols for glassware, sample handling, storage and laboratory sanitation
- Developed and managed a comprehensive filing system, ensuring traceable and accessible records
- Conducted daily checks of equipment and consumables, ensuring safety, precision, reliability, and compliance with operational standards
Education
Bachelor of Science - Technology in Chemistry
Kyambogo University
Kampala, UgandaISO 17025:2017 (General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories) -
Uganda National Bureau of Standards
Kampala, UgandaQuality Management Analyses in Laboratories in Microbiology Laboratories -
Uganda National Bureau of Standards
Kampala, UgandaISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems)
Uganda National Bureau of Standards
Kampala, UgandaSkills
- Sampling techniques, handling & processing
- Sample preparation and analysis
- Stores/inventory management
- Data Analysis
- Microsoft Office
- Equipment setup and programming
- Internal Audit
- Equipment calibration
- Trainer ISO 17025 and ISO 9001
Accomplishments
- Laboratory Technical Signatory: Assumed a pivotal role in overseeing and ensuring the implementation of a robust quality management system in adherence to stringent ISO 17025 requirements
- IAEA Technical Project Coordinator: Successfully drafted and coordinated 3 consecutive fully funded IAEA Technical Projects aimed at promoting food safety.
- Publications: Authored and published 3 impactful research articles in esteemed journals focusing on environmental engineering, ethnobotanical studies, and food science.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Strengths
- Ability to use analytical skills to solve problems in a laboratory setting
- Proficiency in articulately conveying technical and non-technical communication
- Exhibit meticulous attention to detail to guarantee precision in analysis and data
- Collaborate seamlessly with team members to accomplish shared objectives
Timeline
Senior Laboratory Technician
Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)
04.2017 - 05.2023
Laboratory Technician
Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)
06.2008 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Technology in Chemistry
Kyambogo University
ISO 17025:2017 (General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories) -
Uganda National Bureau of Standards
Quality Management Analyses in Laboratories in Microbiology Laboratories -
Uganda National Bureau of Standards
ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems)
Uganda National Bureau of Standards
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