Kay Chafesuka
Ross-on-Wye,United Kingdom
Summary
Highly skilled microbiologist with extensive experience in microbiological identification, aseptic technique, and bacterial culturing. Proficient in good manufacturing practice, standard operating procedures, and quality assurance under ISO9001 standards. Demonstrated expertise in scientific report writing, data analysis, and environmental monitoring. Adept at problem solving, effective communication, and leadership within team settings. Committed to maintaining high standards of health and safety compliance in quality assurance while driving continuous improvement in laboratory practices.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
Work History
QA Laboratory Technician
Nichols Plc - Vimto OOH
Ross on Wye, Herefordshire
12.2024 - Current
- Enhance accuracy of test results with meticulous record keeping.
- Calibrate laboratory equipment to achieve accurate test results.
- Ensure safety protocols are strictly followed to maintain a secure working environment.
- Increase laboratory efficiency by conducting routine lab tests on various drink samples.
- Troubleshoot technical issues efficiently which minimise downtime in the lab.
- Record all data and results accurately and responsibly.
- Test products and raw materials against Quality Control (QC) standards.
- Interpret and compile laboratory results for data-driven decision-making.
Care and Support Worker
Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing
Nottingham
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Assisted 13 elderly residents in their day-to-day lives, helping with food preparation, medication administration, etc
- Delivered exceptional support to clients, leading to positive feedback and referrals for future business growth and new service users
- Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs improving quality of care
- Improved client's coping with routine life activities such as food budgeting and going out
Summer Laboratory Technician Placement
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and procedures
- Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accurate results and maintain laboratory standards
- Managed inventory of laboratory supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation
Student Mentor
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted mentees in setting realistic short-term goals that align with long-term ambitions increasing accountability in goal achievement
- Maintained long-lasting and trusting relationships with students by going the extra mile to assist needs, building trust and providing ongoing support
- Improved student confidence and student satisfaction by providing personalized academic support and guidance
Junior Member of Parliament
Government of Zimbabwe
Harare
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Stood up against early child marriages and held campaigns to make them stop resulting in record levels decreasing
- Attended and participated in clean up campaigns around cities which saw a significant drop in pollution and litter around the city and installed 35 recycle bins in the town
Education
Bachelor of Science Honors - Microbiology
Nottingham Trent University
A-Levels - Biological and Geographical Sciences
Rimuka 2 High School
Skills
- Microbiology
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Good manufacturing practice
- Microbiological identification tests
- Scientific report writing
- Research
- Data analysis
- Aseptic technique
- Microscopy
- Bacterial Culturing
- Biochemical testing
- Good laboratory practice
- Reagents preparation
- Immunoassays
- COSHH
- Health and Safety
- Auditing
- ISO9001
- Quality assurance
- Environmental monitoring
- Problem Solving
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Microsoft Office
- Effective communication
- Leadership
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Languages
English
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
QA Laboratory Technician
Nichols Plc - Vimto OOH
12.2024 - Current
Summer Laboratory Technician Placement
Nottingham Trent University
07.2023 - 09.2023
Student Mentor
Nottingham Trent University
09.2022 - 05.2023
Care and Support Worker
Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing
01.2022 - 06.2024
Junior Member of Parliament
Government of Zimbabwe
01.2016 - 01.2017
A-Levels - Biological and Geographical Sciences
Rimuka 2 High School
Bachelor of Science Honors - Microbiology
Nottingham Trent University
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