Nosipho Mkhize

Background

About Nosipho Mkhize

I hold a Diploma in Consumer Science: Food and Nutrition, a Postgraduate Certificate in Education, and a qualification in Packaging Technology. With six years of experience as a Laboratory Technician at Premier FMCG, a company specializing in flour and maize products, I have developed expertise in quality management, process control, and food safety procedures. I am skilled in ensuring compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and laboratory standards, including ISO/IEC 17025 (competence of testing laboratories) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). My responsibilities included maintaining meticulous records, ensuring accurate reporting, and upholding high standards in testing and management systems. I also gained experience in education during a two-month student teaching position at Isibonelo High School. During this time, I honed my skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and utilizing diverse teaching aids to create an engaging learning environment. I evaluated learners' progress through assessments and provided constructive feedback. Additionally, during my internship at Festive (Earlybird Farm), I worked as a Laboratory Assistant, conducting sample collection, performing microbial analyses, and investigating customer complaints to ensure products met quality standards. My background reflects a strong commitment to excellence in both laboratory and educational settings, with a focus on quality, compliance, and effective communication.