About Nozipho Thwala

  • Do you live in or close to East Rand or JHB South area?  Yes
  • Transport Mode:  Own Transport
  • Driver's Licence:  None
  • Gender:  Prefer not to say
  • Work Eligibility:  SA Citizen
  • EE/AA Status:   African
  • Availability:  Immediate
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About me

Experienced Quality Controller with 8 years of practical expertise in the beverage manufacturing sector. Skilled in laboratory testing, technical documentation, and quality assurance. I am a detail-oriented professional focused on delivering consistent product quality and process improvements.

Education

Experience

  • 2023 - 2025
    Drinkworx FMCG Doornkloof Johannesburg

    Lab Technician

    Managed the end-to-end quality process for bottled water, from raw water analysis to final pallet inspection.
    • Conducted Brim Fill and Sectional Weight tests to ensure bottle mold consistency and material distribution.
    • Performed Aseptic sampling and microbial plating to guarantee product safety.
    • Calibrated laboratory instruments including Autoclaves and pH meters to maintain ISO standards.
    • Performed routine microbiological testing on product samples to ensure safety and quality.
    • Managed laboratory equipment and maintained accurate data logs.
    • Collaborated with production teams to address quality deviations immediately.

  • 2018 - 2023
    Thirsti Bottling Water KwaZulu-Natal Newcastle

    Quality Controller

    Executed Pressure Bar Stress Tests to evaluate the structural integrity of carbonated beverage containers.
    • Monitored high-speed production lines, performing hourly visual inspections for physical defects.
    • Led the Final Packaging quality check, ensuring accurate batch coding and label placement for traceability.
    • Maintained detailed QC logs and reported deviations to production supervisors for immediate corrective action.
    • Overseeing quality standards for high-volume water bottling lines.
    • Conducting regular checks on packaging, seals, and water purity.
    • Ensuring 100% compliance with health and safety standards.

Languages

English
Good
IsiZulu
Proficient
ISipedi
Good

Skills