Quality inspector, commodity inspection
Resume:
PETER NDITHURU GATHINGI
P.O. Box **** – *****, Nairobi
Tel: 072*-***-***
Email: ***************@*****.***
LinkedIn: Peter Gathingi
PERSONAL PROFILE
An accomplished professional with proven experience in leadership, commodity inspection, preparation of validation plan and report documentation. Proactive leader and creative problem solver with demonstrated success in oversight of sample collection and analysis. Enthusiastically seeking a role in which a strong work ethic and a resourceful nature will be highly valued.
CORE SKILLS
Quality Assurance
Risk Management
Reporting
Client Relationship Management
Database Management
Standards Compliance
Administration
Microsoft Office Suite
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION & EDUCATION
Diploma in Business Information Technology: Strathmore University, 2006
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education: Gaichanjiru High School, 2004
WORKING EXPERIENCE
January 2020 to Present: SGS Kenya Ltd.
Position: Consultant– EHS Department.
Taking samples of effluent and bottled water for analysis.
Checked that all equipment necessary to carry out the inspection/sampling activities are in good working condition prior to use and in valid calibration status.
Ensured samples are properly and completely labelled prior submission to the laboratory and/or terminal representatives.
Maintained a safe and tidy worksite.
March 2019 to December 2019: BUREAU VERITAS Kenya Ltd.
Position: Surveyor – International Trade Division Department
Prepared samples for grading and analysis of different by gathering samples, splitting down samples, taking to lab technician
Conducted warehouse inventory on behalf of the client.
Maintained regular communication with documentation staff with references to job status, progress, problems etc.
Provided supervision of offloading and loading of agricultural goods for transit.
Took samples of commodities for tests to check its suitability for human consumption
Liaised, communicated and built rapport with clients at all levels in a professional manner.
Provided ideas and input to improve departmental processes
January 2007 to December 2018: SGS Kenya Ltd
Position: Commodity Inspector – Oil, Gas & Chemical Department
Overall Purpose: Responsible for performing quantity and quality inspection/verification of various petroleum products in accordance with the company standards, legal and client requirements.
Duties & Responsibilities
Administration
Ensured all the necessary forms, materials, equipment, and/or other requirements needed to perform the job are complete and prepared before proceeding to the work site.
Interfaced with the trucks officers, clients and/or terminal representatives during inspection activities to ensure and maintain good communication and smooth operation.
Checked that all equipment necessary to carry out the inspection/sampling activities are in good working condition prior to use and in valid calibration status.
Maintained a safe and tidy worksite.
Signed field inspection reports based on the inspection findings/activities.
Standards Compliance
Complied with the truck and terminal rules and safety regulations.
Conducted inspection or verification work according to company standard, procedures and client requirements or agreed job scope and specifications.
Operated to the highest standards of ethics, in accordance with the SGS Code of Integrity.
Demonstrated strong commitment to SGS HSE Policies, Procedures, and Work Instructions by participating in safety meetings, completing required training, intervening in unsafe situations, refusing unsafe work, and complying fully with all applicable laws and regulations related to HSE.
In accordance with the SGS HSE Management System requirements, disposed of, or directed the disposal of, waste generated as a part of daily work performed in a safe manner and in compliance with all waste transportation and disposal regulations and requirements.
Used all equipment in the manner intended and reported any damaged / lost equipment to supervisor.
Client Relationship Management
Coordinated with clients on schedules and other information pertinent to the job.
Reporting
Reported all incidents in accordance with the SGS Incident Reporting requirements.
Provided feedback and updates on the status or progress of the job to the superior on a regular basis.
Quality Assurance
Ensured compliance to the Group and national policies including but not limited to the maintenance of the Quality Management System
Ensured samples are properly and completely labelled prior submission to the laboratory and/or terminal representatives.
Risk Management
Maintained awareness of hazards and proposes controls to supervisor, HSE Representatives or relevant client / site contact.
Responded appropriately to emergency situations and assists other staff members in maintaining readiness to respond to emergencies within the workplace.
Actively participated in incident investigations and risk assessments as deemed necessary by SGS management.
Database Management
Ensured proper modification for effective data recording
September 2006 to January 2007: SGS Kenya
Position: Commodity Inspector – Agri Department
Duties & Responsibilities
Prepared samples for grading and analysis of different by gathering samples, splitting down samples, taking to lab technician
Maintained regular communication with documentation staff with references to job status, progress, problems etc.
Provided supervision of offloading and loading of agricultural goods for transit.
Took samples of commodities for tests to check its suitability for human consumption
Provided pest control services to various clients
Liaised, communicated and built rapport with clients at all levels in a professional manner.
Provided ideas and input to improve departmental processes
REFEREES
David Oduya
Depot Supervisor,
Rubis Energy Limited,
Tel: 072*******
Email: *************@*****.***
Jamal Jakinda
Nairobi Operations Supervisor,
Bureau Veritas (K) Limited,
Tel: 072*******
Email: ************@*****.***
Mark Kibiri
Operation Technician,
Gulf Energy (K) Limited,
Tel: 072*-***-***
Email: ******@*****.***
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