Quality Control Officer / Printing Machine operator
Resume:
SIMON JOSEPH
Phone No. 074*******
Email: ***************@*****.***
PERSONAL PROFILE
Highly motivated and detail-oriented Analytical Chemist with experience working as a Quality Control Officer and Flexographic Printing Assistant. Skilled in laboratory analysis, quality control procedures, and operation support in flexographic printing. Knowledgeable in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points
(HACCP), and Quality Management Systems (QMS). Dedicated to ensuring product quality, safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
EDUCATION
Taita Taveta University
Bachelor of Science in Analytical Chemistry
Second Class Honours (Upper Division)
Kyuso Boys High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE
WORK EXPERIENCE
Colour Labels Limited – Flexographic Printing Department Flexographic Printing Assistant
November 2025 – Present
Key responsibilities
• Assisting in operation and monitoring of flexographic printing machines
• Assisting in machine setup and preparation before production runs
• Mixing inks to achieve required print colours
• Monitoring print quality, colour consistency, and print registration during production
• Assisted in performing first-run inspections and in-process quality checks
• Ensuring printed work is free from defects such as colour variation, ink spread, and poor registration
• Performing plate mounting and verification of printing specifications before production
• Selecting anilox rollers depending on ink coverage and print requirement
• Conducted cleaning of machine, anilox, plates and other materials used in flexographic printing
• Assisted in sorting, wrapping and packing printed material Shreeji Chemicals Limited
Quality Control Intern
February 2025 – September 2025
Key Responsibilities
• Performed chemical analyses on incoming raw materials, in-process products, and finished products
• Ensured product quality and adherence to safety standards and customer specifications
• Conducted calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment for accurate testing results
• Investigated quality deviations through root cause analysis and preparation of Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) reports
• Conducted water and firewood analysis
• Prepared and standardized reagents and chemicals used in daily laboratory practices National Cereals and Produce Board
Quality Control Intern
April 2023 – December 2023
Key Responsibilities
• Inspected, analyzed, and graded incoming and outgoing grains
• Conducted aflatoxin testing of grains
• Conducted soil and water analysis
• Educated farmers on fertilizer selection and suitable crop varieties for different regions
• Conducted examination and testing of fertilizers before dispatch
• Ensured product compliance with food safety and quality regulations Achievements
• Reduced product quality deviations by over 20% through effective root cause analysis and implementation of CAPA
• Increased laboratory testing efficiency by 15% through improved sample preparation and documentation processes
KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
• Analytical testing and laboratory procedures
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and QMS standards
• Sample preparation and calibration of instruments
• Validation of analytical methods for accuracy
• Water and soil analysis
• Root cause analysis and CAPA reporting
• Quality inspection and process monitoring
• Flexographic printing support operations
• Accurate documentation and invoice preparation
• Teamwork and communication skills
COMPUTER SKILLS
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience in data analysis and report writing
• Knowledge of graphic design for presentations
• Basic cyber operations experience
REFEREES
Philip Wachira
Flexographic HOD
Colour Labels Limited
Tel: 075*******
Michael Wandela
Head of Quality Control Department
Shreeji Chemicals Limited
Tel: +254-***-******
Mr. Mumo Musyoki
Quality Control Department
National Cereals and Produce Board
Tel: +254-***-******
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