Panashe Mafumhe

An innovative and results driven chemical and process systems engineer with 2 years working experience. Dynamic woman with a passion for safety and compliance and optimize operations in industrial plants. Possesses excellent problem solving skills, a dedication to quality and a drive for continuous improvement

Retail Sales Floor Associate June 2025- present

Value village, Waterloo, ON

 Provided product information, demonstrating features, and recommending items based on customer needs upon request.

 Handled cash, credit card, and other payment methods, and completing sales transactions accurately.

 Ensured the sales floor is clean, organized, and well-stocked.

 Stayed up-to-date on product features, pricing, and promotions.

Assistant Irrigation Technician Feb 2025- May 2025

My Rain Sprinkler Systems, Waterloo, ON

 Designed and installed irrigation systems including pipes, valves, sprinklers and controllers to perform maximum efficiency

 Programmed ,tested and conducted troubleshoot on irrigation controllers and smart watering systems

 Provided recommendations for system improvements, water conservation and efficiency upgrades

 conducted inspections to detect leaks and repaired, malfunctions or inefficiencies of sprinkler heads , pumps and valves whilst maintaining accurate records of work performed , parts used and system updates

Laboratory technician Aug 2023-Dec2024

Zimbabwe School Examination Council, Harare, Zimbabwe

 led a continuous productivity improvement project to efficiently dilute acid concentrations for easy handling in schools

 mentored new staff on handling of chemicals within the premises, fostering a waste reduction environment

 contributed to technology transfer and commercialization initiatives, supporting the transition of innovative technologies from research and development (R&D) to practical application

 collected and analyzed overall production reports to identify opportunities for efficiency

, cost savings and quality analysis

 ensured safety, quality and compliance standards are met

Process Engineering Intern Jan 2022- Dec2022

Pungwe Beverages and Breweries, Mutare, Zimbabwe

 Prepared mass and energy balances

 Identified opportunities for continuous improvement of equipment and process in order to minimize downtime, and waste reduction while maintaining an excellent standard of quality

 Developed process design basis and selected unit operations by sizing and specifying process and process utility equipment

 Prepared engineering designs and drawing ;process flow and piping and instrumentation diagrams (PID)

 Assisted project management with the development of project scope, budget and schedule for all process related work

 Helped to coordinate the schedules and work of contractors for process equipment installation

Bachelors of Technology in Chemical and Process Systems Engineering

Aug 2019-June 2023

Harare Institute of Technology, Harare, Zimbabwe