Sande Kombe

Results-driven Quality Assurance and Quality Control professional with over 5 years of experience in FMCG and agricultural manufacturing environments. Proven expertise in implementing QA/QC systems, ensuring compliance with Organic, FSA, HACCP, and GMP standards, and leading internal and external audits. Demonstrated ability to manage quality systems, lead teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in animal feed and agricultural production.

Strong background in laboratory analysis, regulatory compliance, and quality management systems, with a commitment to maintaining high product safety and operational efficiency standards.

Quality Assurance & Certification Officer at Kilifi Moringa Estates Ltd (2021-01 – Present)

• Developed and implemented comprehensive QA/QC systems aligned with Organic and FSA standards, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Led internal inspections and coordinated external audits, ensuring successful certification and adherence to quality standards.
• Designed and enforced Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across production, raw material handling, and finished product processes.
• Conducted root cause analysis on quality deviations and implemented corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to improve product quality.
• Supervised QA/QC team operations and collaborated with production and procurement teams to maintain quality consistency.
• Managed quality documentation, including manuals, audit reports, and compliance records, ensuring audit readiness at all times.

Laboratory Analysis Intern at Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries – Mariakani Regional Investigation Laboratories (2019-10 – 2020-10)

• Conducted microbiological and molecular laboratory analyses, including bacteriology, protozoology, and helminthology testing.
• Performed sample collection, storage, and analysis to support disease diagnosis and quality assurance processes.
• Assisted in laboratory audits, inspections, and compliance verification processes.
• Prepared laboratory media and ensured adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Conducted post-mortem examinations to support veterinary investigations and quality assessments.
• Maintained accurate laboratory records and contributed to technical reporting.

Laboratory Attachment at KEMRI Wellcome Trust-Kenya (2017-05 – 2017-08)

• Participated in microbiology lab processes, including culture and isolation of samples.
• Conducted DNA/RNA extraction and isolation for research purposes.
• Assisted in clinical chemistry analysis using wet and dry chemistry tests.
• Gained experience in serology and immunology laboratory techniques.

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry – Chuka University (2018)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) – Tudor Day Secondary School (2013)