Usman Buhari

Detail-oriented Laboratory Technician with hands-on experience in water quality testing, laboratory analysis, quality control, microbiological testing, and laboratory operations within a table-water production environment. Skilled in sample collection and preparation, physicochemical analysis, pH, turbidity, TDS, conductivity, hardness, chlorine and temperature testing, as well as routine microbiological examination. Experienced in operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, preparing reagents, monitoring water-treatment processes, documenting test results, maintaining laboratory records, and supporting Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) activities.

Knowledgeable in Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), food safety, laboratory safety, sanitation, SOP compliance, and waste management. Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation, communication, and teamwork skills with a commitment to product quality, regulatory compliance, accuracy, and continuous improvement. Holds a Bachelor of science in Biochemistry and National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology.

Possess practical experiences in laboratory safety procedures, chemical handling requirements, and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).

Laboratory Technician - Fizam Table Water Company - FCT-Abuja

(2024 - 2026)

• Conducted routine physicochemical and microbiological analysis of raw, treated, and packaged water to support product quality and safety.
• Collected, labeled, prepared, and analyzed water samples from treatment and production points.
• Monitored key water-quality parameters, including pH, turbidity, TDS, conductivity, hardness, chlorine, and temperature.
• Performed routine microbiological examinations and documented laboratory findings accurately.
• Monitored water-treatment processes and reported abnormal results or potential contamination to the appropriate personnel.
• Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, including pH meters, turbidity meters, conductivity meters, incubators, microscopes, and analytical balances.
• Prepared laboratory reagents and solutions in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements.
• Maintained accurate laboratory records, sample registers, test results, equipment logs, and quality-control documentation.
• Conducted quality checks on finished sachet-water products, including appearance, packaging integrity, and volume.
• Maintained laboratory hygiene, sanitation, proper waste disposal, and compliance with safety and quality procedures.
• Reported non-conforming results and collaborated with production personnel to support corrective actions and consistent product quality.

Biotechnology Laboratory Research and Operations Assistant - Sheda Science and Technology Complex-Biotechnology Advanced Laboratory - FCT-Abuja

(2023 - 2024)

• Support day-to-day laboratory activities and ensure the laboratory is organized, clean, and operational.
• Collect, label, prepare, store, and handle biological, environmental, food, or research samples according to established procedures.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures, biosafety requirements, chemical-handling procedures, and appropriate PPE requirements.
• Ensure proper cleaning, sterilization, waste segregation, and housekeeping within laboratory areas.

Laboratory Technician- Medical Testing and Diagnostics Analysis - Ayaura Comprehensive Primary Healthcare - Abaji-Abuja

(2017 - 2019)

• Collect, receive, label, process, and safely store blood, urine, stool, and other clinical specimens according to laboratory procedures.
• Perform routine laboratory tests to support the diagnosis, monitoring, and prevention of diseases under appropriate supervision.
• Conduct routine physical, chemical, and microscopic examination of urine specimens.
• Perform internal quality-control checks and ensure test procedures meet established laboratory standards.
• Clean, inspect, and perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and report faults promptly.

B.Sc. - Biochemistry - Bayero University Kano (2024)

National Diploma (ND) - Science Laboratory Technology - Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa (2018)