Martha Wambui

A uniquely skilled Chemical Engineer with extensive experience in quality assurance, production supervision, and process optimization across East Africa and the Middle East. Adept at developing quality systems, conducting product assessments, and ensuring compliance with international standards in industries such as pharmaceuticals, construction materials, and beverages.

Quality Assurance Lead at GIM Beverages Ltd (2021-01 – 2024-05)

Led quality assurance operations for beverage production facility

• Designed and implemented a comprehensive quality documentation system, ensuring strict adherence to recognized international standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conducted detailed product assessments at multiple production stages, proactively identifying and resolving quality issues, resulting in a measurable reduction in defects.
• Analyzed statistical production data to detect inconsistencies, driving improvements that enhanced overall product reliability and operational excellence.
• Developed and delivered impactful training programs, aligning employees with updated quality systems and industry standards, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Clerk at Kallegra Building Materials Trading LLC (2019-12 – 2020-06)

Managed administrative and customer service operations for building materials trading company

• Processed and managed customer inquiries with precision, preparing quotations, invoices, and commercial documents with 100% accuracy, ensuring seamless collaboration with diverse suppliers and stakeholders.
• Successfully collaborated with multicultural clients and suppliers, adapting to diverse work environments and building strong professional relationships across cultures.
• Enhanced operational efficiency by digitizing documentation systems and meticulously organizing critical business records, ensuring quick access and streamlined workflows.

Production Supervisor at Sayami Enterprises (2017-01 – 2018-10)

Supervised yogurt production operations ensuring quality and safety standards

• Strategically planned and optimized monthly production schedules, achieving a 95% on-time production rate and consistently meeting delivery targets.
• Supervised all stages of yogurt production, ensuring strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and maintaining high-quality standards throughout the process.
• Strengthened workplace safety by maintaining compliance with OSHA regulations and proactively addressing audit findings, fostering a secure and efficient production environment.
• Prepared detailed weekly and monthly production reports, delivering actionable insights that drove continuous process improvements and operational efficiency.

Chemical Engineer | Quality Assurance Lead at Alima Holdings Ltd (2014-10 – 2016-12)

Managed chemical engineering and quality assurance for Cellular Lightweight Concrete production

• Spearheaded the production of Cellular Lightweight Concrete (CLC) blocks, optimizing material usage and successfully reducing production costs by 10%, driving cost efficiency.
• Researched and developed new chemical manufacturing processes, introducing innovative methods for separating liquid components that enhanced production outcomes.
• Conducted rigorous quality tests on foam density and wet concrete mixtures, ensuring strict adherence to industry standards and maintaining product reliability.
• Implemented comprehensive safety protocols for a team of 20 staff members, significantly minimizing workplace incidents and fostering a culture of safety.

Chemical Engineer | Quality Assurance Lead at Dawa Pharmaceuticals (2013-09 – 2014-09)

Conducted quality assurance and chemical engineering for pharmaceutical production

• Conducted meticulous quality checks on oral liquids and tablets, ensuring strict compliance with pharmaceutical standards and maintaining product integrity.
• Monitored production processes, implementing effective quality assurance measures that enhanced the consistency and reliability of pharmaceutical products.
• Streamlined the labeling and tracking system for work-in-progress items, improving production traceability and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintained a safe working environment for employees handling hazardous chemicals by enforcing robust safety protocols, reducing workplace risks.

Master in Project Management – Abu Dhabi University (2024-01 – 2025-12)

Bachelor in Chemical and Process Engineering – Moi University (2007-01 – 2012-12)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education in K.C.S.E (2005-01 – 2005-12)