Edmore Masunda

Highly experienced Quality, Laboratory, and SHEQ professional with over 20 years in plastics manufacturing, HDPE pipe production, ISO-certified environments across Southern Africa, and production optimization. Currently serving as Laboratory Supervisor overseeing Group Quality and Audit functions. Certified CQI/IRCA ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor (BSI).

Proven record of reducing non-conformities, strengthening compliance frameworks, and improving laboratory efficiency through data-driven quality systems.

Laboratory Supervisor - Sinvac Group (SA)

(2025-04)

• Lead laboratory operations and oversee Group Quality
• ISO 9001:2015 audit systems, regulatory body and client audit processes
• Supervise Quality technicians
• Manage NCR systems
• Conduct advanced HDPE laboratory testing in line with ISO/SANS 4427 requirements
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Batch control System
• Initiate, Implement and review work instructions and SOPs to reflect current business practices
• Prepare client QA metrics reports
• Validation of processes ensuring measuring equipment compliance

Quality Controller - Splash Paints and Plastics

(2023-01 - 2025-03)

• Controlled HDPE and PVC extrusion operations
• Performed product inspections
• Maintained QC documentation
• Ensured safety compliance
• Reduced rework rates through improved inspection processes
• Maintained detailed QC logs supporting traceability and compliance

SHEQ Officer - Sinvac Piping (SA)

(2016-10 - 2021-12)

• Maintenance of safe working conditions with zero lost-time incidents
• Strong team performance, engagement, retention and skills development
• High equipment availability through preventive maintenance and calibration compliance
• Effective implementation of continuous improvement initiatives
• Reduction in testing delays, rework and operational downtime
• Achievement of laboratory productivity and testing revenue targets
• Compliance with ISO 17025, ISO 9001 and SANS 4427 requirements
• Successful audit outcomes with no major or critical findings
• High-quality laboratory output with minimal NCRs and zero overdue corrective actions
• Consistent on-time completion of daily and weekly testing programmes

Diploma - Plastics Technology (N6) - Harare Polytechnic (2000)

Professional Diploma - Project Monitoring & Evaluation (2011)

Diplomas - Business Management and Sales & Marketing (2003)