Sibonelo Gamede

I am a Quality Assurance Practitioner with experience in FMCG manufacturing environments, supporting food safety, quality systems, and continuous improvement initiatives. Skilled in GMP compliance, quality inspections, documentation control, deviation management, and cross-functional collaboration. Experienced in supporting product quality from raw materials through to finished products, with exposure to SHEQ, NPD, and laboratory processes.

Quality Assurance Practitioner - Sourthen Oil

(2026-08)

• Conduct quality inspections on raw materials, in-process products, packaging, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Perform GMP, hygiene, and process compliance checks while supporting food safety and quality requirements.
• Investigate non-conformances, deviations, and quality issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain quality documentation and support audits, verification activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

SHEQ Support/NPD Technologist - Sourthen Oil

(2025-07 - 2026-07)

• Supported the implementation and maintenance of SHEQ systems, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Assisted with quality documentation, inspections, and monitoring of production processes.
• Supported new product development activities, including trials, evaluations, and product improvement initiatives.
• Collaborated with production and technical teams to resolve quality-related issues and improve processes.

R&D Technologist - Unilever

(2024-03 - 2024-12)

• Supported product development and reformulation projects through laboratory trials and product evaluations.
• Conducted testing, data analysis, and documentation to support product quality and performance.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement product improvements and technical solutions.
• Maintained technical records and supported compliance with quality and safety requirements.

Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) - Food Science - DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (2022 - 2023)

Bachelor of Applied Sciences - Food Science and Technology - DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (2020 - 2022)