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Marvin Kindzonzi Mbenza

Houston

Summary


Experienced and diligent Biochemistry Engineer with a strong background in quality assurance and laboratory procedures in food and beverages industry. Skilled in utilizing advanced laboratory analytical instrumentation, particularly gas and liquid chromatography. Successfully contributed to numerous research and development projects, ensuring accurate and reliable results. Strong understanding of safety protocols and teamwork in dynamic environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Assurance Lab Technician

National Beverages Co
01.2022 - Current
  • Perform testing to validate the microbiological quality of current and incoming ingredients, production lines, and packages.
  • Assess the product quality throughout the production process, from the syrup to the finished product.
  • work with the R&D Team on new product launches.
  • In charge of water plant, perform daily analyses to assure water quality, light troubleshooting in compliance with supplier recommendations.
  • Document all test results, observations, and deviations according to established protocols for traceability purposes.

Research Lab Assistant

CUAL Laboratory Center
07.2016 - 09.2021
  • Trained in high standard analysis methods related to TS EN ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation
  • Performed testing and quality control of food and beverages using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation such as GC-MS, HPLC, and GC-olfactometry.
  • Carried out a four years research project with Kavaklidere winery to Highlight the effects of 3 winemaking methods on aroma profile and
    phenolic compounds in red wine.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of instrumentation trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices in quality assurance to continuously improve lab performance.
  • Operated basic laboratory equipment such as Anton Paar Alcolyzer, pH meter, centrifuge, spectrophotometer, autoclave, and evaporator.
  • Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.

Lead Lab Technician

Anadolu Efes Beer And Malt Industry
10.2012 - 06.2016
  • Led a team of 8 lab technicians for ensuring high-quality performance through daily chemical and microbiological analysis to assess product quality.
  • oversaw daily process water analysis and waste water testing in compliance with city regulatory.
  • Organized sensory analysis of beer throughout its production to assess organoleptic quality at each stage.
  • Collaborated with R&D department and contributed to the formulation of 2 beer recipes.
  • Documented all test results, observations, and deviations according to established protocols for traceability purposes.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by ensuring adherence to safety protocols and proper handling of hazardous materials.


Education

Master of Science - Microbiology And Biochemistry

Marien Ngouabi University
07.2011

Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology

Marien Ngouabi University
06.2008

Skills

  • Industry knowledge: Beverages processing, brewing, fermentation, Water treatment
  • Lab Skills: SPME-GC-MS, GC-MS-Olfactometry, HPLC, spectrometry
  • Microorganisms identification
  • Documentation : Microsoft office Suite, Minitab
  • Data Analysis: IBM ®SPSS® Statistic, Excel
  • Soft skills: communication, Teamwork
  • Quality Assurance

Certification

  • Certified hygiene management of food
    and water.

Affiliations

  • Institut of food technology

Timeline

Quality Assurance Lab Technician

National Beverages Co
01.2022 - Current

Research Lab Assistant

CUAL Laboratory Center
07.2016 - 09.2021

Lead Lab Technician

Anadolu Efes Beer And Malt Industry
10.2012 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology

Marien Ngouabi University

Master of Science - Microbiology And Biochemistry

Marien Ngouabi University

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