Nomvelo Makwa
@nomvelomakwa
I deliver traceable analytical testing across cosmetics, manufacturing, quality control, and forensic laboratories.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I've supported accurate, traceable laboratory testing at Future Cosmetics, Coca-Cola Africa Technical Centre, the National Department of Health, Medal Paints, and Rolfes Color Pigments International. My work spans raw materials, finished products, cosmetic and clinical samples, toxicology, packaging, and production quality.
I operate GC-MS, GC-FID, GC-ECD, HPLC, spectrophotometry, and AAS systems, while maintaining LIMS records, SOP compliance, data integrity, and ISO 17025 quality systems. I also guide laboratory teams, train recruiters in Good Clinical Practice, troubleshoot instruments, and support method validation, audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Laboratory Technician
Future Cosmetics CC
Oct 2020 - Jun 2026 (5 years 8 months)
Coordinated laboratory team activities, trained recruiters in GCP, and handled cosmetic and clinical samples for in vivo studies. Implemented a sticker-label process that reduced labelling costs and supported ISO 17025 and ISO 27001 compliance.
Conducted gas chromatography analyses using Agilent GC-MS and LECO SPME/SBSE platforms, supporting raw material, finished product, and packaging testing. Contributed to method development, validation, and troubleshooting within an ISO 17025 laboratory.
Forensic Analyst
National Department of Health – Public Health Laboratory
Jun 2011 - Sep 2015 (4 years 3 months)
Performed toxicology analyses using GC-FID, GC-ECD, and HPLC, maintaining sample traceability and preparing scientific documentation. Conducted statistical evaluations and supported formal reporting within a regulated laboratory environment.
Process Controller & Colour Matcher
Medal Paints
Feb 2011 - May 2011 (3 months)
Supported batch production and quality assurance, performing colour matching and spectrophotometric analysis. Conducted pigment testing and maintained production and quality records.
Laboratory Assistant
Rolfes Color Pigments International
Oct 2007 - Feb 2011 (3 years 4 months)
Supported raw material testing and chemical analyses, contributing to batch development and quality activities. Performed material analysis using AAS and communicated results to production teams.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Tshwane University of Technology
National Diploma, Analytical Chemistry
Earned a National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry from Tshwane University of Technology in 2006.
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