Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Ambition
Leadershipandvolunteerwork
Awards
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Kariuki Anthony

Summary

To advance professionally in a dynamic working environment and to acquire as much knowledge and skills as possible with sincerity for the betterment of the society.

To work in a busy reputable growth-oriented institution, gain working experience and build on my intellectual, leadership and managerial strength. God fearing, respective, honest and hardworking person who works under minimum or no supervision and create well conducive working environment. Responsible and careful on the duties assigned to me. Aspire to make a positive impact on my profession and leave a legacy on the organization I work with.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Formulation Development Team Lead

DAWA LIMITED
08.2023 - Current
  • Execution of product development stage experimental activities (API characterization, Preformulation studies, formulation and process development, stability studies, packaging evaluations, scaleup and dossier batches activities)
  • Follow and ensure compliance to good documentation, cGMP & regulatory requirements for formulation activities at inhouse Formulation Development facility
  • Executing experiments as per project requirements and timelines
  • Qualification & Calibration activities
  • Preparation of System and Equipment related SOP's
  • Working on Technical documentation & Protocols for executions as well participate in FATs
  • Establishing inhouse systems and procedures to ensure cGMP practices & regulatory requirements
  • Submission, handling of analytical samples, collecting the reports and compiling the data for review and discussions
  • Any other specific functional activities defined on case-to-case basis
  • Preparation, documentation and follow ups for the approval of lab scale related activities
  • Conducting training to subordinates with regards to pharmaceutical setup formulation development and trouble shooting

Formulation Development Officer

DAWA LIMITED
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Creation of Batch manufacturing record to be used in development of different dosage forms
  • Research, development and execution of different pharmaceutical products i.e., tablets, capsules, suspensions, expectorants, liquids, syrups creams and ointments
  • Championed research, development and launch of Diabetes portfolio medicine as well antihypertensive range products
  • Overseeing manufacturing processes during development of products
  • Compiling PDR during dossier documentation
  • Carrying out root cause investigations in case of an OOS and providing a valid CAPA to prevent future occurrence of the same mistake
  • Creation of the MFR to assist in the dossier documentation during filing and registration of new products as well as product robustness
  • Lean management projects i.e., integration from Non aqueous to aqueous production either in binder preparation as well as coating
  • Creation of PM and providing text matter to be used in the development of PMs
  • Research and development of new products

Production Department

HIGHLANDS DRINKS LIMITED
05.2020 - 09.2020
  • Raising of production orders as per the plan shared by the shift manager/supply chain planner in the ERP system adopted in the organization, S.A.P
  • Production inventory control: Requesting raw materials, Transfer of finished goods to warehouse
  • Posting of products transferred to warehouse in S.A.P for dispatch and finance departments to plan for customer orders/generate invoices
  • Closing of production orders and reconciliation of raw materials issued from warehouse against raw materials used in production for all S.K
  • U's produced facilitating returns for raw materials balances left in production to respective warehouses
  • Generating and updating a daily report based on materials issued for production in comparison to the final output
  • The report is shared daily to concerned parties i.e., plant manager, finance accountant and shift managers
  • Creating and updating a report for materials requested outside production B.O
  • M's (bill of materials), materials such as gloves and masks among others
  • The report is circulated to the plant manager, finance accountant and shift managers for the materials to be budgeted and accounted for at the end of each week/month
  • Supervision of general production line staff, assigning duties to staff and ensuring all production staff are in their designated areas of work
  • Monthly stock take exercise, preparing a final report for materials in production and accounting for all materials and transactions within the month
  • In presence of finance team, internal auditors and external auditors
  • Compiling a report and accounting for all transactions in production
  • Schedule deadlines or projected time and date of completion of production or stages thereof
  • Project costs of labor, materials and expenses in connection with production
  • Reschedule production according to delays and changes in production priorities
  • Prepare necessary paperwork and administer all invoices on spreadsheet and maintain records of all documents
  • Analyze staffing requirements and ensure efficient compliance to production schedules and budget for all production process

Quality control duties and responsibilities

HIGHLAND MINERAL WATER CO.LTD
03.2020 - 04.2020
  • Inspect and approve incoming raw materials before use in production
  • Carry out microbiological tests on finished products, water, staff, machines and the environment
  • Carry out water treatment used for bottling and beverage production
  • Maintain QC records as per legal and company standards
  • Process monitoring as per the company set standards
  • Create and ensure SOPs are followed
  • Ensure BMRs are filled and carry out Audit on them
  • Report on any process deviations or potentials for in order to consistently ensure quality
  • Daily, weekly and monthly reports submitted to the quality assurance manager
  • Conduct tests on finished products and ensure all deviations are identified and corrective actions implemented as per the company requirement
  • Identify and control non-conforming products before they leave the factory
  • Conduct required GMP audits and take necessary steps
  • Maintaining laboratory housekeeping standards
  • Maintain 5s in production and laboratory
  • Assist in product research and development
  • Filling of documents and records

Work study in library and Chemistry laboratory

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Proper shelving of library books and articles
  • Assisting laboratory technologies in preparation of stock solutions
  • Maintenance of laboratory cleanliness
  • Assisting the laboratory technologist in conducting laboratory sessions

Mentorship program coordinator

Mentorship program coordinator
01.2019 - 10.2019
  • Organized mentorship program in several schools including Matundura primary school, Muti-ini primary and Secondary School and Stely junior Academy
  • Organized for a talk to young people around Engineer location in Nyandarua county to coach them on the impact of the society to a sustainable environment

Education

BSc. - Industrial Chemistry

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
01.2018 - 01.2021

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined

Njabini Boys High school
01.2014 - 01.2017

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined

Stely Junior Academy
01.2005 - 01.2013

Skills

Concise writing

Active listening

Detailed conversation

Planning

Organizing

Task prioritization

Problem-solving

Innovative solutions

Adaptability to change

Team inspiration

Motivation

Clear direction

Proficiency in Microsoft packages

HACCP knowledge

Ambition

To be an entrepreneur in a scope to solving community problems by creating the best performing, most trusted and appealing consumer products.

Leadershipandvolunteerwork

  • 2017-2020, Free tutoring and provision of revision materials to students around our area - Student mentorship.
  • 2017-present, Community outreach program organized by the Engineer Community Group.
  • 2019, Organization of sports day of Dedan Kimathi Catholic Action which we were able to bring together all the denominations.
  • 07/2010, Red Cross movement charity walk organized by Red Cross movement and sponsored by Red Cross Kenya.
  • 09/2018, Feed a child Charity walk.

Awards

  • 12/2018, Active membership certificate of chemistry club
  • 10/2019, Letter of recognition for participation in tree planting activity around the school compound
  • 08/2019, National certificate for badminton plays held at Meru University of Technology
  • 02/2021, Regional certificate for badminton plays held at Karatina University
  • 06/2021, ISO 9001:2015 clause by clause certified (Quality management systems)
  • 06/2021, ISO 14001:2015 Transition course certified (Environmental management system standards)

Timeline

Formulation Development Team Lead

DAWA LIMITED
08.2023 - Current

Formulation Development Officer

DAWA LIMITED
08.2021 - 08.2023

Production Department

HIGHLANDS DRINKS LIMITED
05.2020 - 09.2020

Quality control duties and responsibilities

HIGHLAND MINERAL WATER CO.LTD
03.2020 - 04.2020

Work study in library and Chemistry laboratory

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
01.2020 - 03.2020

Mentorship program coordinator

Mentorship program coordinator
01.2019 - 10.2019

BSc. - Industrial Chemistry

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
01.2018 - 01.2021

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined

Njabini Boys High school
01.2014 - 01.2017

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined

Stely Junior Academy
01.2005 - 01.2013

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