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Minoli Aluthwatta

Summary

Energetic and detail-focused, delivering thorough understanding of quality assurance principles and practices coupled with strong analytical skills. Well-versed in process improvement and adept at identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions. Aiming to enhance product quality and operational efficiency through rigorous testing and meticulous attention to detail.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Junior Quality Assurance Executive

Lalan Rubbers (Pvt) Ltd.
12.2023 - 01.2025

Company Overview: Industrial Glove Manufacturing

  • Conducted risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential quality issues before they escalated.
  • Planned, conducted, and monitored testing and inspection of materials and finished product quality.
  • Assisted in the calibration of instruments (internal and external) to maintain precision and reliability in testing procedures.
  • Reduced production downtime by 15% identifying and addressing potential risks, improving overall efficiency.
  • Implemented risk-based testing strategies, prioritizing critical system components to ensure thorough testing before release.
  • Conducted regular audits of manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and industry regulations.
  • Evaluated audit findings and implemented corrective actions, reducing process inefficiencies by 7%.
  • Led cross-functional teams to identify root causes of defects, driving continuous improvement efforts.
  • Developed comprehensive QA processes, reducing defect rates by 35% and improving overall production efficiency.
  • Improved product quality by 1.5% through the implementation of rigorous testing procedures and standards.
  • Trained 10+ quality checkers in best practices for quality assurance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Organized monthly quality meetings, implementing preventive actions to address recurring issues.
  • Prepared quality documentation reports (SOPs, WI, etc.), analyzing trends to support strategic decision-making.
  • Implemented a customer complaint system and root-cause problem solving, reducing customer complaints by 25%.
  • Reduced customer complaint response time by 5%, ensuring quicker resolution and improved client relationships.
  • Conducted supplier audits, improving supplier performance ratings and reducing supplier-related defects by 10%.
  • Reported and resolved production malfunctions, ensuring continuous operational improvements.
  • Assisted in new product developments and R&D trials, contributing to successful product launches.
  • Implemented lean manufacturing principles, reducing waste and optimizing production efficiency.
  • Ensured all QA procedures aligned with workplace safety standards, reducing workplace incidents related to quality issues.
  • Analyzed production data trends to predict and prevent quality deviations before they occurred.

Trainee Analyst

Toxicology Lab, Government Analyst's Department
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Conducted analyses on samples using advanced testing methods including GC-MS, HPLC, GC-HS-FID, and GC-HS-MS machines
  • Performed common poison tests, alcohol and cyanide tests, and phosphine tests, drug tests based on case requirements
  • Utilized Ion Chromatography for testing acid-related cases
  • Implemented Solid Phase Extraction as a column cleanup method to enhance sample purity

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry & Business Administration

Institute of Chemistry Ceylon
Sri Lanka
11-2023

Bachelor of Science - Polymer Science & Technology, Chemistry, Physics

University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Sri Lanka
10-2023

Skills

  • Quality Assurance & Quality Control Processes
  • Product Inspections & Audits
  • Compliance with Industry Standards
  • Raw Material & Finished Product Testing
  • Documentation & Reporting
  • Supplier & Vendor Quality Management
  • Training on Quality Control Procedures
  • Problem-Solving & Root Cause Analysis
  • ISO Standards & Health & Safety Regulations
  • Quality Inspection Tools & Software
  • Audit coordination
  • Presentations

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Sinhalese
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Training

  • PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425 & CE Certification Requirements
  • ISO 9001 Awareness Training
  • Defect Analysis Methods & Process Control Methods
  • FSC (Forest Stewardship Council)
  • Statistical Process Control (SPC) & Quality Metrics Analysis
  • Internal Auditing & Non-Conformance

Timeline

Junior Quality Assurance Executive

Lalan Rubbers (Pvt) Ltd.
12.2023 - 01.2025

Trainee Analyst

Toxicology Lab, Government Analyst's Department
08.2023 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry & Business Administration

Institute of Chemistry Ceylon

Bachelor of Science - Polymer Science & Technology, Chemistry, Physics

University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Minoli Aluthwatta