ALBERT SHORAYI BONZO

Established analytical laboratory from inception, procuring essential equipment (AAS, fire assay tools, leaching apparatus) and recruiting skilled personnel to ensure full operational readiness.

Implemented robust QC/QA protocols across sample processing, fire assay (DIBK, Aqua Regia), and metallurgical testing (CIL/CIP), enhancing accuracy and productivity by 20%.

Standardized workflows and conducted advanced analyses (bottle roll, carbon activity), ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Produced critical reports to guide gold recovery, copper smelting, and cobalt leaching operations, managing cross-functional collaboration and maintaining strict instrument calibration (AAS, pH meters).

Directed quality control initiatives, ensuring manufactured products complied with customer specifications and international standards for steel manufacturing.

Developed and enforced a rigorous raw material analysis program, collaborating with production teams to rectify deviations and implement corrective actions.

Managed laboratory operations, overseeing chemical and physical testing while optimizing processes for efficiency and investigating customer complaints.

Implemented a comprehensive QMS training program and coordinated internal audits to maintain compliance, streamlining consumable procurement and instrument calibration schedules.

Spearheaded the development and implementation of the ISO 17025:2017 Quality Management System to achieve accreditation, ensuring compliance with international standards for analytical reliability.

Directed comprehensive laboratory commissioning, overseeing equipment procurement, method validation, and manpower recruitment to establish full operational functionality.

Managed CAPEX/OPEX budgets to optimize costs while delivering high-quality analytical services for gold, silver, and base metals, meeting operational targets.

Drove continuous improvement initiatives in workflows, safety protocols, and analytical reliability, fostering cross-departmental collaboration to support mining and processing operations.

Commissioned and managed the analytical laboratory, leading a team in gold and copper assaying with stringent QC/QA standards for CIL, vat leaching, and smelting processes.

Optimized gold analysis methodologies, including Fire Assay, AAS, and cyanide leach techniques (CIL/CIP), significantly improving accuracy in tailings processing.

Standardized sample workflows, boosting productivity by 15% through process refinements and cost-efficient budget management.

Conducted advanced metallurgical testing (bottle roll, carbon activity) to enhance recovery rates and implemented robust QA/QC protocols across all stages.

Directed laboratory operations, ensuring strict adherence to quality standards while leading a team in accurate sample analysis to support Unki's profitability and reputation.

Developed comprehensive training programs, enhancing staff competency and maintaining a safe, ISO 17025-compliant work environment.

Implemented robust QC procedures, achieving a 10% improvement in analytical accuracy and 20% productivity gains through workflow optimization.

Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives, reducing non-conformities by 10% while minimizing waste and operational costs.

Established equipment calibration schedules, reducing downtime by 15% and ensuring compliance with GLP and corporate standards.

Leveraged LIMS (CCLAS EL) for 100% accurate data reporting, enabling data-driven decision-making for mine operations.

Managed laboratory budgets, inventory (via SAP), and cross-departmental collaboration to optimize resource allocation.

Maintained expertise in precious metals analysis through ongoing professional development, ensuring the laboratory remained at the forefront of innovation.

Conducted metallurgical testing and analysis on wire, strand, and steel wire ropes to ensure product quality and adherence to specifications.

Assisted in process optimization efforts, contributing to enhanced manufacturing efficiency and material utilization.

Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured accurate data collection for quality control reporting.

Collaborated with production teams to troubleshoot issues and support continuous improvement initiatives in the manufacturing process.

Performed chemical and physical tests on steel samples to ensure compliance with stringent quality standards.

Assisted in maintaining laboratory equipment and managing chemical reagents inventory to ensure operational continuity.

Documented test results meticulously and contributed to comprehensive quality control reports.

Supported senior chemists in troubleshooting and optimizing laboratory procedures to enhance analytical accuracy.

Executed routine analytical tests on commercial mining samples, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting for clients.

Assisted in sample preparation and data entry, maintaining meticulous records for laboratory traceability.

Adhered to strict laboratory protocols and safety guidelines in a fast-paced commercial analytical setting.

Contributed to the overall efficiency of laboratory operations by supporting various analytical tasks and maintaining equipment.