Mabilana Vincent Raletjena

Detail-orientated Laboratory Technician adept at making critical decisions, managing deadlines and conducting team reviews. With expertise in sampling, analysis, testing and quantitative problemsolving skills, dedicated to company growth and improvements

Metallurgical Laboratory Technician, Veer Steel Mills 06/2021 – Present | Alberton, Alrode •Prepared and analyzed metal and alloy samples using metallographic techniques, including cutting, mounting, grinding, polishing, and etching. 

•Conducted mechanical testing such as hardness, tensile, bending and rebending tests following ASTM and ISO standards. 

•Recorded test data and compiled detailed reports to support quality control, failure analysis, and development projects. 

•Coordinated with quality, R&D, and production teams to support materials characterization, root cause analysis, and process improvement initiatives. 

•Ensured compliance with industry safety standards and maintained a clean, hazard free lab environment. 

•Assisted in the development and optimization of heat treatment processes and materials testing procedures. 

•Managed laboratory inventory, including tracking consumables, ordering supplies, and maintaining calibration records.

 •Ensured strict adherence to laboratory safety standards, calibration schedule, and ISO 17025 quality management systems.

National Diploma in Metallurgical Engineering, University of Johannesburg 2019 Major: Physical Metallurgy, Extraction Metallurgy, Production of Iron and Steel, Foundry Metallurgy, Material Testing. 

National Senior Certificate (Grade 12): Mathematics and Science, George Tladi Technical High School 2012 Major: Mathematics and Science