Mabula Sekwaila

I am a motivated chemical engineering graduate with hands-on experience at Coca-Cola (water treatment and syrup making), Mpact Paper Mills (production and stock preparation), and VUT R&D (photodegradation research and UV-Vis analysis). I enjoy working in technical, fast-paced environments and bring strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality. I’m always looking for opportunities to grow and apply my skills in real plant operations.

Syrup maker – Blender Operator

Coca-Cola Beverages SA(Agent) – Nigel | Mar 2024 – Aug 2025

• Operated syrup mixing equipment and prepared batches in

accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Performed daily Clean-in-Place (CIP) and manual cleaning of tanks,

pipelines, and production equipment

• Handled and stored cleaning chemicals safely, ensuring compliance

with hygiene and safety standards

• Followed the 10-step cleaning process and adhered to food safety

protocols to maintain a sterile production environment

• Completed batch records, cleaning logs, and ensured

documentation accuracy for quality control audits

• Complied with PPE requirements and workplace safety procedures

during all operational tasks

• Supported production efficiency and collaborated with quality

assurance teams to meet product standards

Production assistant

Mpact Paper Mills | Aug 2022 – Feb 2024

• Supported stock preparation and machine operations (pulpers, silos)

• Conducted risk assessments and promoted safe site operations

• Assisted with equipment cleaning, inspection, and maintenance

• Contributed to housekeeping and operational presentation preparation

Laboratory Technician AssistantVaal University of Technology | Jun 2018 – Jul 2019

• Conducted experiments on degradation of organic and inorganic

waste in wastewater

• Assisted in testing and evaluation of catalysts for pollutant

breakdown efficiency

• Prepared chemical solutions and maintained laboratory equipment

for daily operations

• Monitored reaction conditions (pH, temperature, concentration) to

optimize degradation processes

• Performed spectrophotometric and titration analyses to assess

contaminant levels

• Recorded experimental data and contributed to technical

documentation and research reports

I have completed National Diploma in Chemical engineering at VUT