Panashe Mafumhe

An innovative and results driven chemical and process systems engineer with 2 years working experience. Dynamic woman with a passion for safety and compliance and optimize operations in industrial plants. Possesses excellent problem solving skills, a dedication to quality and a drive for continuous improvement

Retail Sales Floor Associate                                    June 2025- present
Value village, Waterloo, ON
 Provided product information, demonstrating features, and recommending items based
on customer needs upon request.
 Handled cash, credit card, and other payment methods, and completing sales
transactions accurately.

 Ensured the sales floor is clean, organized, and well-stocked.
 Stayed up-to-date on product features, pricing, and promotions.

Assistant Irrigation Technician                      Feb 2025- May 2025
My Rain Sprinkler Systems, Waterloo, ON
 Designed and installed irrigation systems including pipes, valves, sprinklers and
controllers to perform maximum efficiency
 Programmed ,tested and conducted troubleshoot on irrigation controllers and smart
watering systems
 Provided recommendations for system improvements, water conservation and
efficiency upgrades
 conducted inspections to detect leaks and repaired, malfunctions or inefficiencies of
sprinkler heads , pumps and valves whilst maintaining accurate records of work
performed , parts used and system updates

Laboratory technician                              Aug 2023-Dec2024
Zimbabwe School Examination Council, Harare, Zimbabwe
 led a continuous productivity improvement project to efficiently dilute acid
concentrations for easy handling in schools
 mentored new staff on handling of chemicals within the premises, fostering a waste
reduction environment
 contributed to technology transfer and commercialization initiatives, supporting the
transition of innovative technologies from research and development (R&D) to practical
application
 collected and analyzed overall production reports to identify opportunities for efficiency
, cost savings and quality analysis
 ensured safety, quality and compliance standards are met

Process Engineering Intern                         Jan 2022- Dec2022
Pungwe Beverages and Breweries, Mutare, Zimbabwe
 Prepared mass and energy balances
 Identified opportunities for continuous improvement of equipment and process in order
to minimize downtime, and waste reduction while maintaining an excellent standard of
quality
 Developed process design basis and selected unit operations by sizing and specifying
process and process utility equipment
 Prepared engineering designs and drawing ;process flow and piping and instrumentation
diagrams (PID)

 Assisted project management with the development of project scope, budget and
schedule for all process related work
 Helped to coordinate the schedules and work of contractors for process equipment
installation

Bachelors of Technology in Chemical and Process Systems Engineering
Aug 2019-June 2023
Harare Institute of Technology, Harare, Zimbabwe