Nikita Jansen van Vuuren

Brewing Scientist @Signal Hill Products

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Signal Hill Products is experiencing a steady growth in the craft beer market, thanks to our innovative brewing techniques and quality products. Our Brewing Scientist, Nikita Jansen van Vuuren, plays a crucial role in this success. Her expertise in brewing science has led to the creation of new, unique beer flavors that have been well received in the market. She has also been instrumental in improving our brewing processes, resulting in greater efficiency and cost savings. Moving forward, Nikita's focus will be on developing more sustainable brewing methods and exploring opportunities for product diversification.

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Work Background

SIGNAL HILL PRODUCTSFood Technologist

Oct. 2022Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Cape Peninsula University of TechnologyPostgraduate Researcher

Jun. 2020Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

IncasaBevTechnical Manager

Nov. 2021 - Feb. 2022Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaQuality and Technical Manager, responsible for liaising with internal/ external suppliers to manage product development activities. Investigating relevant technical/ legislative changes that impact products and supported general research in product performance (stability, shelf life) and process development.

SynercoreQuality Assurance Technician

Jan. 2018 - Jun. 2018Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaWet Blending Operations plant: Quality and R&D laboratory assistant. Duties included Supplier Quality Assurance, compiling Technical Data Sheets, reviewing process flows, performing quality audits in the plant and assisting with the consolidation of production recipes. Microbiological sampling and testing specifications. Project focus: enzymatic browning of berry fruit preparations.

Garner WafersGraduate New Product Development Technologist

Jun. 2017 - Dec. 2017Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaI worked as product development (bakery and dairy) assistant. Responsibilities included product formulations, factory trials, costing and packaging for new projects. I supported the quality assurance department with continuous improvement of the quality system (HACCP, GMPs SOP development) risk assessments and root cause analysis.

F&C BrokersInsurance Broker

Mar. 2011 - Dec. 2015Bellville, Western Cape, South AfricaAnalysis and review of policy contracts. Personal lines underwriting and risk analysis- Communicating with and advising clients. System improvement. Product training and product selection-Claims processing-Liaising with industry specialists to help judge risk assessment.

Treble GroupEvent and Sponsorship Manager

Jan. 2011 - Dec. 2011Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaEvent coordinator and budget management for WP Rugby and Stormers. Contractual duties for sponsorship partners. Liaising with marketing divisions, legal divisions, disaster risk management and other support divisions for live rugby events at Newlands Stadium. Reporting, feedback, approval of events and spending management. Setting and control of deadlines in line with event guidelines and regulations.

Geyonggi English VillageEnglish Language Teacher

May. 2009 - Jun. 2010Paju, Gyeonggi, South KoreaDuties included classroom management, administration, lesson planning and delivering and setting and marking tests. I was part of a team responsible for devising new lesson content for different educational programs as well as organising sports and cultural activities. My duties also included leading training sessions and being a language school media representative.

New Space TheatreStage Manager

Jan. 2008 - Jun. 2008Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaResponsibilities included overseeing of production budgets and coordinating different departments (technical, sound, design, marketing, talent.). Scheduling and running rehearsals and live performances. Safety and security checks.