Neil Koekemoer

Experience

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  Northam Platinum

  Jun 2013 - Jul 2013

  Vacation Clerk
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  P & C mining services

  Nov 2014 - Feb 2018

  Mechanical Design Engineer

  I was hired as design engineer to oversee and be actively involved in all design and manufacturing projects. For these projects I am involved in the following:Concept generationDesignDetail drawingsCosting and planningProcurementManufacturingCommissioningSupportKey projects completed thus far:Mobile solar lighting plantEngine build roll over standEscape chute systems modifications and reverse engineering on platformsWorking at heights training centreChutes and feeder bin designsAutomated Hydraulic press bench Show less

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  At Source Handmade Foods (Pty) Ltd

  Mar 2018 - Mar 2022

  Production Manager

  At Source Handmade Foods is responsible for the packaging and processing of premium dried fruit and healthy snack foods for export and private label retailers both locally and internationally. I am responsible for the production planning and scheduling of day-to-day operations and communications with internal and external teams regarding raw material, packaging, and delivery. Projects include the development of systems to measure and improve productivity, improving workflow and internal processes, management of staff as well as assisting with general maintenance and engineering activities within the factory facility. Staff management responsibilities include absence and leave management, disciplinary hearings, new appointments, handling grievances and motivating staff. Show less

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  Axxello Projects (Pty) Ltd

  Apr 2022 - Apr 2024

  Project Manager

  Axxello projects specialises in process engineering and project management in the FMCG industry. I managed various projects on various sites for major international breweries. My main responsibility was to use formal project management principles to ensure that projects are managed, and solutions are delivered to meet client expectations.

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  Winfactory

  Apr 2024 - now

  Owner at Winfactory

  Winfactory is a consulting firm that assists factories to optimize their processes to increase efficiency. Winfactory makes use of Lean six sigma techniques combined with industry experience to allow factories to improve their quality, planning and profitability. Winfactory also assists industries to reduce waste so that leaner operations can be maintained.https://www.winfactory.co.za/