Raymond Green

Experience

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  Vimi Engineering

  Jan 1995 - Jan 1996

  Industrial Engineering Technician
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  August Lapple S.A

  Jan 1996 - Jan 1998

  Production Superintendent
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  Fine Blanking (Pty) Ltd

  Jan 1998 - Jan 2003

  Works Manager/Production Manager
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  African Capacitors

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2004

  Plant & Project Manager(contract)
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  PLASTIC OMNIUM URBAN SYSTEMS

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2008

  Operations Manager (+ Acting General Manager)
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  Venture-SA

  Aug 2008 - Apr 2011

  Plant Manager

  I was primarily responsible for managing production, maintenance, logistics and quality assurance through the leadership of a team of 12 direct reports and 420 indirect reports. Together, we supplied 35,000 Toyota components per day, plus smaller quantities for other manufacturers.Key achievements in this position include:- Implementing Kanban and Just in Time methodologies and effectively controlling inbound and outbound logistics to enable components to be available on the production line in two hours as opposed to eight- Turning around a loss-making business with an annual turnover of US$ 20million, breaking even within six months and delivering a 12% net profit on EBITDA within the next financial year on the same turnover Show less

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  Vacuform SA (Motherson subsidiary)

  Mar 2012 - Feb 2013

  Operations Manager (contract)

  During this time, I managed production, maintenance and logistics and ensured compliance with HSE regulations, policies and best practices. I was responsible for a team of 6 direct reports and 80 indirect reports, including maintaining positive staff relations. Key achievements in this position include:- Successfully retaining major contracts(BMW-SA & Ford-) on the brink of failure by reengineering the blow moulding factory within just 6 months, including moving machines, improving processes and introducing a one-piece flow- Improving the profitability of the factory by at least 30% by implementing a closed loop system for waste recovery- Doubling factory throughput with no additional equipment, in order to meet increased demand from customers - Securing new contracts with Mercedes Benz and Nissan Show less

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  Mpact Plastic Containers (Pty) Ltd

  Feb 2013 - Jan 2017

  Projects, Maintenance & Operations Manager

  This role has a broad scope, with responsibility for production management, maintenance management, logistics management and quality assurance management. I also manage occupational health, safety and environment initiatives to ensure regulatory compliance. I lead a team of 12 direct reports and a further 30 indirect reports, including managing all aspects of HR such as setting objectives, writing job descriptions, providing training and mentoring, resolving disciplinary and grievance issues and managing industrial relations. My annual maintenance budget is US$ 400,000, and a total investment budget of US$ 20million over 4 years. My engineering background is vital when overseeing the installation and commissioning of new machinery, auxiliary equipment, robotics and automation. I constantly identified areas for increased efficiency and cost reduction by measuring, tracking and analysing direct consumptions. I also generate regular reports and statistics. Key achievements in this position include:- Leading a project to install new injection moulding machines, managing the entire process from feasibility study to commissioning, as well as launching new products and moulds - Delivering multiple improvement projects, including upgrading the electric supply, overhauling the cooling system, installing a plastic recycling system and overseeing construction and expansion works- Halving the cycle time from 120 seconds to just 60 seconds by installing new machinery and streamlining the process from two machines to one- Reducing material use by 30% by conceptualising, designing and developing new products- Reducing electricity consumption by 120% by replacing old technology with new equipment - Increasing machine efficiency from 45% to 75% Show less