Experience

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  Smiths plastics

  Oct 2004 - Jun 2006

  Sbs & project facilitator

  - Introduce and enforce lean manufacturing concepts company wide. - Conducted training on lean manufacturing techniques throughout the company. - Initiate and perform feasibility studies on continuous improvement projects within the production, logistics, product and process department. - Plan, budget and coordinate improvement projects (i.e. process, production and product improvement) until completion. - Coordinating personnel on projects. - Liaise with suppliers on project requirements. - Investigate and implement cost reduction opportunities. - Manufacturing tooling for specified projects using engineering machines (i.e. Lathe, Milling machines). - Compile project progress reports and do presentation to company Executive Committee.- Introduce and utilize problem solving techniques company wide (i.e. Ishikawa, 5Why, Fault Tree Analysis, Quality Circle story). - Solve process/project related problems. - Conduct and coordinate problem-solving projects through G8D’s, QC story. - Solve product quality related problems.- Provide technical support to production. Show less

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  Nissan sa

  Jul 2006 - Dec 2008

  Process engineer

  - Compile and update Process Sheets in line with Global Nissan standards. - Issue process/operation sheet to production and train seniors/foremen on operation sequence.- Ensure production to correct level of specification.- Improvements on quality, engineering standards, facilities and tooling. - Do technical investigation on production process constraints. - Running process/manufacturing change introduction.- Compilation of reports on process improvements.- Conduct regular process/production audits. - Ensuring technical support to production.- Solve process related problems found from process audits. - Monitor and reduce DPU (Defect per Unit) on production units in the Body Shop. - Involved in new model/product launches. - Perform new product (body shop parts) engineering trials. - Liaise with Product Development department on status of engineering trials. - Compile progress reports for new product projects. Show less

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  Ric

  Jan 2009 - Jun 2011

  Mechanical & projects engineer

  - Project management of industrial and mechanical projects. - Project planning, coordination of contractors, coordination of project meetings, project control.- Plan, coordinate improvement projects (i.e. process, production improvement). - Provide mechanical technical support on project related problems. - Develop installation and start up documents (incl. schedules, drawings, specifications, operating guidelines) as per customer requirement. - Communication & feedback to project client. Show less

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  Ric manufacturing

  Mar 2010 - Sept 2013

  Factory manager

  - Overall management of factory operations (staff, production, process, packaging and projects) - Draw up and enforce company policies and working procedures/processes.- Production scheduling, inventory control and quality control. - Coordinate training on company policies and working procedures/processes to new employees.- Liaise with customers regarding quality issues.- Identify and coordinate improvement projects within manufacturing and packaging in the effort to eliminate waste and improve efficiency. - Plan project schedule, budget and resources required for project execution and completion.- Resolve customer complaints. - Liaise with customer on product development. - Conduct product development initiatives.- Research on effective and more productive ways of manufacturing and production Show less

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  Fanang diatla business enterprise & construction

  Oct 2013 - Aug 2015

  Project manager

  • Manages projects throughout project life cycles (initiation to commissioning) in line with PMBOK principles• Draw up project schedule/plans as per project and clients requirements• Do project scope planning and allocate resources• Ensure adherence and execution of project scope within the prescribed schedule• Oversee the project activities as per schedule to ensure deadlines are met• Control budget, costs and resources• Prepare project documents and tender documents• Prepare progress reports and coordinate project progress meetings with project stakeholders• Identify and resolve any project constraints• Identify, evaluate and select qualified contractors for project execution• Assessment & approval of work done by subcontractors• Ensure adherence to Occupational Health & Safety regulation• Coordinate and manages contractors and other human resources.• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and stakeholders as per project requirement. Show less

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  Battery electric (pty) ltd

  Sept 2015 - Feb 2020

  Production engineer

  • Develop operational strategies to achieve production and financial objectives.• Develop process improvements to effectively utilize equipment and materials to maximize production, this includes assembly methods and quality control standards.• Provide engineering support for production and maintenance activities to ensure maximum production. • Creating and implement production policies, procedures and document templates according to the ISO9001:2015 standard• Evaluate current production activities and make recommendations for improvements. • Stay current with product specifications, engineering technology and production processes. • Investigate complaints from customers, evaluate problems, analyze root cause and recommend solutions. • Assist in providing general information and resolving queries and other technical issues within the engineering department. • Ensure adherence to OHS policy and procedures• Implement best practices on engineering manufacturing processes, ERP system and ISO compliance• Liaise with Financial Manager relating to the inventory control, stock levels, procedures and costing• Coordinate engineering development projects and ensure they are executed timeously and within budget• To guide and liaise between Engineering, Stores and Manufacturing department regarding BOM changes, ECO`s and new research and development projects to communicate all information relevant including schematics drawings and any other documentation or information deemed necessary. Show less

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  Precision projects consultants

  Feb 2020 - now

  Managing director