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AOBAKWE MASHIKE

Industrial Engineer
House 220 Block X, Mabopane

Summary

I am a very creative, innovative, and ambitious engineer, with a Degree and National Diploma in Industrial Engineering. Dedicated to bringing change to my community and society through education & thoroughly enjoy engaging with individuals from diverse backgrounds and exploring new experiences that challenge my usual boundaries. I am results driven, dedicated & optimistic and always looking for ways to generate creative solutions to problems; which I believe will not only enhance my growth as an engineer, but also presents valuable benefits to your organization.

Being part of your organization aligns with my focus on personal and professional growth, it will provide me with the opportunity to develop my career and expand my understanding of Industrial Engineering. This experience will prepare me to take on leadership roles within the industry and contribute to our society.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Junior Process Engineer

Bidvest Bank
01.2023 - Current
  • Ensure business processes are documented. Improve work processes, productivity and eliminate waste by offering innovative ideas and solutions.
  • Apply process improvement and reengineering methodologies and principles using best practices.
  • Seek opportunities to improve business processes; models and systems by identifying and recommending effective way to operate and adding value to the organization.
  • Define and map processes required and establish appropriate process solutions.
  • Ensure successful implementation of processes by evaluating benefit realization.
  • Facilitated continuous improvement efforts by conducting regular benchmarking studies against industry standards.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for successful process optimization projects.
  • Developed new process flows for increased productivity and reduced waste.
  • Identified appropriate methodology to shorten cycle time and achieve target margins.

Project Engineer Graduate

Plastic Omnium
02.2022 - 12.2022
  • Identified areas for process improvement within engineering workflows, leading to more efficient operations and increased productivity.
  • Actively involved in the design and implementation of new equipment through application of engineering standards and quality control measures.
  • Analyze equipment failures and identify route cause analysis process in order to improve plant equipment efficiency.
  • Optimized resource allocation for multiple concurrent projects to ensure timely completion without sacrificing quality or exceeding budgets.
  • Seek opportunities to improve organizational processes, models and systems by identifying and recommending effective ways to operate.
  • Involved in providing customers with information about items, ring up purchases and keep track of inventory through customs declarations.
  • Conducted regular project reviews to monitor progress against objectives, adjusting plans as necessary to address emerging challenges and maintain target completion dates.
  • Ensured quality control for all aspects of the project, reducing defects and rework.
  • Recommended process improvements to reduce unnecessary waste.
  • Developed and implemented procedures to verify compliance with engineering standards.
  • ⁠Built inventory management systems for industrial facilities and reviewed existing systems to identify potential for optimization.

Industrial Engineer Intern

Weir Minerals
09.2021 - 09.2021
  • Conduct time studies for CNC machine operations and computing standard times thereafter.
  • Improve plant layouts for fluent and better efficiency.
  • Performing daily quality checks on finished components.
  • Conducted regular audits on process controls, ensuring compliance with established industry standards such as ISO 9001.
  • Contributed to sustainability efforts by identifying opportunities for energy conservation and waste reduction in manufacturing operations.
  • Supported plant safety initiatives through hazard identification, risk assessment, and implementation of mitigation measures.
  • Reduced downtime and increased production capacity with strong maintenance plans.

Continuous Improvement Intern

Transnet Engineering
02.2019 - 01.2020
  • Developing standard operating procedures and conducting time studies to optimize production schedules and minimize downtime between tasks effectively.
  • Evaluated existing processes using value stream mapping, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency gains.
  • Improved process efficiency by identifying bottlenecks and implementing Lean Six Sigma techniques.
  • Participated in Kaizen events, driving continuous improvement throughout the organization.
  • Conducted root cause analyses to identify areas for improvement and implemented corrective actions, reducing errors and waste.
  • Led root cause analyses to identify and address problems in industrial production.
  • Implemented 5S methodology within workspaces to boost productivity and improve workplace safety standards.
  • Presented findings from continuous improvement projects at departmental meetings fostering greater awareness among staff members regarding ongoing improvements.
  • Assisted in the development of training materials for continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in increased employee engagement.
  • Conducted time studies to optimize production schedules and minimize downtime between tasks effectively.
  • Supported plant safety initiatives through hazard identification, risk assessment, and implementation of mitigation measures.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BengTech) Industrial Engineering -

Tshwane University of Technology
01.2020 - 04.2021

National Diploma in Industrial Engineering -

Tshwane University of Technology
01.2016 - 04.2019

High School Diploma -

Amandasig Secondary School
04.2001 -

Skills

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Solidworks ( Autocad)

Microsoft office, Ms Word, Ms Excel, Ms Powerpoint, Ms Outlook

Visio

Matlab

Simio

Conceptual thinking skills

Project management skills

Time studies

Technical drawings, reading and interpretation

Interpersonal skills

SharePoint

Power Automate

Power Apps

Process flow analysis

Adaptability

References

  • Mr Tebello Radebe, IT Business Partner, BIDVEST BANK, tebello.radebe@bidvestbank.co.za, 073 903 4973
  • Mr. Sabelo Mathebula, Projects Engineer, PLASTIC OMNIUM, sabelo.mathebula@plasticomnium.com, 083 781 3562
  • Mr Neo Manaka, Industrial Engineer, WEIR MINERALS, neo.manaka@weir.com, 076 336 5093
  • Ms. Livhuwani Tshifura, Continuous Improvement Specialist, TRANSNET ENGINEERING, livhuwani.tshifura@transnet.net, 063 546 4233


Timeline

Junior Process Engineer

Bidvest Bank
01.2023 - Current

Project Engineer Graduate

Plastic Omnium
02.2022 - 12.2022

Industrial Engineer Intern

Weir Minerals
09.2021 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BengTech) Industrial Engineering -

Tshwane University of Technology
01.2020 - 04.2021

Continuous Improvement Intern

Transnet Engineering
02.2019 - 01.2020

National Diploma in Industrial Engineering -

Tshwane University of Technology
01.2016 - 04.2019

High School Diploma -

Amandasig Secondary School
04.2001 -

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