Solidworks
ASHLEY THERON
3D CAD DRAUGHTSMAN/CNC PROGRAMMER/PROJECT MANAGER/FACTORY MANAGER
GERMISTON
Summary
Driven and passionate 3D CAD draughtsman with extensive hands-on experience in shopfitting, furniture manufacturing, and the steel industry, specializing in laser cutting and CNC bending. Proven track record in managing a signage company, leveraging digital printing and fabrication to serve major retailers in South Africa. Expertise in creating precise technical drawings and plans using advanced CAD software, ensuring alignment with project specifications and deadlines. Recognized for strong teamwork, adaptability to evolving project requirements, and a results-oriented approach that motivates teams to achieve challenging objectives in dynamic environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
6
6
Certificates
2
2
Languages
Work History
TECHNICAL DRAFTSMAN-CNC PROGRAMMER-MANAGER
LINEAR BUILDING PROJECTS
01.2023 - Current
- - Create 3d Solidworks CAD Models
- - Setting out of the shopfitting projects
- - Creating photo-realistic renders
- - Creating Cutting Lists and bills of materials
- -Creating quotations and estimates
- -Managing client expectations
- -Site Inspections
- - Create CNC Programs For a 3-axis milling-drilling Machine
- - Manage Signage department
- -Creating and editing digital artwork
- -Programming and setting Flatbed UV printers
- -Programming a laser cutting machine
- -Programming a vinyl cutting machine
- -Purchasing and maintaining material stock and quality
TECHNICAL DRAFTSMAN-CNC PROGRAMMER
ISIZWE SHOPFITTERS
01.2020 - 01.2022
- - Create 3d Models
- - Setting out of the project
- - 3D CAD drafting of Machine Shop Layouts
- - Create Cutting Lists
- - Sourcing Of Raw Materials
- - Create CNC Programs For 2xoff 3-Axis milling-drilling Machine
- - Oversee Assembly and Installation.
SENIOR DRAUGHTSMAN/PROJECT MANAGER
Pan African Shopfitters
- 01.2019
- - Site surveys
- - Setting out of the project
- - 3D CAD drafting of Machine Shop Layouts
- - Create Cutting Lists
- - Sourcing Of Raw Materials
- - Create CNC Programs For 3-Axis milling-drilling Machine
- - Oversee Assembly and Installation.
BUSINESS OWNER
BEE Shopfitters
01.2009 - 01.2013
- - Client Debriefing
- - Costings
- - Site surveys
- - Setting out of the project
- - Transportation
- - Sourcing Of Raw Materials
- - Manage Staff
- - Oversee Assembly and Installation.
- - Invoicing
5-AXIS CNC PROGRAMMER/PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Roodefurn
01.2006 - 01.2008
- - Create and Edit CNC Programs For 5-Axis Milling Machine.
- - Optimise Usage Of All Machinery.
- - Reporting Of Material Usage to Head Office.
3-AXIS CNC PROGRAMMER/PROJECT MANAGER
Falcon Shopfitters
01.2001 - 01.2006
- - Site surveys
- - Setting out of the project
- - 2D CAD drafting of Machine Shop Layouts
- - Create CNC Programs for 3-Axis milling-drilling Machine
- - Oversee Assembly and Installation.
Education
CNC Programming, 2D Drawings AutoCad
Furntech Furniture Technologies
3d Drawings Autocad
Modena Design Center
Solidworks digital prototyping
MECAD Systems
CAD+T
CAD+T (Germany)
Skills
CAD software proficiency
Architectural drafting
AutoCAD proficiency
Design development
Interior design
Space planning
Decision-making strength
Verbal/written communication
Construction documentation
Material estimation
Project management
Codes compliance
Construction techniques
Detail-oriented
Drafting standards
Engineering design
Technical acumen
Deadline oriented
Mechanical drafting
Dimensioning techniques
CAD documentation
SketchUp expertise
Design coordination
Fire protection systems
Design background
Technical drawing
AutoCAD certification
MS office
AutoCAD
CAD drafting
Site visits
Self motivation
Problem-solving
Drawing preparation
Reliability
2D plans
3D modeling
Solidworks
Hand sketches
Elevation drawings
Architectural designs
Design thinking
Professionalism
Equipment maintenance
Deadline adherence
Accomplishments
- Maximized department performance through strong decision making, problem-solving and project management skills.
- Eliminated 60% of job hours by technical design optimization.
- Achieved 2% error rate by introducing Solidwork for digital prototyping.
- Supervised team of 200 staff members.
Software
Autocad
Cadt
Inventor
TopSolid
Lumion
Onshape
Masterwood
Cabinet Vision
Alphacam
Woodwop
HOPS
RDworks
CorelDRAW
CorelPhot-Paint
FlexiStarter
FlexiPrint
PTC Creo
Certification
Autocad
Timeline
TECHNICAL DRAFTSMAN-CNC PROGRAMMER-MANAGER
LINEAR BUILDING PROJECTS
01.2023 - Current
Topsolid
02-2021
Lumion
05-2020
TECHNICAL DRAFTSMAN-CNC PROGRAMMER
ISIZWE SHOPFITTERS
01.2020 - 01.2022
Cad+t
05-2019
Solidworks
04-2017
Inventor
02-2017
BUSINESS OWNER
BEE Shopfitters
01.2009 - 01.2013
5-AXIS CNC PROGRAMMER/PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Roodefurn
01.2006 - 01.2008
Autocad
02-2001
3-AXIS CNC PROGRAMMER/PROJECT MANAGER
Falcon Shopfitters
01.2001 - 01.2006
SENIOR DRAUGHTSMAN/PROJECT MANAGER
Pan African Shopfitters
- 01.2019
3d Drawings Autocad
Modena Design Center
Solidworks digital prototyping
MECAD Systems
CAD+T
CAD+T (Germany)
CNC Programming, 2D Drawings AutoCad
Furntech Furniture Technologies
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
afrikaans
Advanced (C1)
GET IN TOUCH!
- I am a passionate senior 3D technical draftsman with extensive experience in project management and CNC programming. I can oversee an entire shopfitting project from concept to handover.
- CELL: 062-316 5226
- EMAIL: ashley@heront.co.za
- EMAIL:ashleyashtheron@gmail.com