Bandlelihle Tikayo
Port Elizabeth,Eastern Cape
Summary
Dynamic professional skilled in continuous improvement initiatives and strategic decision-making, with a strong entrepreneurial mindset. Expertise in performance management, product design, and creative problem solving. Proficient in quality control standards and supply chain optimization, driving excellence in business administration. Committed to leveraging skills for significant contributions to organizational growth and innovation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Founder and Director
Bantek Engineering
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
2014.06 - Current
- Assisted team in reaching company objectives on schedule and within budget.
- Supported strategic decisions to aid company's growth and expansion.
- Helped ensure organisational compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
- Aided administration and optimisation of financial operations, payroll, and accounting processes.
- Contributed to profit maximisation through strategic pricing adjustments and cost management techniques.
- Facilitated industry relationships to create collaboration opportunities.
- Supported process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Participated in business development activities to increase client base.
- Assisted in enforcing compliance measures for adherence to industry standards.
Process manager
Rehau Polymer
Uitenhage, Eastern Cape
2007.10 - 2014.05
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives across organisation.
- Ensured adherence to procedural compliance for standards maintenance.
- Assisted in optimising workflow processes to boost efficiency.
- Facilitated change initiatives contributing to improved business processes and systems.
- Conducted training sessions to enhance team skillsets.
- Managed resources effectively to promote cost-efficient operations.
- Monitored key performance metrics for assessing operational success.
- Helped develop and implement corrective actions for identified issues.
- Oversaw daily operations to guarantee consistent quality output.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create a supportive work environment.
- Applied systematic problem-solving approaches to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Implemented training programmes aligned with business goals for staff development.
- Managed facility maintenance and allocated resources to meet operational standards.
- Contributed to the development of organisational policies for oversight and controls.
Paint Process Engineer
General Motors South Africa
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
2006.09 - 2007.09
- Solved production issues using root cause analysis techniques for quick resolution.
- Identified areas of improvement with regular audits and assessments.
- Worked on project management tasks, ensured timely completion within budget constraints.
- Reduced waste generation by implementing lean manufacturing principles.
- Streamlined production processes, achieved operational excellence.
- Enhanced product quality with rigorous testing procedures.
- Maintained meticulous records of all process information and data.
- Identified manufacturing issues quickly to minimise lost time and resources.
- Achieved quality and safety compliance through rigorous manufacturing monitoring.
Mechanical design drafting engineer
ROVD Engineering
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
2002.08 - 2006.08
- Ensured adherence to industry standards whilst creating technical drawings.
- Reviewed and updated technical specifications to ensure accuracy in product development.
- Designed bespoke mechanical components to meet unique client requirements.
- Conducted regular design reviews for quality assurance purposes.
- Utilised 3D modelling software to create intricate component designs.
- Facilitated cross-functional communication, resolving design-related issues promptly.
- Created section details, layout drawings and work schedules using AutoCAD and Inventor.
- Attended project meetings and client presentations to follow project progress.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
UNISA
South Africa 2007.01 - 2008.05
Certificate - Project Management
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
South Africa 2006.01 - 2006.06
National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
PE Technikon
South Africa 1999.01 - 2002.06
Skills
- Continuous improvement initiative
- Performance Management
- Strategic decision-making
- Product design
- Creative problem solving
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- Quality control standards understanding
- Supply chain optimization
- Executive presence
- Business administration
Languages
English
Advanced
Xhosa
Advanced
Timeline
Founder and Director
Bantek Engineering
2014.06 - Current
Process manager
Rehau Polymer
2007.10 - 2014.05
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
UNISA
2007.01 - 2008.05
Paint Process Engineer
General Motors South Africa
2006.09 - 2007.09
Certificate - Project Management
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
2006.01 - 2006.06
Mechanical design drafting engineer
ROVD Engineering
2002.08 - 2006.08
National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
PE Technikon
1999.01 - 2002.06