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Bonginkosi Letsoalo

Process Coach
Pretoria North

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Process Coach

Ford Motor Company of SA
8 2019 - Current
  • Ensure production targets are met as outlined in SQDCPME Policy Deployment
  • Maintain the VOW flow post Slat till CAL
  • Track and drive Aging units to avoid aging units
  • Maintain discipline & standardized process in work area by ensuring process coaches are adhering to the standards
  • Establish Controls to ensure avoiding Poor repairs
  • Understand, Implement & Manage Ford’s Production System (FPS)
  • Manage absenteeism levels, employee versatility & manning assignments in area of responsibility
  • Manage and maintain your area score card by meeting your Quality targets (FTT) and sustainability
  • Participate in PIC Room, FCPA & JDI requirements
  • Understand all EOL issues and plan accordingly on fixes and PCA
  • Support & Filter data for Electrical, Mechanical & Heavy Repair Paynter Reviews
  • Enforce Company Safety Regulations, Departmental Housekeeping, & Environmental Standards maintaining a healthy & safe work environment.
  • Facilitated Kaizen events to drive continuous improvement within the organization.
  • Standardized work instructions for greater consistency across all shifts and departments.
  • Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and optimize resources.
  • Trained operators on new process methodologies, ensuring consistent adherence to best practices.
  • Developed process improvement initiatives for increased productivity and cost reduction.
  • Improved manufacturing processes by analyzing workflow, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing corrective actions.
  • Enhanced production efficiency through streamlining procedures and reducing equipment downtime.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals and deliver results on time.
  • Conducted root cause analysis for production issues, developing solutions to prevent recurrence.
  • Optimized production scheduling by analyzing capacity constraints and aligning resources accordingly.
  • Collaborated with engineering and quality teams for process improvements, increasing product quality and reliability.
  • Established and maintained quality control standards.
  • Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
  • Mentored junior team members in process coaching techniques for better workforce performance.

KD Launch Engineer

Ford Motor Company of SA
08.2017 - 10.2019
  • Provide direction and leadership and prioritize the day-to-day activities of the plant launch team
  • Develop the plant launch timing plan
  • Manage the new product launch consistent with the Launch Quality Operating System (LQOS)
  • Ensure the target objectives for quality, timing and cost are achieved
  • Coordinate the development of the plant wants and lessons learned
  • Develop a pre-production build plan with the launch team that supports the integrated MP1 build requirements
  • Serve as the main interface between the launch team and the zone supervisors
  • Validate Allocation Planning Tool (APT) work element allocations and validate workstation capability
  • Support the 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift/crew build and training requirements
  • Develop a comprehensive plan with the LPWR Technician to train and certify all direct and indirect employees on their job elements
  • Maintain training and versatility charts for all employees within the Dis-Assembly & Re-Assembly Area.

KD Production Coordinator

Ford Motor Company of SA
01.2016 - 07.2017
  • Review final area product changes from current product for carryover, modified or new
  • Identify and plan for required tooling changes with facility engineer and ensure availability for pre-production builds
  • Resolve Final area sequencing and line allocation issues with Staff IE, Production Coordinators and Product Specialists
  • Feed concerns back to launch team for tracking and resolution
  • Assist production personnel during pre-production builds to ensure that units are built to correct
  • Serve as resource to Product Specialist and resolve identified build issues
  • Assess facilities, tooling & manufacturing systems related to the program/change
  • Participate in final facility handover process to production department and line builder disengagement
  • Attend VOCF Binning issues meeting and update the War room weekly quality boards with fresh data
  • Provide early warning information to the manufacturing team regarding the pending changes (Launch meetings)
  • Take proper measures to ensure Manufacturing Engineering is aligned on changes that are classed as coordinated between shops
  • Interface between Core VOME engineer to release data for changes
  • Ensuring that appropriate training is given if required to Plant personnel on changes (Production)
  • Ensuring that any required changes to GSPAS are made (Process sheets) and illustrations, OIS & WES' are update for any change required using VPS
  • Support the AIMS, Built Issues Management (documenting & presenting) or equivalent process and attend AIMS reviews
  • Run a trial to assess the functional status of the change (if necessary)
  • High Hurts coordination and documenting
  • Achieve Manufacturing Readiness and WSR
  • Coordinate tooling and facility changes and equipment installations with the Tooling & Facilities engineer
  • Develop and implement the Final Trim Area control plans
  • Develop preliminary QPS and job instruction sheets for training.

Production Supervisor

Consol Glass
01.2010 - 12.2015
  • Supervise operators and make sure they adhere to their job description
  • Maintain Quality Operation system requirements
  • Ensure production targets are met regarding schedule achievement and quality
  • Responsible for HCCAP and GMP inspection
  • Ensure that Standardized Inspections, bottle gauges and bottle defects adhered to
  • Ensure that Man Assignments are implemented when required
  • Adhere to all forming safety working procedures
  • Assess machine timing values and set the timing of machine
  • Adjust deflectors, Troughs & Mechanism speed
  • Change Orifice, Cams, Shears & Loading Funnels
  • Adjust Weight and Gob shape
  • Adjust Forming air and Machine Cooling wind.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
  • Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
  • Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
  • Created an inclusive work culture that encouraged collaboration and open communication among staff members at all levels within the organization.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of production data, enabling informed decision-making for process improvements.
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
  • Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
  • Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by implementing preventive maintenance programs and timely repairs.

IS Operator

Consol Glass
07.2009 - 01.2010
  • Maximize quality & efficiency
  • Adhere to all forming safe working procedure
  • Alter machine timing values and set the timing of machine
  • Adjust deflectors, Troughs & Mechanism speed
  • Fix bottle defects.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
  • Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
  • Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.

Assembler

Ford Motor Company
Pretoria
01.2005 - 07.2009

Education

MCOM - Operations Management

UNISA
Pretoria, South Africa
04.2001 -

Baccalaureus Degree - Operations Management

UNISA
Pretoria, South Africa
04.2001 -

N Diploma (N5 Certificate) - Electrical Engineering

TSHWANE SOUTH COLLEGE
Pretoria, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

◦Technical

◦ Customer Focus

◦ Analytical

◦ Negotiations

◦ Problem Solver

Tertiaryqualifications

True, Operations Management, Operations Management Techniques, Organizational Effectiveness, Manufacturing Technology, Business Management, Statistics, Practice Workplace English, Workplace Dynamics, Management 1a & 1b, End User Computing, Ethical information and Communication Technologies for Development Solution, True, UNISA, Financial Management IV, Operations Management III, Research Methodology, Marketing Management III, Operations Management Techniques IV, UNISA, Research Project in Business Management, Strategic Management, Tshwane South College, Electrical Trade Theory, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Electro technology, Engineering Science, Industrial Electronics, Power Machines, Electron Techniques

Shortcoursesattended

  • Personal Computing (Rosebank College)
  • Advance in Windows and Microsoft (Word, Excel, Power Point, & Outlook)

Workbasedtrainingcertificates

  • Consol Supervisory Programme
  • Self-aware
  • Interpersonal Effectiveness
  • Relationship Building
  • Communication
  • People Development
  • Holding people accountable
  • Impact and influence
  • Team Leadership
  • Business Objectives
  • Change Leadership
  • Results driven
  • Glass Forming Certificates levels 1, 2, & 3
  • Six SIGMA Green Belt Training (Current)

Idno

8601095410087

Driverlicense

C1

Residential

80 Vaalboskat Street, Hesteapark, Pretoria North, 1802

Educationrecord

Mountain view S S School, 2003, Sepedi, HG, English, HG, Afrikaans, HG, Mathematics, SG, Physical Science, SG, Biology, SG, Agricultural Science, SG

Personal Information

  • Nationality: South African
  • Marital Status: Single

References

  • Mr. Chris Ncana, Production Manager, 076 150 0188, cncana@ford.com
  • MR Mbulaheni Lidiavhathu, Production Manager, 076 452 7788, mlidiavh@ford.com
  • Miss Dorah Mmekwa, MTC Manager, 076 743 4130, dmmekwa@ford.com
  • Rufus E M Matlou, Technical Trainer (Consol Glass), 0730772 7736 / 076 556 0110

Languages

English, Isizulu

Timeline

KD Launch Engineer

Ford Motor Company of SA
08.2017 - 10.2019

KD Production Coordinator

Ford Motor Company of SA
01.2016 - 07.2017

Production Supervisor

Consol Glass
01.2010 - 12.2015

IS Operator

Consol Glass
07.2009 - 01.2010

Assembler

Ford Motor Company
01.2005 - 07.2009

MCOM - Operations Management

UNISA
04.2001 -

Baccalaureus Degree - Operations Management

UNISA
04.2001 -

N Diploma (N5 Certificate) - Electrical Engineering

TSHWANE SOUTH COLLEGE
04.2001 -

Process Coach

Ford Motor Company of SA
8 2019 - Current

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