Christopher Ndlovu

• Duties: Construction Carpenter
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and construction plans to determine the scope of work and required materials
• Measure, cut, and shape wood or other materials accurately, using hand and power tools, to build or repair structures such as walls, floors
• Install structures, including framing, sheet bords, partitions, ensuring proper alignment, fit, and adherence to building codes and safety regulations
• Inspect structures to identify and correct any defects or deficiencies, ensuring compliance with quality standards and specifications
• Maintain and care for tools, equipment, and materials, ensuring their proper functionality and organization

Duties: Concrete slabs

• Set up forms to create walls, pillars, or structures
• Mix concrete to the correct proportions
• Transport concrete to the work site
• Pour concrete into molds or onto surfaces
• Use tools like trowels, floats, and screeds to spread and smooth concrete
• Apply hardening and sealing compounds to cure concrete surfaces
• Monitor the effects of weather and environmental conditions on the curing process
• Patch voids and defects in new concrete
• Ensure compliance with design specifications
• Monitor the material to ensure it hardens into a durable finish
• Perform maintenance on concrete structures, including patching and resurfacing tasks
• Embed designs into the concrete before it hardens

Duties: steel fixer

• Good physical stamina, movement, and coordination are crucial for handling tools and materials, especially heavy rebar
• Accuracy and precision are essential in ensuring that the steel reinforcement is properly positioned and secured
• A thorough understanding of construction safety regulations and best practices is essential for maintaining a safe work environment
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with others
• Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.

• Duties:
• Plan, organize, and schedule production activities to meet deadlines and production targets, ensuring efficient workflow
• Monitor production processes to ensure quality standards are met, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions
• Ensure the proper use of materials and equipment, monitor inventory levels, and coordinate with other departments for timely material availability
• Track and analyze production performance, identify areas for improvement, and prepare reports on progress and performance
• Supervise and lead the production team, providing guidance and support to employees
• Coach, train, and mentor employees on safety procedures, production processes, and quality standards
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and address any performance issues
• Communicate effectively with employees, management, and other departments to ensure smooth operations and address any issues promptly
• Managed team of 50 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.

• Duties:
• Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
• Ensured product quality by closely monitoring production processes, conducting regular inspections, and addressing any issues promptly.
• Coordinated with quality control teams to implement corrective actions in response to internal audits or customer complaints, ensuring continuous improvement of products and processes.
• Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and training to employees on best practices in manufacturing operations.
• Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work environment, recognizing exceptional performance, and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams such as engineering, quality assurance, and logistics to troubleshoot problems and implement effective solutions for process improvements.
• Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
• Participated in strategic planning sessions with senior management to identify growth opportunities and align production capabilities with company objectives.
• Improved production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing processes and reducing waste in the workplace.
• Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
• Managed inventory levels efficiently to ensure availability of raw materials for uninterrupted production runs while avoiding excess stockpiles.
• Reduced equipment downtime through proactive maintenance planning, scheduling routine checkups, and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
• Optimized resource allocation by effectively managing staff schedules, shift rotations, and overtime assignments.
• Streamlined production workflows for increased throughput and reduced lead times with a focus on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
• Increased customer satisfaction and grew business by maintaining close relationships with customers.