Daddy Ephraim Tladi
Sebokeng
Summary
I am an experienced and accomplished Process Engineering Specialist with more than 10 years of expertise in the Engineering sector, Manufacturing, Hot end Environment and Process Improvement.
Areas of skill include Process Operations, Process Optimization, Process control, Quality control, Chemical engineering, Communication Skills, Environmental management, Hazardous Waste management, safety management, Plant Support , Plant monitoring , Project Management , Problem solving, and supervision. I have excelled with in the workplace and I perform at optimum level, I am physically fit and 100% flexibility to travel or relocate to grow.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hot End Process Specialist
PFG Building Glass (PG Group)
12.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions.
- Created Process Setting for different products
- Oversaw the installation and commissioning of furnace equipment and systems.
- Conducted tests and inspections to verify proper functioning and adherence to design specifications.
- Troubleshooting and resolving any issues encountered during installation or commissioning.
- Gathered production/process data and subject this to analysis in order to establish conformance to operating and process standards.
- Performed physical tests to verify process data on a routine basis and in the event of non-conformance.
- Interpreted, analysed, and tested outcomes, and made appropriate recommendations for corrective action to maintain the integrity of process.
- Monitored the implementation of recommendations and provide ongoing support until problems are resolved.
- Assessed the causes of process problems and determine methods to avoid recurrence of such problems.
- Monitored furnace performance, temperature, pressure, and other parameters.
- Monitored and reported on process performance to verify compliance with established standards.
- Developed daily, weekly, and monthly production plans to optimize resource utilization and meet targets.
- Completed daily reports on Glass movements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Conducted audits for primary and secondary processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Managed labor relations, ensuring compliance with IR procedures and fostering a culture of informal dispute resolution.
- Planned and executed employee training and development initiatives, ensuring competency in operational tasks and equipment usage.
- Supervised daily furnace production targets, ensuring maximum throughput and adherence to quality standards.
- Provided technical direction for process development and technology strategies, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensured full compliance with safety, health, environmental, and quality procedures, minimizing risks to personnel and operations.
Engineering Specialist
ArcelorMittal South Africa
06.2014 - 11.2023
- Assisted Management to implement and maintain effective Fatality Prevention Standards
- Ensured plant efficiency and stable plant performance
- Investigation and solving of plant incidents
- Optimization and continuous improvement of the raw materials preparation process and operation
- Controlling of total cost of process and consumables
- Maintaining of plant SHE system to comply with Mittal standards
- Development and implementation of plant specific practices to improve overall plant performance
- RCA on process and plant deviations
- Manage capital projects
- Development and implementation of maintenance repair strategies
- Assessed budgetary requirements, compile oven repair budget and provide input into yearly plant budget
- Managed data collection of operational parameters, analyze data, and track various action sheets with Experts to improve operational variables
- Managed availability and optimize oven/furnace availability
- Developed and controlled the execution of maintenance activities
- Ensured the repair of installations with minimum impact on production
- Identify and motivate implementation of extraordinary maintenance expenditure
- Champion disciplined implementation of SHERQ processes and systems
- Trouble-shooting of process and equipment bottlenecks
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Business Management
North-West University
Potchefstroom, South Africa01.2022
Advanced Diploma - Business Management
Southern Business School (Stadio)
Krugersdorp, South Africa01.2020
National Diploma - Chemical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa06.2014
Skills
- Orientated towards meeting customer requirements and quality driven
- Analytical, problem solving and coordination skills
- Integrative and collaborative approach
- Long-term orientated and strategic thinker and execution skills
- Ability to compile and manage a budget
- Ability to develop and maintain excellent business relationships
- Good people management and project management skills
- Conflict management and coaching skills
- MS Office
- Planning, Leading, Organizing and Controlling Skills Presentation and Communication skills
Certification
Black Belt Lean Six Sigma
Ammonia Refrigeration
References
Name: Mr B Tsiminyane
Position: Coke Making Manager
Company: ArcelorMittal SA LTD
Contact Details: 072 079 2626
Name: Mr R Makoloane
Position: Senior Engineer
Company: ArcelorMittal SA LTD
Contact Details: 071 748 4077
Name: Mr T Nkosi
Position: Gas and Coal Plant Manager
Company: ArcelorMittal SA LTD
Contact Details: 083 450 9462
Name: Mr Lehloonolo Mokoena
Position: Tar and Gas Plant Engineer
Company: ArcelorMittal SA LTD
Contact Details: 072 493 1972
Timeline
Hot End Process Specialist
PFG Building Glass (PG Group)
12.2023 - Current
Engineering Specialist
ArcelorMittal South Africa
06.2014 - 11.2023
Post Graduate Diploma - Business Management
North-West University
Advanced Diploma - Business Management
Southern Business School (Stadio)
National Diploma - Chemical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
Black Belt Lean Six Sigma
Ammonia Refrigeration
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