Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Golf,Squash,Bowls
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ETIENNE STEENKAMP

AUTOMOTIVE MACHINIST
Empangeni

Summary

Adept Automotive Machinist with a proven track record at Empangeni Engineering, enhancing engine performance and streamlining operations for improved efficiency. Skilled in machine operation and fostering customer satisfaction, I excel in precision machining and relationship building, significantly boosting productivity and client approval. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Machinist

Empangeni Engineering
01.1992 - Current
  • Streamlined workflow for automotive machine shop operations, optimizing efficiency and reducing turnaround time.
  • Promptly addressed any customer concerns or complaints regarding service quality or pricing.
  • Enhanced engine performance by conducting precise diagnostics and implementing necessary repairs.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate aftermarket performance upgrades, resulting in improved vehicle functionality and satisfaction.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing thorough explanation of repair processes and costs.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure safety and maximize productivity.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of parts at competitive prices.
  • Rebuilt engines with meticulous attention to detail, consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations.
  • Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
  • Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
  • Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
  • Repaired and maintained machine tools, fixtures and other production equipment.
  • Calibrated and aligned machine components for proper functioning.
  • Took over Family business

Education

Automotive Engineering, South Africa

MOTOR INDUSTRY TRAINING BOARD
12.1996

High School Diploma -

Empangeni High School
Empangeni
04.2001 -

Skills

Machine Operation

Cylinder Head Repair

Engine Block Machining

Assembly and production

Machine setup

Equipment Operation

Equipment Repair

Machine Assembly

Golf,Squash,Bowls

I won Club Champs twice in Golf and played for Zululand.

I  played first league squash since 1990 retired due to an injury in 2018



Timeline

High School Diploma -

Empangeni High School
04.2001 -

Automotive Machinist

Empangeni Engineering
01.1992 - Current

Automotive Engineering, South Africa

MOTOR INDUSTRY TRAINING BOARD
ETIENNE STEENKAMPAUTOMOTIVE MACHINIST