Francois Page
Mr
Cape Town
Summary
Proactive Manufacturing Manager with 30 years of Change Management ,Lean Manufacturing , Fast Fashion experience. Dedicated to leading by example and ensuring quality products through detail-oriented inspections. Effective at introducing modern computer and organizational systems for efficient production methods.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certificates
Work History
Manufacturing Manager
IMAGEMAKERS
Cape Town
10.2020 - Current
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Tracked new material shipments and coordinated flow of materials at different stages of manufacturing to align with procurement expectations.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Achieved aggressive production and quality requirements for [Product or service].
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Operations Manager
TFGroup
Cape Town, Western Cape
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and Implementation of CNC Automated Equipment
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
Operations & Manufacturing Manager
Radeen Fashions
Cape Town, Western Cape
05.2014 - 04.2018
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Initiated relationship with Major Retailer as key account Manager.
- Implemented escalation procedures to effectively handle time-sensitive issues.
- Collaborated with Senior leaders to Design & develope new Production friendly prototypes.
- Worked in tandem with peers to better understand business process and initiate improvements, helping company achieve goals.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
Lean Deployment Manager
Peter Blond Clothing Manufacturers
Cape Town, Western Cape
09.2010 - 05.2014
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to internal customers.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Manufacturing Executive
Prestige Clothing
Cape Town, Western Cape
2005.08 - 2010.10
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environment.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Analyzed production data and prepared reports for senior management.
- Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
- Researched latest industry trends and technologies, boosting knowledge and understanding of industrial production.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Implemented quality control system to review products against technical specifications and corporate standards.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
Manager
Pastel Clothing
Cape Town, Western Cape
06.1993 - 08.2005
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
Education
NQF6 - Business Administration And Management
University Of Stellenbosch Business School
Cape Town 06.2019 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
Kensignton High
Cape Town 12.1986 - 11.1990
National Technical Certificate Civil Eng Level 6 -
Cape Draft Training Centre
Cape Town 02.1991 - 12.1992
Skills
Lean Deployment & Fashion Fashion Strategy Implementation
Accomplishments
- Implementation CNC Machines & Training of Staff to shorten throughput time ,achieve Maximum Production targets with Limited downtime & low reject rates.
- Mentor & Coach Senior Managers in understanding the concept of Change Management & its impact on their teams
Certification
Marker Maker 1996-1997
Timeline
Manufacturing Manager
IMAGEMAKERS
10.2020 - Current
NQF6 - Business Administration And Management
University Of Stellenbosch Business School
06.2019 - 10.2019
Operations Manager
TFGroup
08.2018 - 09.2020
Operations & Manufacturing Manager
Radeen Fashions
05.2014 - 04.2018
Lean Deployment Manager
Peter Blond Clothing Manufacturers
09.2010 - 05.2014
Manufacturing Executive
Prestige Clothing
2005.08 - 2010.10
Manager
Pastel Clothing
06.1993 - 08.2005
National Technical Certificate Civil Eng Level 6 -
Cape Draft Training Centre
02.1991 - 12.1992
High School Diploma -
Kensignton High
12.1986 - 11.1990
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