Gael Mukala Ngandu
Production Manager
Johannesburg
Summary
I am a multi-talented Production Manager experienced in diverse industrial environments. Profit-motivated collaborator with ingenuity in troubleshooting complex productivity obstacles. Creative leader with motivational supervisory methods. Successful maintaining consistent on-time delivery for customers. Well-organized, proactive and resourceful in dealing with routine and complex production issues.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Production Manager
Hexing Electrical
Johannesburg
2019.08 - Current
- Assessed manufacturing processes and recommended improvements to increase productivity.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles and quality assurance guidelines.
- Created and regularly updated department work instructions and reports.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
Production Line Supervisor
Hexing Electrical
Johannesburg
2019.08 - 2020.12
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures and unavoidable delays.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies and organizing manpower.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Compiled production equipment status reports, detailing parts produced, downtime duration and potential quality concerns.
- Implemented program changes to identify and quickly resolve root cause issues bottlenecking production levels.
Technical Assistant
Suntoy
Johannesburg
2018.06 - 2019.07
- Gathered, organized and distributed technical documentation.
- Installed technical hardware and software in deskside support environment.
- Implemented corrective action procedures within prescribed guidelines for issues, escalating high priorities to other technical resources.
- Provided technical guidance and support to team members.
- Updated supervisor on status of projects.
- Liaised with customers, communicating and resolving problems and concerns.
- Repaired hardware infrastructure using hand tools and components.
Junior Electronics Engineer
Resolution Circle
Johannesburg
2015.01 - 2016.12
- Utilized soldering iron to adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components.
- Conducted in-depth defect analysis for completed assemblies and components to root cause level.
- Provided team members and leadership with documentation such as test results, system design specifications and status reports.
- Performed preventive maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
- Repaired printed circuit boards or subassemblies by replacing electronic and or mechanical components in correct orientation.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings and engineering instructions to properly assemble electronics units.
Engineering Intern
Resolution Circle
Johannesburg
2014.01 - 2014.12
- Studied manufacturing processes to improve overall knowledge.
- Read and interpreted electrical schematics, parts lists and mechanical drawings.
- Tested prototypes and standard products and wrote reports to document results.
- Prepared standard reports and documentation to communicate results to senior management.
- Collaborated with senior engineers on projects and offered insight.
- Adhered to safety procedures and good housekeeping standards to comply with regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa 2016.01 - 2017.12
National Diploma - Electrical Engineering
University Of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa 2011.01 - 2015.06
High School Diploma -
College Saint Raphael
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic Of Congo 2005.09 - 2009.06
Skills
Production line management
Manufacturing management
Assembly and production
OSHA regulations
Equipment operation
Quality assurance
Training skills
Working knowledge of engineering
Strong leadership abilities
Computer Skills
Fluent in English & French
Certification
IPC-A-610
Hobbies
I am a very outgoing person, I love watching soccer, I am very passionate about music and hicking.
References
1. Wang Tao
Cell: +27 79 091 4376
Email: production207@hxgroup.com
Position: COO at Hexing Electrical
2. Nicole Van De Velde
Cell: +27 82 928 3377
Email: nicole@hexingsa.co.za
Position: Human Resources Manager at Hexing Electrical
3. Harald Schulz
Cell: +27 74 104 5137
Email: harald@suntoy.co.za
Position: Managing Director & Founder of Suntoy
4. Dr Wiehan Le Roux
Cell: +27 83 709 7931
E-mail: wiehanleroux@resolutioncircle.co.za
Position: Former Group Senior Manager of the Engineering at Resolution Circle
E-mail: shange.sibusiso@resolutioncircle.co.za
Position: Former Internships Manager at Resolution Circle
Timeline
Production Manager
Hexing Electrical
2019.08 - Current
Production Line Supervisor
Hexing Electrical
2019.08 - 2020.12
Technical Assistant
Suntoy
2018.06 - 2019.07
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
University of Johannesburg
2016.01 - 2017.12
Junior Electronics Engineer
Resolution Circle
2015.01 - 2016.12
Engineering Intern
Resolution Circle
2014.01 - 2014.12
National Diploma - Electrical Engineering
University Of Johannesburg
2011.01 - 2015.06
High School Diploma -
College Saint Raphael
2005.09 - 2009.06