Gugulethu Nkosi
ETDP
Johannesburg
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.A Former Production Superintendent with hands-on experience of managing at a senior level in production, operations and manufacturing environments (all FMCG). This is supported by a three year technical qualification, National Diploma in Chemical Engineering (2000) from the Vaal University of Technology and a Certificate in a Management Advancement Programme from Wits Business School (2010).
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
ETDP
AECI MINING EXPLOSIVES
10.2021 - Current
- Gained extensive knowledge in the Learning and Development Field
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative in Designing , developing learning material and reporting.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Technical Trainer
Heineken SA
02.2014 - 02.2018
- Oversaw technical documentation, instruction and evaluation to meet Brewery education initiatives.
- Compiled Brewery training and assessment resources based on understanding of technical processes and skills-development needs.
- Updated training coursework and requirements according to group and technology changes.
- Created courseware using online learning management system tool and various graphics and multimedia software programs.
- Cultivated customized curriculum and course content to address organizational technology training mandates.
- Worked with video production team and developed new training content in various distribution channels and Digitisation
Production Superintendent
Johnson Matthey SA
02.2010 - 12.2014
- Planned and organized production schedules and assessed project and resource requirements.
- Reduced expenses and increased productivity across product lines by performing equipment repairs and conducting regular tool maintenance.
- Oversaw workforce of 245 employees in manufacturing department.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Created and implemented systems to improve performance, boost profits and increase productivity.
Process Controller /Production Foreman
Sasol Limited
02.2000 - 01.2014
- Adhered to Statistical Process Control measures and procedures to promote health and safety of all employees.
- Trained and mentored newly hired employees, offering assistance and insight to equip each for operations.
- Handled troubleshooting of operational issues, ceasing operations whenever conditions were hazardous.
- Wrote all documentation with regards to process procedures and made updates whenever changes were implemented for overall improvement.
- Described engineering-related information in terms that could be easily understood by non-technical personnel.
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
Education
No Degree - OD ETDP
Maccauvlei Learning Academy
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijl Park, Gauteng 02.1996 - 03.2000
Associate of Arts - Management Advancement Programme
Wits Business School
Parktown, Johannesburg, Gauteng 02.2009 - 03.2010
Skills
Facilitation and Assessments
Timeline
ETDP
AECI MINING EXPLOSIVES
10.2021 - Current
Technical Trainer
Heineken SA
02.2014 - 02.2018
Production Superintendent
Johnson Matthey SA
02.2010 - 12.2014
Associate of Arts - Management Advancement Programme
Wits Business School
02.2009 - 03.2010
No Degree - OD ETDP
Maccauvlei Learning Academy
04.2001 -
Process Controller /Production Foreman
Sasol Limited
02.2000 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
02.1996 - 03.2000
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