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HENNY MOKOENA
Mechanical Engineer
Pretoria
Summary
Experienced Production Manager successful maintaining consistent on-time delivery for customers. Well-organized, proactive and resourceful in dealing with routine and complex production issues. 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. Ambitious Production Manager with 10 years of experience in manufacturing environments. Motivates employees to align performance with company objectives in fast-paced production environments. Superior competency in resource allocation, production scheduling and workflow management. Production management professional knowledgeable about allocating resources, optimizing production and increasing output with hands-on and dedicated approach. Articulate and professional problem-solver with good relationship-building abilities. Proficient in planning and implementing innovative production strategies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
Construction Site Manager
MMMMS & PHUMAKWELANGA DEVELOPERS
Brits
10.2022 - Current
- Supported work of superintendents and liaised with off-site designers.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
- Reduced costs by driving competitive subcontractor bids and effective contract execution.
- Improved process efficiency and workflow by implementing productivity initiatives and proactively identifying and resolving problems.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
- Promoted adherence to safety policies and procedures, ensuring proper handling and operation of materials and equipment.
- Conducted routine quality audits to verify progression against specifications and initiated corrective actions to remedy concerns.
- Provided safety kits to construction personnel, fully complying with job site safety protocols.
- Digitally archived weekly progress and technical knowledge base photographs of all assigned projects.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids and identified most qualified and economical candidates, establishing advantageous contracts and cutting costs.
Production Manager
Snack works
Johannesburg
08.2009 - 12.2009
- 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.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles and quality assurance guidelines.
- Wrote and conducted formal performance reviews for production personnel.
- Studied department operations to assist with development of new or improved methods of tooling and production processes.
- Monitored team budgets to keep projects on task and avoid waste.
- Implemented quality improvement changes to minimize product defect rates.
- Created and regularly updated department work instructions and reports.
- Applied lean practices to balance workflow and eliminate unnecessary steps.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Shift Manager
CONSOL glass
Clayville
08.2002 - 07.2009
- Addressed incompetency by holding staff accountable by following the required industrial relations ways of disciplinary action
- Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Tracked receipts, employee hours and inventory movements.
- Trained back-up associates and led crew members in managing operations of storefront.
- Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures and performance strategies.
- Assisted management team in developing and creating welcoming atmosphere for crew members to voice complaints.
- Recruited and interviewed candidates for management to evaluate readiness and fit for position.
- Evaluated performance, adjusted strategies and maintained agile, sustainable operations.
- Advised new employees on company procedures and policies to facilitate daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
- Devised new promotional approaches to boost customer numbers and market penetration while enhancing engagement and driving growth.
- Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
- Adhered to company standards and compliance requirements for operations and cleanliness of areas.
- Consistently exhibited calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating smoothly and set positive example for shift team.
- Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
- Modernized and improved operational procedures to increase productivity and profitability while tightly controlling costs.
Front Line Manager
Simba Pty
Johannesburg
01.2000 - 07.2002
- Multiplied earnings through sales goal achievement, customer service improvements and commitment to team objectives.
- Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
- Assessed sales reports to identify and enhance sales performance, support inventory oversight and capitalize on emerging trends.
- Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service and remedied issues promptly and effectively.
- Completed stockroom tasks by leading stock team, receiving and unpacking merchandise and placing all products out on sales floor.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Designed employee work schedules to address complete operational needs.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Transformed employee performance by enhancing training and mentoring strategies in operational and customer-facing roles.
- Reported facility and room maintenance problems to appropriate personnel for immediate remediation.
- Submitted reports to senior management to aid in business decision-making and planning.
- Recruited and retained top talent, with focus on completing timely performance evaluations, providing positive feedback and rewarding superior performance.
- Promoted importance of security and customer tracking to minimize store losses.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
- Established objectives to offer team members clear roadmap to help company achieve overall goals.
Depot Supervisor
Total Sa, Waltloo
Pretoria
05.1997 - 12.2000
- Researched new tools and developed new SOPs to continue growth.
- Coached, developed and trained current team members to reach business metrics.
- Initiated new program tracking and compliance with existing SOPs.
- Tracked and reported both individual and department productivity, quality and staffing levels and reported progress and concerns.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
- Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Oversaw loading and unloading of petrol trucks and rail tankers.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Implemented loading dock process and productivity improvements.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
Education
B Tech - Mechanical Engineering
UNISA
Pretoria 01.2008 - 09.2011
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Technikon Northern Transvaal
Pretoria 02.1992 - 07.1997
Skills
JD Edwards
Assembly and production
Production line management
Manufacturing management
Production optimization
Quality assurance
Strong leadership abilities
Quality inspection
Continuous improvements
Operations management
Production planning
Accomplishments
- MECHANICS OF MACHINES 4, STRENGTH OF MATERIALS 4, AUTOMATIC CONTROL 4, STRESS ANALYSIS 4, ENVIROMENTAL ENGINEERING 4, PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY 4, DESIGN PROJECT 4
- National Diploma Mechanical Engineering (1992-1996) TECHNIKON NORTHERN TRANSVAAL (TSA)
- SUBJECTS PASSED: MECHANICS OF MACHINES, STRENGTH OF MATERIALS, THERMODYNAMICS, MATHEMATICS 3, CADKEY, FLUID MECHANICS, COMPUTER SKILLS AND COMMUNICATION
- STANDARD 10 (1991) MODIRI TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
- SUBJECTS PASSED: NORTH SOTHO, AFRIKAANS, ENGLISH, WELDING, PHYSICAL SCIENCE, TECHNICAL DRAWING, MATHEMATICS
Certification
7307205383088
Software
MS OFFICE
JD EDWARDS
BAAN
Timeline
Construction Site Manager
MMMMS & PHUMAKWELANGA DEVELOPERS
10.2022 - Current
Production Manager
Snack works
08.2009 - 12.2009
B Tech - Mechanical Engineering
UNISA
01.2008 - 09.2011
Shift Manager
CONSOL glass
08.2002 - 07.2009
Front Line Manager
Simba Pty
01.2000 - 07.2002
Depot Supervisor
Total Sa, Waltloo
05.1997 - 12.2000
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Technikon Northern Transvaal
02.1992 - 07.1997