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Jaco Van Heerden

Manager
Vereeniging

Summary

Dynamic Production Manager with a proven track record at LafargeHolcim, excelling in production planning and team development. Enhanced productivity by identifying bottlenecks and implementing effective solutions, while fostering a culture of quality assurance and safety management. Committed to driving operational excellence and improving customer satisfaction through strategic leadership.

Exceptional Operations Manager focused on successful team building, cost-cutting and operational improvements. Determined to cut costs without impacting quality of products and services. Reliable team player committed to building high-performing teams.

Self-starting Operations Manager offering high-level experience in supervision of workover and completion operations. Adept at directing work of completion consultants and completion supervisors. Successful introducing lean manufacturing to increase productivity and cut costs of completion. Well organized, attentive to detail and vigilant in achieving safety and environmental impact reduction objectives.

Proactive Production Manager successful at anticipating needs and making adjustments to schedules, materials and workflow. Ready to bring expertise to company needing hands-on, knowledgeable and resourceful leader.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager of Operations

Rogans Concrete Products
12.2010 - Current
  • Daily management of production, sales and deliveries.
  • Established positive and effective communication among staff.
  • Oversaw maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and plant.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing effective training programs and performance management systems.
  • Designing and making of new product molds.
  • Perform maintenance and repair work on all plant machinery.
  • Successfully managed budgets, consistently meeting financial targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining a safe working environment for staff members.
  • Implemented cost-saving initiatives, reducing overall operational expenses without compromising service quality.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.

Production Manager

LafargeHolcim
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
  • Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
  • Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.

Sales Representative

Wurth
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on features, benefits, and competitive advantages.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hoerskool Kempton Park
Kempton Park
04.2001 -

Skills

Production planning

Production line management

Team development

Project management

Quality control

Quality assurance

Quality inspection

Safety management

Operations management

Facilities maintenance

Maintenance planning

Interests

Woodworking, Steelwork and any mechanical related hobbies

Timeline

Manager of Operations

Rogans Concrete Products
12.2010 - Current

Production Manager

LafargeHolcim
01.2006 - 01.2008

Sales Representative

Wurth
01.2003 - 01.2006

High School Diploma -

Hoerskool Kempton Park
04.2001 -

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