Jerminah Motloutsi

● Maintained, debugged and optimized automation programs.

● Troubleshot, fixed and improved electrical controls.

● Utilized comprehensive understanding of Siemens TIA portal and Simatic manager Ladder Logic to produce code to revolutionize automation.

● Analyzed and located malfunctions in sensors, variable frequency drives, and control systems.

● Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.

● Assisted maintenance personnel with complex troubleshooting.

● Supported Production and Maintenance departments with technical support.

● Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.

● Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.

● Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

● Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of electrical issues.

● Collaborated with systems engineers and customers to determine machine requirements and develop specifications for user interface, machine functions and quality control to deliver reliable automation systems.

● Identified and optimized process or tasks to automate.

● Troubleshot information system accessibility, availability or operability problems to identify and mitigate errors or deficiencies and develop solutions.

● Collaborated with senior engineers on projects and offered insight.

● Studied manufacturing processes to improve overall knowledge.

● Assisted senior engineers and management with clerical duties to keep department functioning and workflows running smoothly.

● Designed and coordinated engineering tests and experiments.

● Tested prototypes and standard products and wrote reports to document results.

● Shadowed designers and engineers to learn ways to implement methodologies.

● Assisted with coordination of new equipment installation and implementation.

● Maintained positive work atmosphere by building relationships with co-workers, customers, clients, and management.

● Developed, prepared and reviewed reports and studies to identify and recommend engineering solutions.

● Worked closely with engineers and assisted with testing of Siemens products.

● Adhered to safety procedures and good housekeeping standards to comply with regulations.

● Worked closely with suppliers to establish specifications and system designs.

● Collaborated with engineering team to optimize machining processes.

● Calibrated instruments to reduce downtime.

● Assisted with engineering calculations, design drawings, preliminary cost estimates, and field visits to observe construction progress.

● Performed data analysis.

● Inspected, adjusted and upgraded system programs.

● Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.

● Adjusted machine settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.

● Performed troubleshooting and repair for complex electrical equipment.

● Visually inspected and tested machinery and equipment, performing routine preventive maintenance.

● Diagnosed and resolved machine operation variations and equipment problems.

● Documented maintenance activities and confirmed compliance with relevant regulations.

● Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.

Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.