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John Naude

John Naude

Senior Production Technician
Gauteng

Summary

Committed [Job Title] with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly. Seasoned Production Technician bringing [Number] years of hands-on experience inspecting and testing finished products and performing maintenance tasks such as making minor equipment adjustments. Tech-savvy individual possessing outstanding safety record and documented history of increasing efficiency and decreasing costs. Well-versed in maintaining and monitoring physical inventories and creating comprehensive reports on status of operating equipment. Self-motivated Production Technician follows safety practices, policies and procedures to consistently drive safe job performance. Disassembles, overhauls and rebuilds equipment with minimal supervision. Working knowledge of machine mechanics and troubleshooting and continuously learns new technologies. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Production Technician

Kiara Health
06.2015 - Current
  • Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
  • Mentored junior technicians to develop their technical skills and knowledge in various production areas.
  • Increased product quality with thorough inspection procedures and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Supported new product introductions through pilot runs and scale-up activities, ensuring a seamless transition into full-scale production.

Senior Production Technician

Pharma Q
01.2012 - 05.2015

Repair and maintenance on equipment make sure equipment availability are

100% in order for production . Assist staff people Pharmacist and operators

training on m/c and equipment adhere to safety regulation make sure to minimize breakdowns on equipment and making parts as needed on m/c and equipment .


Production Technician

Astra Pack
02.2005 - 12.2011
  • Collaborated with engineering and other departments to meet production goals and promote teamwork.
  • Mapped process workflows to enhance understanding of procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of production data, enabling informed decision-making based on real-time insights.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.

Production Technician

Adcock Ingram Critical Care
01.2000 - 11.2005
  • Maintained accurate records of production data, enabling informed decision-making based on real-time insights.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Performed regular calibration checks on instruments ensuring precision measurements throughout the production process.
  • Managed multiple simultaneous projects effectively while ensuring deadlines were met consistently without compromising quality or productivity levels.
  • Promptly documented and reported all defective equipment and hazardous conditions.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.

Production Technician

Simba Chips
01.1997 - 10.2005
  • Maintained accurate records of production data, enabling informed decision-making based on real-time insights.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Performed regular calibration checks on instruments ensuring precision measurements throughout the production process.
  • Managed multiple simultaneous projects effectively while ensuring deadlines were met consistently without compromising quality or productivity levels.
  • Reported on findings and made proactive and targeted recommendation to senior leaders.
  • Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
  • Reduced machine downtime by implementing preventive maintenance procedures and regular inspections.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production workflows, eliminate waste, and enhance overall performance.

Production Technician/Mechanical Maintenance Foreman

AECI
01.1982 - 12.1996
  • Assisted in quality control measures by performing routine inspections of products against established standards.
  • Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
  • Investigated processes to develop maps and determine optimal improvement approaches.
  • Suggested and implemented new ideas to improve quality, reduce cost, and support production work environment.
  • Collected and reviewed engineering data to assess needs and recommend solutions.
  • Trained new team members on equipment operation, safety protocols, and company policies, fostering a skilled workforce.

Education

No Degree - N3 N4 And N5 Technical

Germiston College
Germiston, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Production Documentation

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Certification

Red seal Qualified Fitter and Turner

Timeline

Senior Production Technician

Kiara Health
06.2015 - Current

Senior Production Technician

Pharma Q
01.2012 - 05.2015

Production Technician

Astra Pack
02.2005 - 12.2011

No Degree - N3 N4 And N5 Technical

Germiston College
04.2001 -

Production Technician

Adcock Ingram Critical Care
01.2000 - 11.2005

Production Technician

Simba Chips
01.1997 - 10.2005

Red seal Qualified Fitter and Turner

03-1987

Production Technician/Mechanical Maintenance Foreman

AECI
01.1982 - 12.1996
John NaudeSenior Production Technician