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Khutso Nkogatse
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Buhle Park
Summary
Detail-oriented Senior Manufacturing Engineer with [Number] years of experience. Committed to implementing modern production systems without losing profits and knowledgeable about organizational streamlining. Technically proficient in equipment repairs and maintenance.
An aspiring Manager with vast engineering experience in manufacturing and process optimization. Committed to driving productivity, operational efficiency, quality improvement, and cost control through data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement principles. I have strengthened my strategic, financial, and leadership capabilities through completing an MBA ,to effectively lead cross-functional teams and deliver sustainable operational excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
10
10
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Komatsu Mining Corporation
04.2024 - Current
- Provides Supervision of the Manufacturing / Process Engineering team to effectively support the Plant.
- Drove productivity improvement initiatives through Kronos data analysis and root cause investigations.
- Supervised Engineering Change Management processes, ensuring production continuity.
- Led Kaizen events, improving workflow efficiency and reducing non-value-added activities.
- Implemented layout redesign initiatives to optimise material flow and reduce waste.
- Managed CAPEX and administrative requisitions supporting operational performance.
- Audited plant and cell performance boards to ensure operational metric compliance.
- Trained operators in 6S and operational excellence methodologies.
- Developed and designed tools for operational efficiency and safety.
- Effectively delivered and managed the implementation of over R20 Million worth of Capex projects.
- Senior Manufacturing Engineer in the Mining equipment manufacturing industry.
Process Engineer
Rheinmetall Denel Munitions (Pty) Ltd
02.2019 - 04.2024
- Designed and implemented new production processes, improving throughput.
- Conducted capacity studies for new production lines.
- Supported CAPEX projects and Lean deployment initiatives.
- Delivered process optimisation improvements through structured data analysis.
- Problem-solving and Continuous Improvement.
- Process engineer in the Defense systems manufacturing industry.
- Reason for leaving: Career Development.
Junior Industrial Engineer
Amka Products (Pty) Ltd
03.2015 - 01.2019
- Contributed to eliminating waste and increasing efficiency.
- Facilitates Health and Safety projects – made recommendations with regard to safety.
- Optimized Production lines by line balancing and resource allocation.
- Set up and monitor KPIs by creating visual displays.
- Maintained production lines on Shopware and updated BOM changes to match standards.
- Analysed data to ensure accuracy – analyzed and eliminated production data variances.
- Designed & updated factory floor layouts on CAD by allocating space and enhancing the efficient flow of material.
- Used Data analysis for process improvement.
- Conducted OHS Audits and reporting – identified risks and hazards to be addressed.
- Monitored energy efficiency – reduced energy costs by identifying areas for saving.
- Carried out Problem-solving (root cause analysis) – conducted root cause analysis of the occurring problems.
- Capacity reviewing and setting production standards – setting production standards for new products.
- Asset monitoring and auditing.
- Warehouse auditing and optimization.
- A Junior Industrial Engineer in an FMCG manufacturing company.
Industrial Engineer Intern
Amka Products (Pty) Ltd
03.2014 - 03.2015
- Assisting with operational improvement Projects
- Assisting with Health and Safety projects.
- Optimization of Production lines.
- Lay-out Designs and Improvement.
- An Intern in an FMCG manufacturing company.
Informal Family business (Transportation services)
08.2012 - 10.2013
- Transporting fresh produce and goods from urban to outskirts areas.
Industrial Engineer Trainee
Kwikspace Modular Building (Pty)
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Assisted the Works Manager in developing and redesigning the Plant lay-outs in the welding and Assembly plants.
- Assisted the Works Manager in developing the materials supply and storage systems supplying the plants.
- Conducted a Method study to improve the Process flow in the Foaming plant.
- Assisted the Research and Development officer to review the availability of space and improving on the storage Facilities.
- Using Draughting programme to redesign the Assembly line in order to increase Output.
- Assisted the R and D officer to design a Quality management system to manage scrap rate.
- A 12months In-service training contract at a manufacturing and construction company for mobile Units.
- Responsibilities and achievements:
Quality Inspector & Work in Progress Controller
Astrapak (East Rand Plastics)
05.2011 - 07.2011
- Using Syspro to control work in Progress around the plant.
- Ensuring quality products are being manufactured on a daily basis.
- Ensuring that TQM (Total Quality Management) was being followed.
- Suggesting methods to improve on quality of Products to the Quality engineer and Manager.
- A 2 months temporary opportunity in a Plastic manufacturing company.
- Responsibilities:
Education
MBA - Business Management
North-West University
Potchefstroom, South Africa 04.2001 -
Postgraduate Diploma: Management - Business Management
North-West University
Potchefstroom, South Africa 04.2001 -
B.Tech Engineering:Industrial - Engineering
University of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa01-2016
N. Dip Engineering: Industrial - Engineering
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa01-2012
Skills
Communication: written and verbal
Teamwork: Team player in continuous improvement projects
Leadership: Managing Multi-million rands projects
Computer: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Projects), AutoCad, Syspro, Shopware, Arena, and SAP
Technical: Process Analysis, Work-study, Method study, Operational research, Layout development, Process optimization and Lean manufacturing, Design of Jigs and Fixtures, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Reporting
Quality management systems
Continuous improvement strategies
Supply chain optimization
Employee supervision
Presentations
Accomplishments
- Increased weekly output by 20% (Through reduction of NVA) at Kwikspace.
- Improved efficiency by reviewing processes and implementing changes at Kwikspace.
- Cut down production time from 8 hours per batch to 6.5 hours by implementing decanting tools and equipment at Amka.
- Reduced equipment downtime through the implementation of an equipment failure logging system, Amka.
- Assisted the waste i-team in developing cost recovery on industrial waste Amka.
- Assisted the energy consultant in reviewing and improving energy efficiency through reviewing machine effectiveness, re-insulations, and changes of production materials.
- Developed Process for Inert products by using supplementary materials.
- Developed Jigs and fixtures that reduced processing time by 40% at Rheinmetall.
- Upgraded an X-ray plant for the X-raying of components for NDT purposes.
Software
PowerBI
Microsoft Projects
Inventor
SAP
Certification
C1 (Code 10) Valid Driver's License with own transport.
Interests
AI
IoT
Machine Learning
Timeline
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Komatsu Mining Corporation
04.2024 - Current
Process Engineer
Rheinmetall Denel Munitions (Pty) Ltd
02.2019 - 04.2024
Junior Industrial Engineer
Amka Products (Pty) Ltd
03.2015 - 01.2019
Industrial Engineer Intern
Amka Products (Pty) Ltd
03.2014 - 03.2015
Informal Family business (Transportation services)
08.2012 - 10.2013
Industrial Engineer Trainee
Kwikspace Modular Building (Pty)
07.2011 - 07.2012
Quality Inspector & Work in Progress Controller
Astrapak (East Rand Plastics)
05.2011 - 07.2011
MBA - Business Management
North-West University
04.2001 -
Postgraduate Diploma: Management - Business Management
North-West University
04.2001 -
B.Tech Engineering:Industrial - Engineering
University of South Africa
N. Dip Engineering: Industrial - Engineering
University of Johannesburg