Lerato Mashabela
Junior Industrial Engineer
Nelspruit
Summary
A results-driven Industrial Engineer with a Diploma in Industrial Engineering, Advanced Diploma in Quality Management. Lerato has over 2 years of experience in Industrial Engineering through roles as a Junior Industrial Engineer, trainee and intern, along with over six months of experience as a Perishables Quality Controller. She combines academic knowledge with hands-on expertise to contribute meaningfully to areas such as industrial processes, quality assurance, and project implementation. Highly motivated and proactive, Lerato is passionate about continuous improvement and professional growth. She thrives in team settings but also performs exceptionally well independently, with a keen interest in mentoring and uplifting others through shared experience and knowledge.
Results-driven engineering professional with track record of optimizing manufacturing processes and implementing cost-saving measures. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and adapt to dynamic project requirements, ensuring seamless execution. Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills essential for continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Industrial Engineer
SPAR LOWVELD DC
05.2025 - Current
- I am currently working as a Junior Industrial Engineer, focusing on data analysis, team management, and overseeing warehouse improvement projects. My responsibilities include continuous improvement initiatives, 5S implementation, productivity optimization, time and motion studies, and maintaining and analysing key warehouse systems such as inventory management, labour management, and XYZ coordinate data. I also contribute to process optimization, SOP updates, and overall operational efficiency.
Quality Controller
SPAR LOWVELD DC
12.2023 - 07.2024
- As a Quality Controller, I ensured product quality and food safety by managing temperature checks, allergen control, audits, and staff training, while maintaining high hygiene and cold chain standards.
Industrial Engineering Intern
SPAR LOWVELD DC
04.2023 - 12.2023
- My professional journey began as an Inservice Trainee at GREIF Vanderbijlpark (August 2021 – January 2022), where I gained foundational experience in layout design, process engineering, line balancing, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment.
Industrial Engineering Trainee
GREIF SA
08.2021 - 01.2022
- My professional journey began as an Inservice Trainee at GREIF Vanderbijlpark (August 2021 – January 2022), where I gained foundational experience in layout design, process engineering, line balancing, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment.
Education
Advanced diploma - Quality Management NQF 7
University of Johannesburg
12-2025
Diploma - Industrial Engineering NQF 6
Vaal University of Technology
12-2021
Grade 12 - NQF 4
Noko-Tlou Secondary School
12-2013
References
- Landy, Mongwane, Logistics Director, landy.mongwane@spar.co.za, +27 13 753 6945, SPAR
- Nelisiwe, Thabethe, Industrial Engineer, nelisiwe.thabethe@spar.co.za, 011 203 5308, SPAR
Timeline
Junior Industrial Engineer
SPAR LOWVELD DC
05.2025 - Current
Quality Controller
SPAR LOWVELD DC
12.2023 - 07.2024
Industrial Engineering Intern
SPAR LOWVELD DC
04.2023 - 12.2023
Industrial Engineering Trainee
GREIF SA
08.2021 - 01.2022
Advanced diploma - Quality Management NQF 7
University of Johannesburg
Diploma - Industrial Engineering NQF 6
Vaal University of Technology
Grade 12 - NQF 4
Noko-Tlou Secondary School