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LWANELE  THOM

LWANELE THOM

PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE
Germiston

Summary

Detail-oriented Production Associate with a National Diploma in Industrial Engineering and hands-on experience in warehouse operations, production efficiency, and quality control. Proven ability to operate in fast-paced manufacturing environments, ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and high-quality standards. Adept at following standard operating procedures (SOPs), troubleshooting production issues, and improving workflow processes. Seeking to leverage industrial engineering expertise in a production-driven role at Baxter..

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Industrial Engineering Intern

Distell
Cape Town
02.2021 - 01.2022
  • Assisted in improving production efficiency, increasing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) from 74% to 79% by ensuring accurate reporting of downtimes.
  • Conducted root cause analysis to resolve manufacturing defects and improve reliability.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives,reducing documenting delivery by 50%.
  • Assisted in quality control enforcement, ensuring compliances with SOPs during changeovers and Cleaning in Place Process (CIP).
  • Led time and motion studies to reduce manufacturing waste and optimism workflow.
  • Analyzed production data to identify trends and enhance cost saving strategies.
  • Supported emergency response activities, ensuring safety compliance in operations.

Warehouse Worker

NGK Ceramics
Cape Town
01.2018 - 02.2019
  • Loaded, unloaded materials for production, ensuring proper handling and organization.
  • Conducted quality checks on incoming and outgoing goods, identifying and addressing defects .
  • Maintained a clean and safe warehouse environment, adhering to safety regulations.
  • Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels and reporting discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations, improving efficiency.

Education

National Diploma - Industrial Engineering

Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2017 - 01.2022

Skills

Quality inspection

Industrial safety

Production planning

Problem-solving

Quality management

Operations management

References

Name: Mpho Tjie

Occupation: Facility Manager

Company: Ngk Ceramic

Phone: 27 764560461


Name: Sipho Poswa

Occupation: Production engineer

Company : Distell 

Phoe: 27 73926 9423

Timeline

Industrial Engineering Intern

Distell
02.2021 - 01.2022

Warehouse Worker

NGK Ceramics
01.2018 - 02.2019

National Diploma - Industrial Engineering

Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2017 - 01.2022
LWANELE THOMPRODUCTION ASSOCIATE