NJABULO THANDOLWETHU MKHIZE
Durban
Summary
Strategic Production Planner with a strong background in production scheduling and process optimisation. Expertise in material requirements planning and data analysis to streamline operations and reduce costs. Capable of managing workflows and inventory levels while delivering comprehensive production reports. Committed to leveraging planning and managerial skills to enhance operational success in fast-paced production environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Trainee Production Planner
Hesto harnesses
11.2025 - Current
- Assessed sales order quantities to plan and deliver sufficient production output to set deadlines.
- Developed and maintained production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of products to clients.
- Accurately managed Material Requirements Planning to ensure inventory supplies met production demands.
- Coordinated with multiple departments to streamline production processes, reducing downtime and costs.
- Managed flow of work and materials between departments for smooth production of products.
- Analysed production data to identify trends and make informed decisions on process improvements.
- Conducted regular production meetings to communicate priorities, address issues, and facilitate problem-solving.
- Prepared detailed reports on production metrics, efficiency, and challenges, presenting findings to senior management.
- Reviewed and updated standard operating procedures for planning and scheduling, ensuring they reflect current best practices.
KANBAN SCHEDULING CLERK
HESTO HARNESSES
STANGER
10.2022 - 11.2025
- Scheduled all Komax using Heijunka method to optimise workload distribution.
- Updated stock levels and Kanban quantities in production departments, followed up on part shortages, and escalated issues to relevant personnel.
- Reading and understanding Kanban cards.
- Knowledge of tool/applicator, wire Length, size and colour of wire Kanban quantity and Harness part number.
- Executed daily paperwork and computer data entry according to management instructions.
- Secured data by following confidentiality procedures.
- Managed photocopying, file updates, and fax communications to support staff operations.
- Reason for leaving: Left role to pursue new challenges.
Production Machine Operator
HESTO HARNESSES
STANGER
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Operated ground machine for crimping cables, ensuring quality standards.
- Executed precise soldering techniques to join electronic components.
- Chased cables for ground department, prioritising urgent tasks.
- Coiled cables for efficient storage and retrieval.
- Farm kitting.
- Reason for leaving: Promoted
CALL CENTRE ADMINISTRATOR
BLAKE & ASSOCIATES
DURBAN
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Screened and transferred incoming calls, recorded messages, and relayed information and documents to relevant personnel.
- Entered phone calls, emails or hard copy information into computerized maintenance management system.
- Researched and answered customer work order status inquiries.
- Maintained and updated records, reports, files, and communication information to ensure accurate data management.
- Entered and maintained departmental records in the company database.
- Collected, validated, and distributed information to employees to facilitate effective communication and workflow.
- Reason for leaving: Resigned
CALL CENTRE AGENT
BLAKE & ASSOCIATES
DURBAN
11.2020 - 02.2021
- Advised customers on legal terms of account contracts to ensure understanding.
- Called customers to assist with account settlement.
- Promoted to higher role due to demonstrated capability and performance.
KFC COOK & CASHIER
SILVER LAKE TRADINGS (PTY) LTD
STANGER
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Preparing and cooking food items.
- Interacted with customers, assisting with purchases, answering questions, and resolving concerns and complaints to enhance customer experience.
- Collected payments, issued receipts, and provided change as required.
- Processed returns and exchanges in compliance with company policies, ensuring customer satisfaction with resolutions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation in work areas, contributing to a welcoming environment for customers.
- Inspecting deliveries to ensure the quality and freshness of product.
- Following recipes and adjusting them to meet special dietary requirements.
- Balancing cash register at the end of the shift.
- Planned menus and ordered ingredients while collaborating with culinary team to maintain a well-stocked kitchen.
- Reason for leaving: Retrenchment
Education
INTRODUCTION TO OFFICE ADMINISTRATION - Certificate
EDUCOURSE
Durban, KZN12-2019
MATRIC - Grade 12
NHLANHLAYETHU SECONDARY SCHOOL
Durban, KZN12-2018
OPERATIONS MANANGEMENT - NQF 5
BEREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Durban, KZN07-2026
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION - INTERMEDIATE PHASE
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA
Durban, KZN07-2026
Skills
- Production optimisation
- Production planning
- Data analysis
- Capacity planning
- Production coordination
- Technical documentation
- Project oversight
- Excel
- Time management
- Organisational skills
- Planning skills
- Attention to detail
- Analytical thinking
- Cross-department collaboration
- Collaborative mindset
- Proactive approach
- Works under pressure
- Office administration
- Scheduling optimisation
- Microsoft Programmes
Languages
IsiZulu
English
Xhosa
Custom
- Mivesh Rampursat, Hesto Harnesses, PCD Group Leader, 083 242 4219
- Samkelisiwe Gumede, Blake & Associates, Manager, 073 789 8298
Certification
- [Area of certification] certified
Hobbies and interests
- Travel
- Music
- Reading
Timeline
Trainee Production Planner
Hesto harnesses
11.2025 - Current
KANBAN SCHEDULING CLERK
HESTO HARNESSES
10.2022 - 11.2025
Production Machine Operator
HESTO HARNESSES
06.2022 - 10.2022
CALL CENTRE ADMINISTRATOR
BLAKE & ASSOCIATES
02.2021 - 06.2022
CALL CENTRE AGENT
BLAKE & ASSOCIATES
11.2020 - 02.2021
KFC COOK & CASHIER
SILVER LAKE TRADINGS (PTY) LTD
03.2020 - 08.2020
INTRODUCTION TO OFFICE ADMINISTRATION - Certificate
EDUCOURSE
MATRIC - Grade 12
NHLANHLAYETHU SECONDARY SCHOOL
OPERATIONS MANANGEMENT - NQF 5
BEREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION - INTERMEDIATE PHASE
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA