NORLAN MENGWAI
Johannesburg,South Africa
Summary
Manufacturing and production professional skilled in leading high-producing teams and using lean manufacturing to reduce costs and increase process efficiency. Capable of matching workers to optimal positions, improving performance and maintaining compliance with company standards in high-volume production settings. Well-versed in training, equipping and motivating team members to optimize productivity and achieve organizational objectives.
Dynamic electrical team lead with long history in manufacturing and production environments. Skilled in process improvement, budget management and safety compliance. Proven record of creating positive and productive work environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work history
SMOM Coordinator
Kimberly Clark
Johannesburg
01.2021 - Current
- Data Analysis
- Designed and built dashboards and automated business process flows
- Served as a liaison between multi-functional departments and suppliers
- Managed development and implementation of lean and continuous improvement manufacturing initiatives across production environment
- Provided network support services for devices such as hubs, bridges, routers and production line machines
- Assisted with implementation and support of network monitoring tools
- Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems
- Facilitate and/or lead the development and deployment of the following: Program execution practices and templates, Reports, dashboards, and other UI, Capability demonstrations (live and/or recorded), Internal training (live and/or recorded), Detailed KPI and related standards
- Change management strategies
- Lead integration efforts with other systems (i.e
- WorkDay, MES, SAP, etc.)
- Supported Engineering and Maintenance departments with training and technical support
- Established best practices and innovative solutions to enhance production rates and output quality
- Detected malfunctions and control errors by monitoring machine operation and checking completed pieces
- Provide technical and operational; expertise to achieve quick & timely solutions
- Reviewed and interpreted schematics, blueprints and work instructions to determine product specifications and machine requirements
- Tested features, documenting findings, modeled trends and submitted reports
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem- solving activities to support teamwork
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards
- Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes
- Installed electrical and mechanical equipment in accordance with National Electric Code
- Assisted with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular electrical duties
- Collaborated with IT department to resolve networking issues
- Performed regular production studies and machine analysis to identify any quality and process problems
- Identified risk mitigation actions to reduce injuries, accidents and hazards in production environment
- Develop and maintain data flows in SMOM
- Maintain system documentation and ensure access is available
- Analyzed product and process and provided actionable solutions for changes to processes, product or quality standards.
Maintenance Team Leader
12.2013 - 12.2020
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost production machine performance
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance and safety
- Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements
- Rolled out improved training programs for maintenance employees
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues and reducing downtime
- Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements
- Contributed to development, implementation and execution of maintenance programs
- Created forecasts, budgets and expense projections
- Visually inspected and tested machinery and equipment, performing routine preventive maintenance
- Adjusted machine settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity
- Dismantled defective machines and equipment and installed new or repaired parts.
Electrical Team Leader
Procter & Gamble
Johannesburg
06.2008 - 11.2013
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost machine performance
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm
- Rolled out improved training programs for maintenance employees
- Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management
- Contributed to development, implementation and execution of maintenance programs
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement
- Interpreted electric and electronic schematics and mechanical layouts to diagnose equipment problems
- Assisted with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular electrical duties.
Security Technician
ACCSYS
Sandton
08.2007 - 05.2008
- Responded to maintenance calls and troubleshot devices
- Component level repairs, installation and maintenance of Time & Attendance and Access control system
- Repair, install and maintain equipment
- Repair of CPU boards
- Monitored spare parts inventory and addressed shortages with purchasing personnel
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment
- Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns
- Tracked and recorded parts and labor costs related to each service call
- Applied critical thinking and research to address complex issues
- Completed job reports and logs immediately following service calls.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
SOUTH AFRICAN AIR FORCE
Bloemfontein
08.2004 - 07.2007
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance
- Performed flight line AFE preflight and postflight requirements
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans
- Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS and FERMS
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair and replace faulty components in aircrafts
- Lubricated shafts, bearings and gears to maintain optimal performance.
Education
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Pretoria West College of Engineering
Skills
- Installation and repair specialist
- Manufacturing process analysis
- Electrical equipment maintenance
- PLC Software Proficiency
- Digital Architecture
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Siemens PLC
- SAP & MES
- Systems Integration & Networks
- Continuous & Performance Improvement
- Cost Control
- Project Management
- OSI-PI
- Process Management
- Industrial Automation Systems
- Workflow Development
- Critical Thinking
- Team oversight
Accomplishments
- Energy Saving - Installation of new Light fittings and tubes for the whole Plant
- Installation of Occupancy sensors
- Installation of new electrical panels
- Upgrade of tissue packaging machine
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
SMOM Coordinator
Kimberly Clark
01.2021 - Current
Maintenance Team Leader
12.2013 - 12.2020
Electrical Team Leader
Procter & Gamble
06.2008 - 11.2013
Security Technician
ACCSYS
08.2007 - 05.2008
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
SOUTH AFRICAN AIR FORCE
08.2004 - 07.2007
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Pretoria West College of Engineering
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