Pheello Maleka

• Evaluated equipment requirements based on capacity needs, making informed decisions about capital investments in new machinery or upgrades.
• Managed budgets and resources effectively, ensuring optimal utilization of financial assets.
• Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, reducing lead times for production orders.
• Boosted employee morale by fostering positive work culture, promoting open communication, and recognizing outstanding performance.
• Implemented quality assurance measures that resulted in consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
• Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to align production goals with market demands, increasing revenue potential.
• Streamlined inventory management, resulting in reduced waste and improved cost control.
• Oversaw plant expansions and renovations, ensuring seamless integration of new equipment and processes into existing operations.
• Reduced machine downtime through regular preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
• Enhanced factory efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and optimizing production processes.
• Developed and maintained safe working environment by enforcing strict safety policies and procedures.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective procurement of raw materials, parts, and services essential to factory operations.
• Conducted root cause analyses of production issues to identify areas requiring corrective action or continuous improvement efforts.
• Trained and developed staff members, enhancing overall workforce competency and productivity levels.
• Facilitated open communication between all factory departments, leading to increased collaboration and more efficient problem-solving.
• Led cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement, driving continuous process enhancements.
• Communicated factory operational needs, objectives and performance standards with senior management and earned full upper management support.
• Delivered factory-level communications and tactical direction and drove achievement of quality, delivery, productivity and financial performance goals and objectives.
• Conducted research, market analysis, cross-referencing and testing and made independent judgments in applying guidelines for factory operation.
• Created and delivered manufacturing labor cost and price input for customer quote reviews.
• Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
• Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
• Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
• Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
• Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
• Implemented quality control system to review products against technical specifications and corporate standards.
• Analyzed production data and prepared reports for senior management.
• Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.
• Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
• Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.

• Implemented efficient systems for inventory management, order processing, and shipping logistics.
• Delivered exceptional results under tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks effectively and delegating responsibilities appropriately throughout our team.
• Optimized workflow by analyzing operational data and implementing process improvements.
• Secured long-term sustainability of for business through prudent financial management practices such as cash flow optimization, cost control, and strategic investments.
• Mitigated risks by developing comprehensive contingency plans for various potential scenarios.
• Increased client satisfaction by implementing innovative business strategies and streamlining processes.
• Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
• Developed high-performing team through effective recruitment, training, and performance management.
• Fostered inclusive workplace culture that valued diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations by staying current on industry requirements and implementing necessary changes in operations.
• Maintained safe work environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and regularly updating staff on industry best practices.
• Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
• Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
• Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
• Adhered to regulatory and policy changes and made necessary adjustments to maintain overall success.
• Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.

• Boosted customer satisfaction through timely order fulfillment and accurate inventory tracking.
• Oversee all warehouse operational duties, receiving, issuing and despatch.
• Enhanced employee productivity, implementing effective scheduling and task delegation strategies.
• Reduced product damage with improved packaging methods and training staff on proper handling techniques.
• Developed strong team of warehouse employees with comprehensive training programs and performance evaluations.
• Fostered a positive workplace culture that motivated employees to perform their best while maintaining high morale.
• Streamlined operations for faster order processing by updating warehouse layout and organization.
• Facilitated smooth expansion of warehouse space to accommodate business growth, overseeing construction projects and integration of new systems.
• Oversaw implementation of sustainable practices within warehouse operations, reducing energy consumption and waste production.
• Maintained safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
• Identified opportunities for cost savings in procurement, renegotiating supplier contracts or seeking alternative sources when necessary.
• Implemented preventative maintenance program to minimize equipment downtime and repair costs.
• Communicated regularly with cross-functional teams to improve coordination between departments.
• Collaborated closely with sales department to address any issues related to product availability or shipment delays.
• Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations through regular inspections, staff training, and policy updates.
• Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
• Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
• Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
• Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
• Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
• Boosted warehouse operations performance by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.
• Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
• Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
• Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
• Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
• Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
• Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
• Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
• Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
• Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.

I worked as a Production Supervisor in the Operations Department for more than 6 years and many of my duties and responsibilities were not only focused in the manufacturing process but was also more focused on other aspects of the operations specifically warehousing and procurement departments.

My duties and responsibilities included:

This includes daily production plan, weekly check list, monthly check lists and overall, report on a monthly basis productivity of the Chemical manufacturing efficiencies.

• Generating daily production plans to meet sales demands and minimize sales order delivery period due to out-of-stock issues.

• Allocating manpower and equipment to meet the daily production plan and amend daily production plan to address unplanned urgent requirements.

• Carrying- out regular inspections of the production facility and activities to ensure that employees meet the requirements set out for the da y.

• Dealing with any constraints that employee may encounter, to enable produc1ion personnel to meet the targets set including breakdowns and material unavailability.

• Ensuring that batches are produced within de fined time-frames. Ensure batch yields ar e as expected and under/over-yields are investigated and addressed.

• Maintaining a Daily Production Rate target per da y depending on product demand.

• Assisting with material collections for unexpected shortages when required.

• Ensuring that out-of-stock items addressed in the out-of-stock meetings are booked in as soon as they are manufactured and batches ar e closed immediately after batches are booked in comple1cly.

• Manage all production raw material and packaging material stocks and participate in scheduled stock-take.

• Material Requirements Planning;

• Effectively determining material requirements to meet manufacturing needs.

• Carrying out regular inventory control activities on materials and ensuring that the Inventory is available in the right amounts at the right time.

• Ensuring procured materials meet specifications, quality standards and are cost efficient.

• Effectively tracking production volumes and ensuring customer demand patterns & purchasing trends.

• Scheduling and overseeing the supply and delivery of materials

• General Operational & Financial Management:

• Actively participating in Operational planning and budgeting processes.

• Driving continuous improvement through streamlining and optimizing relevant operational practices, processes and systems.

• Ensuring adherence to operational and financial frameworks of practices. Processes, standards and controls.

• Control costs and take the necessary action t o mitigate any financial risks or non-compliance.

• Ensuring that our products meet quality standards by:

• Supervising the issuing of raw materials.

• Ensuring that the correct quality raw materials are used for specific products.

• Identifying and dealing with nonconforming raw materials and products. • Ensuing that the correct quantities of raw materials are used for batches, followed by a an inspection.

• Carrying out inspections or final product condition before transfer to warehouse to ensure that quality standards are adhered to. This includes quantities. Container condition and cleanliness. Label condition and details. Stacking on pallets as well as ensuring that containers are properly sealed.

• Ensure that all records are up to date, accurate and available for inspection by:

• Ensuring that any raw material adjustments ar e recorded and consumed correctly when closing batches.

• Ensuring that Raw Material stocks are accurately reflected on the system. This may include regular cycle counting of raw material physical stock against system inventory on hand figures.

• Ensuring that accurate records or Packaging Material usage ar e kept. All unused packaging materials must be returned to stores and adjusted on the system. All additional packaging material used must be entered onto the system.

• Ensuring that Laboratory analysis and records are completed and entered int o batch logs.

• Ensuring that batch records are completed properly, filed and available for Inspection. Ensure that employees are aware of the occupational health and safety act by:

• Instructing workers to follow instructions.

• Enforcing health and safety regulations.

• Correcting unsafe acts and unsafe conditions

• Continues risk assessment

• Ensuring that only authorized, adequately trained workers operate equipment

• Reporting and investigating all accidents/ incidents

• Inspecting own area and taking remedial action to minimize or eliminate hazards

• Job observations • Ensuring equipment IS properly maintained • Promoting safety awareness in workers • On the job training • Toolbox talks • Managing contractors or other persons at the workplace • • Responsible for waste, safety, Quality and eov1ronmemal management m accordance to legislature. By monitoring Environmental Management System and OHSAS ( ISO14001:2004 and 1S018001) and encouraging continuous improvement. •

• Proactive identification of functional problems related to a specific process or policy, determine cause and impact, and choose the best alternative to solve the problem based on guidelines provided and on understanding of the theory or practices underpinning the problem.

• Maintain an overall Quality Management System In my department by ensuring conformity of the operations and processes and forms part of Management Review Meeting and Operations Forum • Work as part of the certification team for transition (ISO 9001: 2008 t o ISO9001: 2015, ISO14001: 2004:2015and ISO18001to ISO 45000

• Work as part of auditing team for internal and external audits for ISO Certification. Responsible care and SABS product mark • Client Liaison regarding service quality of chemical products, treatment chemicals and service rendered by sales representatives and service technicians for improvement and customer satisfaction. This includes administration or customer complaints and nonconformance investigation and customer voice management. • Responsible for handling export orders and ensuring that products have relevant paper work and comply with the regulations. • Contact point in client servicing of Cooling water, Boiler water. Waste water and portable water monitoring, this is mainly to monitor cycle chemistry and optimization of treatment Output. Field water and waste water sampling and effluent water monitoring. • Schedule, Source and/Conduct training for Laboratory and chemical manufacturing personal (Quality, Environmental Safety, Health and Risk) SHERQ training

• Maintained accurate documentation of production data, enabling informed decision-making for process improvements.
• Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
• Created inclusive work culture that encouraged collaboration and open communication among staff members at all levels within the organization.
• Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
• Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
• Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
• Coordinated project workflows for departments.
• Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
• Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.

I worked in a technical department my duties and responsibilities included QC and QA. I played major roles in the research and development team and improved our work quality systems and productivity. I was also responsible for analysis and treatment of water samples varying from borehole water, cooling tower and boiler system water, effluent water as well as treatment of sludge using the flocculation chemistry/method. I was also responsible for maintaining GLP's & SOP's. Adherence and compliance to regulations, safety and company policies and procedures.

• Reduced errors in data entry by meticulously reviewing and validating information before submission.
• Contributed to safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines.
• Streamlined sample processing for faster turnaround times, resulting in improved customer satisfaction.
• Supported regulatory compliance efforts through adherence to guidelines and thorough record-keeping practices.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support research projects and meet project deadlines.
• Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to ongoing optimization of lab operations.
• Provided expert guidance on troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing downtime and disruptions.
• Offered excellent customer service when interacting with clients or stakeholders regarding test results or related inquiries.
• Increased sample throughput by optimizing workflow and efficient use of resources.
• Conducted routine equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime.
• Enhanced laboratory efficiency by implementing new testing procedures and protocols.
• Trained junior technicians on laboratory techniques and safety protocols, enhancing overall team proficiency.
• Improved interdepartmental communication by collaborating closely with other lab personnel on shared projects and goals.
• Maintained high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
• Assisted in development of new laboratory methods, leading to increased testing capabilities.
• Performed complex analyses using various instrumentation, delivering reliable data for informed decision making.
• Completed quality documents and input and saved quality data in appropriate locations.
• Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
• Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
• Adapted quickly to changes in test protocols or methodologies, maintaining productivity during periods of transition.
• Implemented inventory management system to maintain optimal levels of supplies, preventing delays in testing processes.
• Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
• Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.