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Philisa Mxakatho
Lifting Tackle Inspector & Rigging Storeman
Cape Town,WC
Summary
Proactive professional with expertise in quality control and reporting. Known for strong ethics and integrity, successfully developed inspection protocols that improved efficiency and compliance rates. Ready to support an organization's commitment to safety and quality.
Dedicated Lifting Tackle Inspector with a strong background in quality control and inspection reporting. Skilled in managing multiple projects and delivering comprehensive reports, ensuring adherence to industry standards and enhancing workplace safety.
Overview
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2
Languages
1
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Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lifting Tackle Inspector & Rigging Storeman
Dorman Engineering
01.2022 - Current
- Documented inspection results accurately, maintaining detailed records for traceability and reporting.
- Assisted in developing inspection protocols, enhancing efficiency in quality control processes.
- Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
- Delivered detailed reports on findings from inspections, helping stakeholders understand areas requiring attention or improvement in order to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Identified potential hazards and recommended corrective actions, ensuring a safer work environment for all employees.
- Maintained up-to-date inspection and audit records for improved reporting and analysis.
- Identified repair and upgrade requirements needed to meet safety and quality standards.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects successfully while adhering strictly to deadlines.
- Conducted detailed quality checks for manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Coordinated with project managers to schedule inspections at critical phases, ensuring timely completion without delays.
- Increased compliance rates, meticulously auditing company practices against regulatory requirements.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Conducted thorough examinations of materials and assemblies, identifying defects and non-conformance issues.
- Inspected components for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Reduced product damage with proper handling, storage, and packaging techniques during loading and unloading processes.
Buyer
Cash Crusaders
01.2015 - 03.2019
- Negotiated supplier contracts to optimize purchasing costs and enhance product offerings.
- Analyzed market trends to forecast demand and adjust inventory levels accordingly.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
- Improved inventory management by conducting regular audits, analyzing usage patterns, and implementing demand forecasts.
Education
N6 Marketing Management - Marketing Management And Research
Northlink College
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Quality control
Visual inspections
Inspection reporting
Equipment inspection
Paperwork evaluations
Regulatory compliance
Product testing
Industry standards
Training and mentoring
Safety compliance
Team building
Safety standards
Report writing
Additional Information
I have been working in the engineering for five years now, having to perform different roles on number of vessel imports. From using grinders to rigging on different sites, it have been great experience working inside the Port of Cape Town.
Previously, I also worked for an event company where I experienced and had fun travelling around the Western Cape. I also have lot of experience in sales.
Certification
Lifting Tackle Inspector
Interests
Timeline
Lifting Tackle Inspector & Rigging Storeman
Dorman Engineering
01.2022 - Current
Buyer
Cash Crusaders
01.2015 - 03.2019
N6 Marketing Management - Marketing Management And Research
Northlink College
04.2001 -