Phindulo Rosemary Daswa
Production MAnager
Sandton
Summary
Production Manager & Technical Support Specialist with 9 years of progressive experience in electronic assembly and manufacturing for military and railway vehicle components. Proven track record in leading large teams, improving productivity, reducing material waste, and driving continuous improvement in technical and operational performance. Experienced in production planning, new product introduction, health & safety management, and engineering support. Strong business acumen gained through an Advanced Diploma in Business Management and National Diploma in Electronic engineering, combined with hands-on technical expertise in electronic systems and ERP systems.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Production Manager & Production Support Technician
Radel (Pty) Ltd
01.2020 - Current
- Manage two departments: Electronic Assembly and Product Assembly, overseeing 50 staff members, including 3 Line Managers and 3 Team Leaders.
- Develop weekly production schedules, allocate resources, and ensure on-time delivery of customer orders.
- Lead health & safety for the branch, ensuring compliance with regulations and solving safety-related issues.
- Provide engineering support for production, working with electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and VCU layouts (Microsoft Visio).
- Manage and document Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and ensure compliance with customer and project requirements through data pack management.
- Oversee introduction of new products into production, including first-off builds, testing, and validation.
- Collaborate with procurement, sales, and engineering teams to optimize budgets, resources, and timelines.
- Mentor and train staff on ESD, product-specific training, and operational standards.
- Key Achievements:
- Increased production efficiency while reducing material waste.
- Improved technical performance across multiple production lines.
- Enhanced compliance and safety culture within the branch.
Line Manager – Electronics Assembly
Radel (Pty) Ltd
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Supervised daily operations of the electronic assembly department, managing technicians, operators, and machine processes.
- Monitored quality, productivity, and process efficiency.
- Supported production with troubleshooting, fault finding, and process improvements.
Development Technician
Radel (Pty) Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Built and tested prototypes, assisted engineers with debugging, and supported product development.
- Prepared Bills of Materials (BOMs) and supported configuration control.
- Conducted thorough product quality checks and prototype testing.
- Delivered staff training on ISO standards and product testing.
In-Service Trainee
Radel (Pty) Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Assisted engineers in manufacturing support and prototype development.
- Gained foundational experience in assembly, quality control, and testing.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Business Management
MANCOSA
01.2021
Matric Certificate - undefined
Phaswana Secondary School
National Diploma - Electronic Engineering
University of Johannesburg
01.2016
Skills
- Production Planning & Scheduling
- Team Leadership (50 staff, 3 Line Managers, 3 Team Leaders)
- Health & Safety Compliance & Risk Management
- ERP Systems (Hansa, Odoo)
- Pick & Place Machine (Yamaha iPulse M20) & Conformal Coating
- Electrical Schematics & Wiring Diagrams
- Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) & Data Pack Management
- New Product Introduction & Prototyping
- Lean Manufacturing & Waste Reduction
- Staff Training & Mentorship (ESD, Product Training)
Certification
IPC-A-610 Certified
Timeline
Production Manager & Production Support Technician
Radel (Pty) Ltd
01.2020 - Current
Line Manager – Electronics Assembly
Radel (Pty) Ltd
01.2018 - 01.2020
Development Technician
Radel (Pty) Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2018
In-Service Trainee
Radel (Pty) Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2016
Matric Certificate - undefined
Phaswana Secondary School
National Diploma - Electronic Engineering
University of Johannesburg
Advanced Diploma - Business Management
MANCOSA