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Rudzani Ravele

Production Manager
Boksburg

Summary

Experienced Production Manager and Shift Supervisor with a solid background in the chemicals and paper manufacturing industries. Demonstrated expertise in process control, optimization, and continuous improvement, with a proven ability to drive operational efficiency and reduce costs. Adept at leading high-performing teams, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, and delivering consistent results under pressure. Holds a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Wood Science and Wood Products/Pulp and Paper Technology from Durban University of Technology. Recognized for strong decision-making skills, effective resource management, and a track record of enhancing productivity at Mpact Paper through innovative problem-solving and strategic process enhancements.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Clarification Manager

Mpact Paper
05.2025 - Current
  • Ensure optimal machine performance to meet quality standards for both operational facilities and municipal demands.
  • Oversee and coordinate the activities of machine operators, service providers, and suppliers.
  • Guarantee the safe operation of all equipment, addressing all associated safety protocols.
  • Oversee the preparation and submission of reports related to water, waste, and effluent.
  • Provide training and conduct evaluations for technical service teams and laboratory staff.
  • Manage waste handling processes and ensure compliance through legal audits.
  • Implement and maintain effective stormwater management practices.

BM3 Production Manager

Mpact Paper
09.2023 - Current
  • Manage a 38,000 ton per annum board production line, including planning, scheduling, and coordinating tasks to meet deadlines and quality benchmarks.
  • Oversee and assess production staff performance, offering direction and support to optimize output.
  • Monitor production quality, enforce safety protocols, and authorize maintenance activities and equipment acquisitions.
  • Estimate production costs, develop budgets, and monitor expenditures to maintain resource efficiency.
  • Identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements to boost productivity and minimize waste.
  • Collaborate with managers, departments, and stakeholders to ensure seamless operations and address operational challenges.

BM3 Production Superintendent

Mpact Paper
10.2019 - 09.2023
  • Ensure the machine is safe to operate and that all staff receive proper training.
  • Manage the use of consumables to stay within the Bill of Materials (BOM) limits.
  • Analyze and determine the root causes of frequent equipment failures and board breakages.
  • Identify production bottlenecks and recommend effective solutions.
  • Oversee Kronos timekeeping, leave management, and personnel-related matters.
  • Supervise machine operators, contractors, service providers, and suppliers.
  • Maintain and improve Best Operating Practices (BOPs) and coordinate production trials.
  • Communicate the production plan and relevant machine updates to the shift team.
  • Develop and implement succession planning strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with all quality system standards and maintain necessary documentation.
  • Act as the Head of Department (HOD) when required.

BM3 Shift Supervisor

Mpact Paper
10.2017 - 09.2019
  • Ensure finished products meet manufacturing specifications and customer requirements.
  • Interpret machine programs and work with the process operator and machine operator to estimate the time needed for grade changes.
  • Initiate changes in raw material composition (furnish) to ensure compliance with product quality specifications.
  • Maintained workplace safety by enforcing strict adherence to company policies and industry regulations.

Stock Preparation Plant Operator (Team Leader)

Mpact Paper
10.2016 - 10.2017
  • Initiate furnish changes to ensure raw material specifications meet quality requirements.
  • Record furnish changes on the Furnish Board and notify the Hyster driver.
  • Ensure stock preparation for each quality follows controlled parameters such as freeness/SR, chemical, and recovered fiber usage.
  • Supervise the area to enforce adherence to procedures and instructions; document any irregular conditions or issues in the Prep Plant Log Book.
  • Monitor cleaning systems continuously to maintain optimal operation; record any irregularities or problems in the Prep Plant Log Book.
  • Ensure proper functioning of stock preparation equipment, including unlocking cleaners, vibrating screens, and thickeners.
  • Assist the process operator in monitoring and controlling stock preparation using the computer control system to maintain a steady supply of stock at required specifications.
  • Manage a team consisting of four operators, one cleaner, and four Hyster drivers.

Liquid Packaging Pulper Operator

Mpact Paper
12.2015 - 10.2016
  • Ensure the Board Machines are supplied with the right quantity of fibre at the right quality at the right time.
  • Conduct first line maintenance and fault finding on equipment.
  • Conduct process fault finding.
  • Ensure the Reject Handling system is functioning optimally.
  • Ensure the Screening, Cleaning and Refining system is functioning optimally.
  • Ensure the Pulping system is functioning optimally.

BM3 Wet-End Operator

Mpact Paper
07.2014 - 12.2015
  • Ensure the condition of felts and wires is optimally maintained. Feeding paper efficiently on board breaks. Maintain showers within the Wet End area.
  • Prepare, start, stop, flush, and adjust chemicals as per grade and quality requirements.
  • Prepare, start, stop, flush, and adjust refiners as per grade and quality requirements.

Production Learner

Mpact Paper
02.2013 - 07.2014
  • Tasked with acquiring proficiency in all operational areas.
  • Assist with tasks under supervision.
  • Ensure safety adherence.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Collaborated effectively within teams.
  • Dedicated to ongoing development.

Impala Platinum

Chemical Engineering Internship
02.2012 - 02.2013
  • Participate in all mandatory training and development programs as assigned.
  • Submit reports in accordance with training requirements.
  • Offer technical assistance to operational teams to support the achievement of business objectives and performance targets.

Education

BCOM Financial Management -

UNISA
01-2025

Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management -

MANCOSA
01-2019

BTech in Pulp And Paper Technology -

Durban University of Technology
01-2015

National Diploma in Chemical Engineering -

University of Johannesburg
01-2012

National Senior Certificate -

Marude High School
01-2009

Skills

  • Team Leadership & Supervision
  • Process Engineering
  • Process Optimization
  • Quality Assurance & Control
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Team development
  • Decision-Making

Websites

Timeline

Clarification Manager

Mpact Paper
05.2025 - Current

BM3 Production Manager

Mpact Paper
09.2023 - Current

BM3 Production Superintendent

Mpact Paper
10.2019 - 09.2023

BM3 Shift Supervisor

Mpact Paper
10.2017 - 09.2019

Stock Preparation Plant Operator (Team Leader)

Mpact Paper
10.2016 - 10.2017

Liquid Packaging Pulper Operator

Mpact Paper
12.2015 - 10.2016

BM3 Wet-End Operator

Mpact Paper
07.2014 - 12.2015

Production Learner

Mpact Paper
02.2013 - 07.2014

Impala Platinum

Chemical Engineering Internship
02.2012 - 02.2013

Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management -

MANCOSA

BTech in Pulp And Paper Technology -

Durban University of Technology

National Diploma in Chemical Engineering -

University of Johannesburg

National Senior Certificate -

Marude High School

BCOM Financial Management -

UNISA

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