Solidworks
Mechanical Engineering Graduate
SAKHILE Sandile MHLONGO
Mechanical Engineering Graduate
Parktown
Summary
I “Sakhile Sandile Mhlongo” an Aspiring Professional Engineering Technologist and or Mechanical Engineer Graduate holding his Bachelor of Technology and a National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Johannesburg. I have more than 4 years’ experience working as a CNC Machine Operator, CNC Material Handler, Mechanical Engineering Graduate Trainee, COGTA Trainee and a Mechanical Engineering In-Service Trainee (P1/P2). I always believe that my hands-on experience coupled with the growing knowledge I gained during my studies and during field work prepared me to make a solid contribution in any Mechanical and Electrical Engineering related field. With a solid foundation in Mechanical Engineering, I am always prepared to put my knowledge and abilities to deliver the best results in everything that I do, while gaining immeasurable experience and skills to advance my career pursuit. I am self-motivated, goal orientated, driven and an individual who believes in lifting and empowering others, through the knowledge I acquired, and experiences gained overtime.
Overview
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Work History
CNC Materials Handler
Centurion System (Manufacturing and Automation Industry)
Centurion Systems
05.2022 - Current
- Stock Preparation: Preparing and delivering stock for upcoming orders in each machine cell, maintaining a well-coordinated production flow
- Safety Talk: Practice and improve safety every day to avoid unnecessary accidents
- Timely Delivery: Ensuring accurate and timely delivery of correct parts in properly labelled bins or trolleys to meet production requirements
- Process Continuity: Guaranteeing the smooth transition of parts from one operation to the next by presenting them in the correct manner
- Product Expertise: Possessing strong product and process knowledge to identify and deliver the right stock for each machine cell
- SAP Coordination: Releasing and coordinating production orders in SAP, accompanied by necessary documentation like drawings
- Accurate Record-Keeping: Completing precise confirmations on SAP during stock transfers and maintaining accurate records
- Kanban System: Managing Kanban bins physically and in the SAP system, ensuring a continuous material supply
- Effective Communication: Maintaining open communication channels with operators, foremen, and relevant staff to ensure production runs smoothly
- Manage Artisans: Developing of personal and sustain continuous improvement
- Safety and Housekeeping: Adhering to established health, safety, and housekeeping guidelines to maintain a safe and organized work environment
- Administrative Support: Performing administrative tasks as required, contributing to the overall efficiency of operations
- (Such as Eff reports, Daily target sheets, Drawings, Data capturing, 5S audits, usage reports such as tooling, oil, etc per machine/person where needed).
Mechanical Engineering: Plant Maintenance and Mobile Plant Supervisor
Afrimat Aggregate KZN (Vryheid & Dundee Queries)
KwaZulu-Natal
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Awareness in Weigh Bridge in sales department and Grading Lab.
- Specialization in Plant Maintenance, duties included: Mechanical pumps and valves maintenance to feed water to the plant to minimize dust
- Changing of moulds in screens, shooters and changing of roller in the conveyor belts
- Cone crusher and jaw maintenance such as lubrication of bearing in the pulley, make sure guard securely fitted and changing of v-belts on the pulley
- Boiler making and fitter duties were done especially during maintenance
- Specialization in maintenance of earth moving machines such as ADT dumper, FEL, Excavator, water truck, diesel pump, generator, concrete trucks and query vehicles duties included: Minor and major service of all mechanical machines
- Individual projects completed successfully were oil pump system and temporary washing plant system
- Selected to be a mobile plant supervisor such as promoting safety protocols and supervision of staff
- Provided the plant with consumables such as diesel and making sure there is safety in the work place
- Compiled and submitted report of stock taking, diesel usage and material produced in its categories.
COGTA Trainee
UThukela District Municipality (Pump Maintenance)
KwaZulu-Natal: Ladysmith
06.2020 - 03.2021
- Awareness in water works sites
- Awareness in Municipality Departments
- Specialization in Water treatment and Maintenance, duties included: Mechanical pumps and valves maintenance in different sites
- Submit weekly technical reports about the plants I worked on over the week.
Mechanical Engineering In-Service Trainee (P1/P2)
Resolution Circle (Manufacturing Industry)
02.2018 - 05.2020
- Awareness in Automation Workshop
- Awareness in Electronics Workshop
- Specialization in Electrical Workshop, duties which included: Domestic wiring (Layout of a DB, Wiring the domestic wiring panels and do tests) Motor controls (phasing, connected type of starters, both control and power circuits)
- Specialization in Fitting and Turning workshop, duties which included: Operating of CNC and Horizontal Manual Metal Lathe Machines, Vertical Milling Machines, Wire cut, grinding machines and press drill machines
- Mechanical general maintenance, Solid-works, First Aid Training level one, Project Management short course and Commercial Engineering Projects
- Supervisor assistant in Carpentry, Boiler Making, Fitting and Turning workshop
- Worked as an assistance and as a mentor of P1 and P2 students when doing their projects.
Education
Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg 10.2020
National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg 04.2019
Skills
Proficiency in SolidWorks software, AutoCAD, and MS Office suite
Basic knowledge of CNC Programming (Turning), SAP and Shop-ware systems
Good knowledge of the principles and practices of mechanical engineering problems involved in the design, utilization and installation of mechanical equipment
Enthusiastic Candidate Engineering Technologist with good technical knowledge
Ability to perform mathematical computations applied to engineering problems
Exceptional project and people management skills
Strong technical and analytical skills
Able to fault find and work with diagnostic equipment
Excellent knowledge of 3D modelling, simulation, and Visual Graphics Rendering software
Proactive, resourceful and highly motivated with good communication skills
Accomplishments
Mechanical Engineering Practical 1 and 2
Goals
- Pursue leadership opportunities within the field, such as being a supervisor.
- To continuously improve technical skills through workshops, training programs, and self-study.
- To build a strong professional network within the Mechanical Engineering field.
- Short-term goal: Obtain Government Certificate of Competency & register as a professional on ECSA.
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Black Male
Acquiredcertifications
- First Aid Training level 1
- Project Management short course
- CNC Turning Programming: Level 1 and 2
- Overhead Crane Certificate
- SAP & Shopware Training
Licence
Code 10 & PrPD
Personal Information
Nationality: South African
References
- Phumlani Mchunu, Afrimat, Diesel Mechanic, 083 449 7700
- Edmund Mthembu, Centurion Systems, Foreman, 084 589 2941
Volunteer Experience
- Mathematics & Physical Sciences Tutor (High School Learners)
- Plant Operator (Jaw – Operator), Plant Maintenance & Diesel Mechanic Assistance.
Software
Interests
Entry-level Position for Mechanical Engineering Graduate
Timeline
CNC Materials Handler
Centurion System (Manufacturing and Automation Industry)
05.2022 - Current
Mechanical Engineering: Plant Maintenance and Mobile Plant Supervisor
Afrimat Aggregate KZN (Vryheid & Dundee Queries)
04.2021 - 04.2022
COGTA Trainee
UThukela District Municipality (Pump Maintenance)
06.2020 - 03.2021
Mechanical Engineering In-Service Trainee (P1/P2)
Resolution Circle (Manufacturing Industry)
02.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Johannesburg
National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Johannesburg