Samukelo Mngadi
Chemical Engineering
Durban
Summary
Experienced and well-established chemical engineering professional with three and the half (3.5) years of experience. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Chemical Process Engineer Intern
Sappi Southern Africa
04.2023 - 03.2024
- updating P&IDa for the Woodyard, MgO Recoveries, Bleaching 4, and Continua 5 sections.
- Conducted technical feasibility studies for the introduction of new product lines.
- Reviewing FDS and BOP and align with the process.
- Populating input analysis and reporting nuisance alarms and any discrepancies.
- Isometric drawings for pump calculations on MS Office excel.
- Investigating water saving techniques using quantitative data analysis.
- Root cause analysis and Feasibility study.
- Creating notifications on SAP
- Coordinate with the process engineers to develop improvement strategies.
Process Controller
FFS Refiners
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Coordinated with vendors on equipment upgrades, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems without disrupting operations.
- Reduced operational costs for the company through effective monitoring of equipment performance and proactive maintenance scheduling.
- Enhanced product quality by closely monitoring key process parameters and making necessary adjustments in realtime.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to design innovative solutions for persistent process control issues, resulting in improved system reliability.
- Streamlined communication between departments, effectively addressing process-related concerns and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Maintained meticulous documentation of all process changes, enabling accurate knowledge transfer among team members during shift handovers.
- Analyzed process data using statistical tools, identifying patterns that led to more informed decision-making regarding system improvements.
- Investigated customer complaints to take necessary corrective actions.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
Production Process Trainee
Veolia Water Technologies
02.2020 - 05.2021
- Participated in continuous improvement projects, utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues and improve overall plant performance.
- Supported plant-wide efforts to maintain ISO certifications through rigorous adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of all chemical inventories, ensuring proper storage and handling procedures were followed.
- Performed laboratory testing to ensure product quality met customer specifications and industry standards.
- Ensured safety standards compliance with thorough equipment inspections and prompt maintenance.
- Reduced waste generation by closely monitoring process parameters and making necessary adjustments.
- Actively participated in safety training sessions, fostering a culture of accountability within the workplace environment.
- Worked effectively under pressure during process upsets or emergencies, quickly identifying root causes for resolution.
- Streamlined operations, performing routine checks on chemical levels and system performance.
- Managed daily production activities, coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and operational goals.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Chemical Engineering
Mangosuthu University of Technology
Durban 04.2001 -
Skills
Operating Procedure Design
Qualitative Analysis
Risk Management
Technical report writing
Root Cause Analysis
Experiment Design
Laboratory testing and analysis
Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams
Fluid Dynamics Knowledge
Team Collaboration and Communication
Hazard analysis techniques
Material and energy balances
Certification
Hazard and Operability studies (HAZOP)
Timeline
Job Safety Analysis
02-2024
Lean Manufacturing
01-2024
Hazard and Operability studies (HAZOP)
11-2023
SAP Notifications and Work Order Management
08-2023
Chemical Process Engineer Intern
Sappi Southern Africa
04.2023 - 03.2024
Process Controller
FFS Refiners
02.2022 - 02.2023
Production Process Trainee
Veolia Water Technologies
02.2020 - 05.2021
Advanced Diploma - Chemical Engineering
Mangosuthu University of Technology
04.2001 -