Experienced and results-oriented Production Manager & Industrial Engineer with over four years of expertise in efficiently managing daily operations and supervising teams to enhance productivity, safety, quality, and team cohesion within production environments. Demonstrated success in implementing lean methodologies and spearheading continuous improvement strategies to realize organizational objectives.
Hi, I’m
SANDISO MJIKELWA
Production Manager And Senior Industrial Engineer
Durban
Summary
Overview
8
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
5
Languages
Work History
Ninian and Lester (Pty) Ltd
Production Manager
8 2020 - Current
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, resulting in better collaboration and alignment with project objectives.
- Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands, and business forecasts.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing departments to align production schedules with demand forecasts, maximizing both efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Championed sustainability initiatives within organisation, reducing environmental impact through waste reduction and energy-efficient practices.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
- Mentored junior staff members on best practices in production management, cultivating skilled workforce capable of tackling complex challenges head on.
- Introduced automation and technological advancements to production floor, leading to increased efficiency and reduced labor costs.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs for equipment, extending their lifespan and minimizing downtime due to malfunctions.
- Developed comprehensive training program for new hires, resulting in higher employee retention rates and faster integration into team.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Monitored team budgets to keep projects on task and avoid waste.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
Ninian and Lester (Pty) Ltd
Industrial Engineer
01.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Conduct production studies which include stamp and time activity sampling, production method, and breakdown
- Identify and lead production and procurement improvement projects through time and motion study, root cause analysis, bottleneck studies, and other tools
- Conduct labor studies to identify labor usage variances, improvement opportunities, and recommend improvement through procedural and/or equipment changes
- Generate and maintain labor standards for all operations and report on efficiency and utilization based on standards
- Develop and maintain standards and control for production yield, machine capacities, and efficiency from raw material receipt to finished goods
- Analyze and recommend plant and equipment layouts and equipment vendors for new equipment opportunities
- Assess current and future capacity requirements by utilizing value stream mapping and capacity methodologies
- Support efforts to meet the manufacturing planning schedule requirements by improving equipment utilization, engineering processes/procedures, production methods, and material usage/flow.
Ninian and Lester (Pty) Ltd
Industrial Engineer Trainee
07.2016 - 07.2019
Job overview
- Conduct production time studies, activity sampling, process, and value stream mapping
- Conduct activity sampling
- Improving systems
- Develop communication procedures for better flow of information between departments
- Develop standards for production processes
- Assisted pattern-making makers with developing patterns for new products
- Worked in B.O.M (Bill of Material) department as BOM facilitator as part of training.
- Analyzed system performance using simulation software, leading to targeted improvements in processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product quality and reduce defects.
- Reduced waste in manufacturing process through data analysis and lean methodology implementation.
- Worked closely with industrial professionals to expand upon acquired training with practical knowledge
Education
Durban University of TechnologyDurban, South Africa
BTech: Industrial Engineering
02.2019 - 04.2020
University Overview
Durban University of TechnologyDurban, South Africa
National Diploma in Industrial Engineering
07.2014 - 04.2017
University Overview
Emang Mmogo Comprehensive SchoolKimberley, South Africa
Matric Certificate
01.2010 - 04.2012
University Overview
Skills
Microsoft Word
Personal Information
Personal Information
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
References
References
Mr. P. Dlamini, Ninian and Lester (Pty) Ltd, Production Planner, 031 303 1422, 031 303 1477, phiwe.dlamini@jockey.co.zaTimeline
Durban University of Technology
BTech: Industrial Engineering
02.2019 - 04.2020
Industrial Engineer
Ninian and Lester (Pty) Ltd
01.2017 - Current
Industrial Engineer Trainee
Ninian and Lester (Pty) Ltd
07.2016 - 07.2019
Durban University of Technology
National Diploma in Industrial Engineering
07.2014 - 04.2017
Emang Mmogo Comprehensive School
Matric Certificate
01.2010 - 04.2012
Production Manager
Ninian and Lester (Pty) Ltd
8 2020 - Current
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