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SHAWN WILLIAMS

Potchefstroom
SHAWN WILLIAMS

Summary

Result-driven Operations Manager with over 6 years of progressive leadership experience in high-capacity manufacturing and agri-processing environments. Currently overseeing a 280-ton per 24-hour production facility delivering approximately 6200 tons per month while leading a 19-person workforce.

Proven ability to optimize production performance, implement structured preventative maintenance systems, and reduced downtime by 30%.

Strong background in cost control, financial oversight, compliance governance, logistics coordination, and workforce development.

Recognized for aligning operational strategy with margin protection, improving process efficiency, strengthening audit readiness, and building disciplined, high-performing teams in demanding production environments.

Overview

7
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

WORLDWATCH-TRADING & MILLING
Ventersdorp, South Africa

Operations Manager
02.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Provide full operational and strategic leadership of a 280-ton per 24-hour maize milling facility producing 6200 tons monthly.
  • Lead end-to-end milling operations including intake, conditioning, milling, sifting, packaging, and dispatch.
  • Implemented structured preventative maintenance program resulting in a 30% reduction in downtime.
  • Align production targets with cost-control strategies to protect and improve operational margins.
  • Supervise and manage 19 employees including scheduling, performance management, training, and discipline.
  • Accountable for HACCP , FSSC 22000 , PPECB, HALAAL compliance, ensuring audit readiness and regulatory adherence.
  • Oversee debtors, creditors, reporting, and operational reporting, and documentation contributing to financial control.
  • Control raw maize procurement flow, packaging materials, by-products and finished goods inventory.
  • Coordinate transport logistics, dispatch planning, and direct client communication.

WORLDWATCH-TRADING & MILLING
Ventersdorp, South Africa

Production Supervisor
02.2019 - 02.2022

Job overview

  • Supervised daily production operations to maintain output targets and quality standards.
  • Improved workflow efficiency through effective resource allocations and scheduling adjustments.
  • Reduced waste and improved productivity by applying lean manufacturing principles.
  • Monitor production processes, conducted inspections, and implemented corrective actions to improve product quality.
  • Coordinated cross-departmentally to ensure smooth intake-to-dispatch product flow.
  • Trained and developed production staff to meet operational and safety standards.
  • Established clear production priorities and enforced performance accountability across shifts.

Education

SOUTH AFRICAN GRAIN MILLING ACADEMY

SAGMA NATIONAL MAIZE MILLING PROGRAM from Operations / Milling Technology
2025

University Overview

SAGMA

Grade MB & MA

Trade test achieved.

SKILLS ACADEMY

SHORT COURSE from ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS
2025

University Overview

short course

ALISON

Certificate from Farm Management And Maintenance
2025

University Overview

CPD CERTIFIED CERTIFICATE

Skills

    • Operational strategy & Performance Optimization
    • Preventative Maintenance Systems Implementation
    • Compliance & Audit Governance (HACCP, FSSC 22000, PPECB, Halaal)
    • Cost Control & Margin Protection
    • Lean Manufacturing & Waste Reduction
    • Workforce Leadership (19 Staff)
    • Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination

Personal Information

Certifications

06-2023

Certification

  • NATIONAL TRAINING SCHEME FOR WHEAT & MAIZE MILLERS CERTIFICATE

  • NATIONAL TRAINING SCHEME FOR WHEAT & MAIZE MILLERS TRADE-TEST CERTIFICATE

  • ALISON FARM MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE CERTIFICATE

  • SKILLS ACADEMY ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS CERTIFICATE

Timeline

Operations Manager

WORLDWATCH-TRADING & MILLING
02.2022 - Current

Production Supervisor

WORLDWATCH-TRADING & MILLING
02.2019 - 02.2022

SOUTH AFRICAN GRAIN MILLING ACADEMY

SAGMA NATIONAL MAIZE MILLING PROGRAM from Operations / Milling Technology

SKILLS ACADEMY

SHORT COURSE from ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS

ALISON

Certificate from Farm Management And Maintenance
SHAWN WILLIAMS