Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Languages
Languages
Additional Information
Timeline
SHINGIRIRAI CHAPWANYA

SHINGIRIRAI CHAPWANYA

Rowallan, Gqeberha

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Composite Laminator

Bonzai Marine Services Pvt Ltd, RSA
Rowallan Park, Gqeberha
08.2022 - Current
  • Composite Boat Repairs, fiberglass, Deck fitting, cutting off old decks and fitting new one, Gelcoat fixing and finishing, Fitting components electrical and other marine kits' I have a lot of technical experience and exposure across many fields and industries I have worked in.
  • Applied waxes to various surfaces to remove and fix pre-laminated areas.
  • Manufactured fiberglass components and structures according to strict order details.
  • Safely checked materials, positions, adhesion and appearance for each product before initiating full production.
  • Designed strict maintenance schedules for equipment and tools to increase longevity
  • Checked daily work orders and confirmed inventories of correct materials needed for tasks.
  • Adhered to company, production and safety procedures to maintain optimal working conditions.
  • Inspected finished product by checking appearance, measurements and looking for defects such as dead spots or bubbles.
  • Managed lamination process by observing cure time and surface temperature to adjust for quality results.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Sales Rep/Installer/Quality

Pro-Stitch Trading
Port Elizabeth
02.2017 - Current
  • Worked on special projects such as reupholstering.
  • Processed written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
  • Set up and performed hand and automatic assembly operations on components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.
  • Added materials and built up cardboard to pad seats and arms.
  • Completed quality records, scrap reports and machine logs in database.
  • Fit material on frames using glue, staples and tools.
  • Examined furniture frames, upholstery, springs and webbing to locate and repair defects.
  • Designed upholstery layout patterns and cutting plans based on sketches, customer descriptions or blueprints.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Boat Builder

Aeretek Composites Pvt Ltd
Rocklands, Uitenhage
02.2014 - 06.2022
  • Fabricated components for installation by cutting, bending and welding metal parts using equipment.
  • Maintained sufficient access to ship supplied by budgeting, monitoring inventory and submitting orders for restocking.
  • Assessed all mechanisms and components for operability, safety and compliance with relevant regulatory codes.
  • Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
  • Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
  • Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
  • Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
  • Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
  • Installed windows, flooring or trim using hand or power tools.
  • Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
  • Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
  • Adhered to project blueprints and requirements to deliver quality work.
  • Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
  • Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
  • Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
  • Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.

Fiberglass Laminator/Technician Specialist

Kamassi Craft Pvt Ltd
Rowallan Park, Gqeberha
12.2011 - 12.2013
  • Responsibilities: Laminating, Laying up of fibreglass laminates, Mould preparation, reading drawings, General fabrication, General Fibreglass Repairer, Gelcoat fixing, Making moulds off templates or existing product, fitting plumbing fittings etc
  • Maintained up-to-date case documentation for future reference.
  • Pressed layers of saturated fiberglass mat or cloth into molds, smoothed wrinkles and removed air bubbles to fabricate quality product.
  • Inspected finished product by checking appearance, measurements and looking for defects such as dead spots or bubbles.
  • Sprayed gel coat on fiberglass molds to specified thickness to protect fiberglass exterior.
  • Added catalysts to resin and applied mixture to pre-cut fiberglass material.
  • Trimmed excess fiberglass from edges to remove unnecessary material.
  • Molded fiberglass from chopped fiberglass and resin materials using pneumatic chopper spray guns.
  • Managed lamination process by observing cure time and surface temperature to adjust for quality results.
  • Operated and adjusted laminating equipment by controlling speed, pressure and temperature.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Security Guard/Weighbridge Operator/ Alarm Technician

Multilink Corporation/ Securico Security Services
Harare
01.2009 - 09.2010
  • Reason for departure: Looking for a more challenging job and greener pastures
  • Tested equipment, connections and signals to verify security system functionality.
  • Communicated with customers regarding progress of equipment installation projects.
  • Installed and repaired enterprise access controls, analog, digital CCTV and network configurations.
  • Reviewed life safety and security systems for code compliance.
  • Trained associates on proper operation of security systems to prevent false alarms.
  • Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.

Education

National Diploma Production Engineering - Production Engineering

Harare Polytechnic, Harare
11.2011

(still Studying )

Some College (No Degree) - Marine Surveying And Engineering

Udemy, Online

GCSE Ordinary Level -

DZ1 High Sch

Management of Information Systems (IT) Certificate -

Beverly Hills College

Electrical Trade Theory Diploma N1-N6 - Electrical Engineering

Intec College, RSA

Some College (No Degree) - Solar Design Installation

Alison, Online
  • Completed continuing education in Solar Design and installation calculations

Skills

  • I have a valid Driving license in RSA(Code 10PdP allows one to drive heavy duty non articulated vehicles) and Zim (Class 2 Heavy loads including articulated vehicles)
  • Fiberglass Repair
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Schematic Interpretation
  • Production Processes
  • Resin Pumping
  • Microsoft Office
  • Data Management
  • Team Management
  • Customer Service
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Training & Development
  • Work Planning and Prioritization

References

REFERENCES: Available on request

Languages

  • English(written and spoken), IsiXhosa (spoken), Shona (Home )

    • Languages

    English, Shona
    First Language

    Additional Information

    • Gender: MALE
    • Date of birth: 09 Jan 1989
    • Languages: English(written and spoken), IsiXhosa (spoken), Shona (Home )
    • Nationality: Zimbabwean
    • Hobbies: Reading, Traveling and Watching sports
    • I have a valid Driving license in RSA(Code 10+PdP allow to drive ) and Zim (Class 2)

    Timeline

    Composite Laminator - Bonzai Marine Services Pvt Ltd, RSA
    08.2022 - Current
    Sales Rep/Installer/Quality - Pro-Stitch Trading
    02.2017 - Current
    Boat Builder - Aeretek Composites Pvt Ltd
    02.2014 - 06.2022
    Fiberglass Laminator/Technician Specialist - Kamassi Craft Pvt Ltd
    12.2011 - 12.2013
    Security Guard/Weighbridge Operator/ Alarm Technician - Multilink Corporation/ Securico Security Services
    01.2009 - 09.2010
    Harare Polytechnic - National Diploma Production Engineering, Production Engineering
    Udemy - Some College (No Degree), Marine Surveying And Engineering
    DZ1 High Sch - GCSE Ordinary Level,
    Beverly Hills College - Management of Information Systems (IT) Certificate,
    Intec College - Electrical Trade Theory Diploma N1-N6, Electrical Engineering
    Alison - Some College (No Degree), Solar Design Installation

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