Suraj Nagar
production manager and sales representative
Johannesburg
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sales representative and Production Manager
Sure Signs
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2017 - Current
- Reduced allowance spending by improving timing and quality of operational processes.
- Hired, supervised and coached four employees on sales strategies to optimize performance.
- Drove team and company profits by developing and strengthening relationships with industry partners and potential clients.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of competitor products and pricing in market served.
- Created production and sales reports by tracking weekly sales.
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
- Executed direct sales from manufacturers to customers to improve profitability within retail environment.
- Evaluated inventory and delivery needs and optimized strategies to meet customer demands.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
Production Supervisor
Sure Signs
Johannesburg, Gauteng
05.2016 - 12.2017
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies and organizing manpower.
- Monitored materials use to identify concerns and keep costs low.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Reduced obstacles and variables to maintain production performance and meet deadlines.
- Reduced inventory and monthly team labor hours by strategically updating processes and reorganizing operational workflows.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
Machine Operator
Sure Signs
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2014 - 04.2016
- Tightened or loosened fountain thumbscrews to adjust ink flow.
- Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
- Employed root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
- Inspected machines and performed repairs.
- Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Wrote clear and concise work instructions.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
- Performed accurate [Type] tool changes and offsets.
- Verified appropriate product lubrication and cooling throughout machine operation.
- Completed manual adjustments and tooling changes in absence of automatic programming.
Technician
Fire Genie
Johannesburg
01.2013 - 04.2014
Sales Representative
Sure Signs
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Expanded customer base and boosted profit within product line.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Effectively sold significant overstock of inventory, reducing overhead and improving cash flow.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
Education
High School Diploma -
St John's College
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2009 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Commerce - Supply Chain & Logistics Management
Damelin
Randburg 01.2019 - 12.2022
Skills
Production optimization
Production line management
Production planning
Manufacturing
Timeline
Bachelor of Commerce - Supply Chain & Logistics Management
Damelin
01.2019 - 12.2022
Sales representative and Production Manager
Sure Signs
01.2017 - Current
Production Supervisor
Sure Signs
05.2016 - 12.2017
Machine Operator
Sure Signs
01.2014 - 04.2016
Technician
Fire Genie
01.2013 - 04.2014
Sales Representative
Sure Signs
01.2011 - 12.2013
High School Diploma -
St John's College
01.2009 - 12.2010