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Thabiso Kwele
Germiston
Summary
Dedicated Quality Control Inspector with 10 years of specialized experience and 18 years in the manufacturing sector, consistently ensuring product excellence and adherence to industry standards. Expertise in quality management, safety protocols, and effective communication fosters a culture of collaboration and operational efficiency. Proficient in interpreting technical drawings and employing precise measuring techniques, driving continuous improvement and compliance with regulations. A track record of delivering high-quality results while maintaining a clean and safe working environment. Committed to leveraging extensive knowledge in manufacturing and quality assurance to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Receiving & Despatch Clerk
Bosco Printed Circuit Board
Edenvale
02.2023 - 04.2025
- Verified finished goods received forms against QA job cards before packing.
- Checked PC reference numbers, quantities, and customer delivery dates.
- Inspected items for damage before packing and flagged special-handling boards.
- Accurately weighed and counted boards using approved measuring equipment.
- Bubble-wrapped PC boards using shrinking machine for secure protection.
- Generated packing slips and box labels using Bosco packing programme.
- Marked and labelled boxes for clear identification during dispatch.
- Placed inventory items into allocated bin locations using trolleys or forklifts.
- Picked and packed orders promptly to provide quick customer service.
- Kept work area and equipment clean, orderly, and compliant with safety rules.
- Reason for leaving:- Company shut down
- Gross Salary:-R10000,00
Quality Control Inspector
Circuit Breaker Industry
Germiston
05.2011 - 02.2022
- Read and interpret drawings for inspection planning and acceptance criteria checks.
- Conduct incoming raw-material inspections against job specifications and tolerances.
- Analyse product-defect trends and recommend quality cost reductions to supervisors.
- Assist root cause analysis and corrective action plans for non-conforming products.
- Develop and maintain quality records with accurate, up-to-date details.
- Perform in-process inspections to confirm manufacturing meets required standards.
- Roving check work every 45 minutes to catch deviations early.
- Work independently while maintaining consistent inspection coverage and standards.
- Train junior quality inspectors on inspection methods and documentation requirements.
- Work shift patterns as needed and accept overtime when required.
- Report quality variances to supervisors with clear, timely observations.
- Complete final inspection and approval before release to next stage.
- Record inspection results to maintain traceable quality history for audits.
- Inspect and test product parts and materials for specification compliance.
- Perform final inspections of finished products before customer dispatch.
- Mark items with grade and acceptance or rejection status during checks.
- Monitor production processes for deviations and initiate immediate corrective measures.
- Ensure quality and safety using measurement, weighing, and testing equipment.
- Prepare samples for third-party testing and monitor results for compliance.
- Notify supervisors of production problems and support remediation actions.
- Conduct thorough incoming inspections to maintain manufacturing quality standards.
- Use calibration equipment to inspect precision-machined components accurately.
- Resolve quality issues promptly to support corrective and preventative actions.
- Develop and maintain quality control checklists for production inspection stages.
- Collaborate with production teams to identify root causes and act quickly.
- Wrap and box quality-graded tested products for delivery.
- Reason for leaving:Pursue Farming
- Gross Salary:-R14000-00
Material Handler
Circuit Breaker Industry
Germiston
08.2008 - 05.2011
- Ordered raw materials from main stores and transferred finished stock to stores.
- Completed housekeeping duties to keep work areas safe and ready.
- Assisted the operator during manufacturing to maintain steady workflow continuity.
- Supported picking, packing, and processing tasks to improve warehouse efficiency.
- Removed damaged products quickly and replaced them with quality stock.
- Followed hazardous-material handling guidelines to prioritise safety and compliance.
- Picked customer orders to meet productivity targets.
- Operated equipment to move heavy materials while following health and safety rules.
- Communicated with team members to keep warehouse operations running smoothly.
- Used barcode scanners and supporting technology to speed material handling.
- Reported missing and damaged items to management to resolve stock issues.
- Secured loads on crates to minimise breakage during transport.
- Picked, packed, and labelled shipments for accurate dispatch.
- Maintained a clean, organised environment to reduce potential hazards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver materials on time.
- Reason for leaving: Promotion
- Gross Salary: R7000-00
Machine Operator
Azteca Mexican Products
Midrand
03.2007 - 08.2008
- Controlling and adjusting machine settings (e.g. speed).
- Feeding raw material.
- Maintained clean and organised work areas.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations, promoting a safe working environment.
- Followed strict clean-up protocols after each production run, maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
- Operated a variety of machinery, adhering strictly to safety protocols and operational guidelines to maintain workplace safety.
- Maintained assigned equipment, performing daily inspections to ensure compliance with operational and safety requirements.
- Adjusted machine settings for different production runs, ensuring precision and compliance with product specifications.
- Set-up machines for various jobs for high-quality manufacturing and waste reduction.
- Worked flexibly across multiple production lines, adapting quickly to new processes and machinery to meet changing production needs.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products, identifying defects and initiating corrective actions to uphold quality standards.
- Fed machines with appropriate raw materials and tools to facilitate goods production.
- Read and interpreted Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to complete work accurately and efficiently.
- Sealing the end products.
- Performed daily and weekly preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal operation.
- Followed standard operating procedures (SOPs) to safely operate machines and prevent accidents.
- Monitored and adjusted machine settings to maintain optimal production levels and quality standards.
- Reason for Leaving: Contract had expired.
- Gross Salary:-R5000-00
Bolter Assistant
DSE Structural Engineering
Vanderbijlpark
03.2005 - 12.2005
- Mounted drill bits into chucks and secured them on bolting machines daily.
- Tested bolts using torque wrench to meet specified tension values.
- Removed drill bits from chucks immediately after drilling each hole.
- Reason for leaving: Contract had expired
- Gross Salary:-R7500-00
Education
Matric - Passed matrix
Lefikeng Secondary School
Bloemfontein12-2002
Programme Total Quality Management -
UNISA
Pretoria10-2021
First Line Management -
Dyna Training Academy
Johannesburg08-2021
Engineering Studies - Doing N courses
Motheo FET College
Bloemfontein08-2006
Core Supervisory Skills -
SSETA
Cape Town06-2022
Skills
- Adaptability
- Effective Time Management
- Fast Learner
- Communication
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Safety Principles
- Weighing Scale Operation
- Circuit Breakers
- Quality Management
- Knowledge of Packaging and Processing
- Expediting
- Forklift Trucks
- Stock Control
- Quality Control
- Interpreting Technical Drawings
- Testing Skills
- Voltmeter
- Raw Materials
- Manufacturing
- Housekeeping Skills
- Knowledge of Mathematics
- Total Quality Management
- Communication Skills
- ISO 9000
- Drilling Operations
- Torque
- Wrenches
- Presentations
- Time Management
Interests
Declaration
- I hereby declare that the information I have provided is accurate and honesty.
Thabiso Kwele 11/07/2026
Finalisation
- Interim foreman for 4 years hands on experience, attending meetings in the mornings for orders planning, production target, running production, sending Emails during the day for correspondence from me to others. Ensuring that the finished production has gone on time. I sometimes knock off late if we haven’t reached the target or there is an extra duty to be performed on that particular day. 3 years hands on experience on Meters Material handler, painting shells, ordering the components, taking the finished products to Dispatch department. Additionally of 2 years in Dispatch & Packaging Clerk thus: -
responsible for the efficient and accurate handling of outgoing goods,from preparation to
shipment. This includes tasks like packing, labeling, documenting, & coordinating the
dispatch process. They also ensure ensure that all goods are handled with care,that
paperwork is accurate,& that shipments are dispatched on time.
Custom
- Jogging
- Reading
- Watching movies
- Learning a new language
Timeline
Receiving & Despatch Clerk
Bosco Printed Circuit Board
02.2023 - 04.2025
Quality Control Inspector
Circuit Breaker Industry
05.2011 - 02.2022
Material Handler
Circuit Breaker Industry
08.2008 - 05.2011
Machine Operator
Azteca Mexican Products
03.2007 - 08.2008
Bolter Assistant
DSE Structural Engineering
03.2005 - 12.2005
Matric - Passed matrix
Lefikeng Secondary School
Programme Total Quality Management -
UNISA
First Line Management -
Dyna Training Academy
Engineering Studies - Doing N courses
Motheo FET College
Core Supervisory Skills -
SSETA