THOBILE MTHETHWA
Richards bay
Summary
A dedicated professional with hands-on experience in the sugar industry, demonstrating strong work ethic and technical skills. Eager to expand my expertise into process manufacturing across diverse sectors. Passionate about contributing to a dynamic team, learning new processes, and driving operational excellence. Committed to growth and collaborative success within your organization.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pan Boiler
Tongaat Hulett Sugar
11.2023 - Current
- Produced high-quality sugar by ensuring optimal size, color, and quantity standards.
- Managed boiling of massecuite in batch and continuous pans to maintain consistent production flow with minimal delays.
- Troubleshot and resolved operational issues related to pans and vessels operating under vacuum pressure to ensure continuous process efficiency.
- Maintained appropriate stock levels to prevent spillages and ensure smooth operation of the boiling process.
- Monitored utility consumption, including water and steam, to minimize waste and optimize resource utilization.
Trainee Pan Boiler
Tongaat Hulett Sugar
12.2021 - 11.2023
- Gained hands-on experience operating plant process lines and equipment under vacuum pressure conditions.
- Learned to efficiently boil massecuite to produce high-quality sugar, ensuring adherence to process standards.
- Developed understanding of process targets and monitored operational parameters to meet quality and production goals.
- Identified and diagnosed issues affecting process efficiency, contributing to troubleshooting efforts when targets were not achieved.
- Conducted troubleshooting on vacuum vessels to resolve issues related to vacuum pressure deviations, maintaining optimal process conditions.
Plant Operator
SMS consulting
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Monitored daily plant operations to ensure efficient and safe performance.
- Conducted routine inspections of plant equipment to identify potential issues and maintain optimal functionality.
- Performed operational maintenance tasks to support continuous plant productivity and reliability.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization within the plant area to promote safety and operational efficiency.
- Troubleshot equipment and system faults to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations.
- Reported all equipment defects and breakdowns promptly to supervisors for timely resolution.
- Ensured compliance with safety and environmental regulations during all operational activities.
Process Trainee (In-Service Training)
Tongaat Hulett Sugar- felixton mill
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Gained comprehensive understanding of process lines and operations across all sections of the plant.
- Learned the design, operation, and control systems of all plant equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Monitored and evaluated equipment performance to identify areas for improvement and ensure efficient operation.
- Conducted troubleshooting to resolve technical issues and minimize downtime in plant processes.
- Prepared technical reports documenting project activities, equipment assessments, and process evaluations.
- Participated in trials of new modifications to assess their impact and effectiveness on plant operations.
Education
National Diploma - Chemical Engineering
Mangosuthu University of Technology
01.2020
Skills
- Vacuum equipment operation
- Detail orientated
- Problem solving
- Microsoft office
- Chemical and visio engineering drawing
- 3D engineering drawing
- Time management
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
References
Simon, Donda, 0825948545, Tongaat Hulett sugar
Timeline
Pan Boiler
Tongaat Hulett Sugar
11.2023 - Current
Trainee Pan Boiler
Tongaat Hulett Sugar
12.2021 - 11.2023
Plant Operator
SMS consulting
03.2021 - 11.2021
Process Trainee (In-Service Training)
Tongaat Hulett Sugar- felixton mill
01.2019 - 12.2020
National Diploma - Chemical Engineering
Mangosuthu University of Technology
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