Thulo Uziele Mpakathi
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Summary
Systematic Vehicle Body Builder with [Number] years of experience producing [Type] vehicles for consumer sales. Places and aligns automotive components for assembly, performs brazing and painting of assembled units and examines and tests automotive units for proper functioning. Comfortable performing strenuous tasks such as heavy lifting and standing for long periods of time.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Vehicle Body Builder
Intercape Mainliner
06.2023 - Current
- Applied paint, primer and protective coatings on wood and metal surfaces.
- Installed internal trim in vehicles such as lining, floor coverings and armrests and attached door trims, rubber seals, locks and handles.
- Refurbished and installed upholstery, electrical wiring, hinges and other vehicle accessories.
- Created and attached panels to cover framework of vehicle.
- Used pnumatic and hand tools and power tools to construct and repair metal vehicle bodies and trailers.
- Followed complex engineering drawings and technical instructions to build vehicle bodies.
- Operated drills, riveters and welding equipment to fit and assemble components.
- Used squares, rules and punches to layout dimensions on metal stock such as sheet metal and angle iron.
- Used bandsaws, hammers and hand drills to measure and cut woodstock.
- Cut and shaped panels of sheet metal and aluminum to reinforced to attach to frameworks.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
- Collaborated with team members to promptly complete tasks and maintain consistent workflows.
- Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Inspected completed products to encourage quality and adherence to company standards.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
- Participated in projects requiring assembly of large and small components.
- Coordinated with other departments to complete projects within deadline.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.
- Performed daily maintenance and inspection of machinery to drive optimal performance.
- Carried out preventative maintenance, keeping tools and machinery functional.
Assitnant Vehicle Body Builder
Interstate Bus;ines
08.2016 - 06.2023
- Used squares, rules and punches to layout dimensions on metal stock such as sheet metal and angle iron.
- Used pnumatic and hand tools and power tools to construct and repair metal vehicle bodies and trailers.
- Cut and shaped panels of sheet metal and aluminum to reinforced to attach to frameworks.
- Followed complex engineering drawings and technical instructions to build vehicle bodies.
- Installed internal trim in vehicles such as lining, floor coverings and armrests and attached door trims, rubber seals, locks and handles.
- Used bandsaws, hammers and hand drills to measure and cut woodstock.
- Created and attached panels to cover framework of vehicle.
- Operated drills, riveters and welding equipment to fit and assemble components.
- Refurbished and installed upholstery, electrical wiring, hinges and other vehicle accessories.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
- Collaborated with team members to promptly complete tasks and maintain consistent workflows.
- Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Inspected completed products to encourage quality and adherence to company standards.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
- Participated in projects requiring assembly of large and small components.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.
- Coordinated with other departments to complete projects within deadline.
- Maintained detailed records of production and assembly processes.
- Assisted in development of new assembly processes.
- Performed daily maintenance and inspection of machinery to drive optimal performance.
- Carried out preventative maintenance, keeping tools and machinery functional.
Assistant Fitter
Samic Engineering
02.2015 - 07.2016
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
Assistant Assembler
S.A Truck Bodies
01.2013 - 04.2014
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
- Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
- Aligned materials and merged parts to construct complex units.
Education
High School Diploma -
Motheo Fet Collrge
Bloemfontein11.2010
High School Diploma -
Motheo Fet College
Bloemfontein11.2009
High School Diploma -
Motheo Fet Collegae
Bloemfontein12.2006
Skills
- Calibration
- Power Tools
- Equipment Installation
- Safety Standards
- Inspections
- Product Assembly
- Welding
- Pneumatic Tools Use
- Blueprint Reading
- Final Assembly Processes
- Measurement and Calibration
- Problem-Solving
- Visual Inspection
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Pneumatic Tools
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
sesotho
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Vehicle Body Builder
Intercape Mainliner
06.2023 - Current
Assitnant Vehicle Body Builder
Interstate Bus;ines
08.2016 - 06.2023
Assistant Fitter
Samic Engineering
02.2015 - 07.2016
Assistant Assembler
S.A Truck Bodies
01.2013 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Motheo Fet Collrge
High School Diploma -
Motheo Fet College
High School Diploma -
Motheo Fet Collegae
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