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Tshegofatso Setsiba

Process Controller

Summary

Adept at enhancing production efficiency and system reliability, my tenure at Tharisa Minerals showcased my ability to optimize process control and innovate solutions, leveraging skills in analytical thinking and interpersonal communication. Achieved significant improvements in safety and operational performance, underscoring my commitment to quality control and team mentoring.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Process Controller

Tharisa Minerals
12.2021 - Current
  • Ensure adherence to health safety and environmental practices, compliance and administration of necessary systems.
  • Improvement production efficiency by optimizing process control strategies and implementing data-driven adjustments.
  • Assist with root cause analysis efforts following incidents or near-misses, developing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • Record documentation in regards to process procedures and made updates whenever changes were implemented for overall improvement.
  • Maintain meticulous documentation of all process changes, stoppages enabling accurate knowledge transfer among team members during shift handovers.
  • Troubleshot a variety of instrumentation issues, reducing potential hazards while maintaining production output levels.
  • Conduct regular audits of control systems, ensuring optimal performance and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Provide technical training to operators, empowering them to confidently address minor equipment malfunctions and reduce downtime.
  • Coordinate with vendors on equipment upgrades, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems without disrupting operations.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to design innovative solutions for persistent process control issues, resulting in improved system reliability.
  • Streamline communication between departments, effectively addressing process-related concerns and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Process Foreman

Tharisa Mineral
12.2022 - 01.2023


  • Ensured compliance to safety and necessary administration systems.
  • Assigned tasks, set work objectives and schedules for shifts to ensure adequate resource management.
  • Prepared report on production, safety and maintenance by keeping accurate records of equipments.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Implemented efficient work processes to boost overall productivity while reducing costs.
  • Liaised with relevant stakeholders to schedule and perform regular maintenance activities to keep equipments running efficiently and minimize downtime.
  • Communicated with relevant departments on issues of area of specialty
  • Managed team and support services including standby resources during break down by communicating failures in process to minimize downtime while adhering to safety standards

R&D Operator

Tharisa Minerals
03.2018 - 11.2021
  • Maintained compliance with health, safety and environmental practices of the organization.
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
  • Kept accurate records of defective units or products for maintenance purposes
  • Sampled handling to determine the efficiency of the process and quality control.
  • Trouble shooting, data analysing (mass balance) and process analysis.

Graduate Metallurgist

Tharisa Mineral
03.2017 - 03.2018
  • Conducted monthly belt cuts to monitor the efficiency og the crusher plant.
  • Hot floats to test for various reagent performance, particle size and floatation plant.
  • Conducted particle size distribution (PSD's) to check grindability efficiency and classification of minerals.
  • Actively involved involved in running and optimization of chrome pilot plant

Education

BB Certificate - Six Sigma

Tharisa Mineral
Marikana
04.2001 -

B-Tech -

Vaal University of Technology
Vaal, South Africa
04.2001 -

National Diploma - Chemical Engineering

Vaal University of Technology
Vaal, South Africa
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Relebogile High School
Phalaborwa, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

    Computer Skills

    Reporting and analysis

    Training and mentoring

    Six Sigma Methodologies

    Problem-solving abilities

    Decision-Making

    Interpersonal Skills

    Documentation and Recordkeeping

    Analytical Thinking

    Quality Control

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Sepedi
Advanced (C1)
Afrikaans
Elementary (A2)

Certification

Supervisory Legal liability

Interests

Reading

Outdoor recreation

Reference

  • Kenneth Skosana-Process Foreman- 0740698905
  • Bridget Makgoba- Plant Sup- 0834664219
  • Nathan Mudzanapabwe- 0834695343

Timeline

Fire Fighting

12-2025

First Aid

12-2024

Process Foreman

Tharisa Mineral
12.2022 - 01.2023

Process Controller

Tharisa Minerals
12.2021 - Current

R&D Operator

Tharisa Minerals
03.2018 - 11.2021

Graduate Metallurgist

Tharisa Mineral
03.2017 - 03.2018

BB Certificate - Six Sigma

Tharisa Mineral
04.2001 -

B-Tech -

Vaal University of Technology
04.2001 -

National Diploma - Chemical Engineering

Vaal University of Technology
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Relebogile High School
04.2001 -

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