TSHEPO CATHRINE MANAMELA
Production Manager
Johannesburg
Summary
Highly experienced operations management professional with over 15 years of expertise in optimizing manufacturing processes and enhancing operational efficiencies. Proven track record in leading improvement initiatives that significantly boost production output and reduce operational costs. Skilled in project management, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance, with a strong focus on achieving strategic goals. Adaptable leader with exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to fostering collaborative team environments. Certified in supervisory leadership, project management, and labor relations, bringing a comprehensive skill set that drives business success and ensures sustainable growth.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
GENERAL PLANT PACKAGING MANAGER
ADCOCK INGRAM
07.2019 - Current
- Production Plan Execution: Ensure the production plan is followed as outlined by the master production planner
- Compliance Management: Ensure adherence to cGMP and all relevant regulatory requirements
- Standard Operating Procedures: Generate, review, train, and enforce compliance with all SOPs and MOPs among personnel
- Root Cause Analysis: Conduct investigations for customer complaints, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
- Budget Management: Prepare and manage the department's operating budget and Capex budget, maintaining expenditure within limits
MANUFACTURING PRODUCTION MANAGER
ADCOCK INGRAM
11.2018 - 06.2019
- Production Target Achievement: Managed high-volume liquid manufacturing to meet planned production targets for quality, speed, cost, and people
- SOP Compliance: Ensured all SOPs are properly generated, reviewed, trained on, and adhered to by all team members
- Deviations Management: Investigated and documented non-conformances, ensuring proper resolution according to SOP
- Quality Standards Maintenance: Maintained compliance with quality and cGMP standards to prevent drug recalls
- Equipment Calibration: Ensured all equipment was calibrated according to the calibration schedule
MANUFACTURING SHIFT LEADER
ADCOCK INGRAM
06.2015 - 10.2018
- Resource Utilization: Ensured effective use of resources and eliminated production delays
- KPI Management: Managed monthly KPIs, such as OEE and scrap losses, to optimize performance
- Training and Development: Provided on-the-job training and SOP training to manufacturing teams
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensured adherence to regulatory compliance and good housekeeping practices
- Performance Audits: Conducted self-inspection audits and recommended performance improvements
- KEY ACHIEVEMENT: Optimized the sucrose plant, achieving a reduction in downtime by more than 10%
OWNER
TSHEPANG AUTO CLINIC
04.2014 - 06.2015
- Business Operations Management: Directed daily operations, overseeing all aspects of clinic workflow and productivity
- Customer Satisfaction Focus: Provided top-tier customer service to enhance satisfaction and build customer loyalty
- Staff Supervision: Managed and allocated tasks among team members, ensuring efficiency and smooth operations
- Inventory Control: Oversaw procurement and inventory of automotive parts to maintain adequate stock levels
- Marketing Strategy Development: Created and executed marketing initiatives to attract new clientele and grow the business
TEAM LEADER
JOHNSON MATTHEY
01.2013 - 03.2014
- Resource Monitoring: Controlled and monitored the use of Platinum group metals (PGMs) across production facilities
- Stocktake Reporting: Daily monitoring and reporting of gains/losses and trends in PGM usage
- Customer Liaison: Advised technology development sites on PGM mixing recipes
- Assistance in Investigations: Supported PGM controllers with complex investigations related to metal accounts
- Production Consumption Monitoring: Monitored production consumption and managed payment terms with customers
- KEY ACHIEVEMENT: Led efforts in PGM recovery, successfully reclaiming Platinum Group Metals worth R20 million and reducing run/rinse generation across the plant by 5%
PLANT TEAM LEADER
JOHNSON MATTHEY
07.2009 - 12.2012
- EHS Compliance: Functioned as an EHS appointee and chair monthly departmental health and safety meetings
- Customer Complaint Resolution: Investigated and implemented action plans to address customer complaints effectively
- Preventative Maintenance Planning: Drove the preventative management of machinery to ensure optimal performance
- Performance Management: Managed and evaluated the performance of process control engineers
- Training Implementation: Ensured engineers are adequately trained to perform their daily tasks
- KEY ACHIEVEMENT: Contributed to the reject reduction team, lowering the robotic line's reject rate from 7% to 3% within six months
- KEY ACHIEVEMENT: Commissioned a new robotic line, doubling production capacity from 600 parts per hour on the manual line to 1,200 parts per hour on the robotic line
PRODUCTION LINE SUPERVISOR
JOHNSON MATTHEY
05.2008 - 06.2009
- Production Coordination: Directed and coordinated production of auto catalysts to meet quality standards and customer delivery requirements
- Quality Planning: Maintained and supported new product introduction systems, ensuring adherence to Advanced Quality Planning (AQP) processes
- Batching Efficiency Maintenance: Achieved batching efficiency targets and minimized downtime
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Formed Kaizen teams to facilitate continuous improvement in production areas
- Team Development: Coached team members through performance management systems to enhance their skills
BATCHING ENGINEER
JOHNSON MATTHEY
12.2006 - 04.2008
- Batching Process Management: Ensured efficient and correct batching of wash coats for coating onto substrates
- Technical Support Provision: Provided technical support to minimize processing and quality issues
- Health and Safety Compliance: Ensured adherence to health and safety regulations in the batching area
- Continuous Improvement Projects: Initiated and led projects aimed at continuous improvement in the batching process
- Operational Standards Implementation: Implemented new operational procedures and standards to enhance performance
PRODUCTION LINE ENGINEER
JOHNSON MATTHEY
09.2001 - 11.2006
- Quality Liaison: Worked closely with the quality department to ensure product quality requirements are met
- Housekeeping Standards Management: Maintained set standards of housekeeping in production areas
- Task Management: Managed tasks and time allocation for line operators and leaders
- Performance Coaching: Coached team members to enhance performance through management systems
- Downtime Reduction: Monitored and reduced process downtime, implementing continuous improvement projects
STUDENT TECHNICIAN
ESKOM
06.2000 - 07.2001
- Production Coordination: Directed and coordinated production of auto catalysts to meet quality standards and customer delivery requirements
- Quality Planning: Maintained and supported new product introduction systems, ensuring adherence to Advanced Quality Planning (AQP) processes
- Batching Efficiency Maintenance: Achieved batching efficiency targets and minimized downtime
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Formed Kaizen teams to facilitate continuous improvement in production areas
- Team Development: Coached team members through performance management systems to enhance their skills
Education
B-TECH DEGREE IN OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT - undefined
UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG
B-TECH DEGREE IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING - undefined
UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG
Skills
Leadership
Certification
Management Advancement Programme Certificate, Wits Business School, 12/01/23, Certified at Wits Business School in advanced management principles, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills essential for senior leadership roles.
References
- Mr Dharmesh Lullabhai, Head of Pharmaceutical – Adcock Ingram, 011 494 8636 / +27 82 783 4181, Dharmesh.Lallubhai@adcock.com
- Ms Neo Motaung, Quality Control Operational Manager – Adcock Ingram, 011 635 9176 / +27 82 550 2009, Neo.Motaung@adcock.com
Timeline
GENERAL PLANT PACKAGING MANAGER
ADCOCK INGRAM
07.2019 - Current
MANUFACTURING PRODUCTION MANAGER
ADCOCK INGRAM
11.2018 - 06.2019
MANUFACTURING SHIFT LEADER
ADCOCK INGRAM
06.2015 - 10.2018
OWNER
TSHEPANG AUTO CLINIC
04.2014 - 06.2015
TEAM LEADER
JOHNSON MATTHEY
01.2013 - 03.2014
PLANT TEAM LEADER
JOHNSON MATTHEY
07.2009 - 12.2012
PRODUCTION LINE SUPERVISOR
JOHNSON MATTHEY
05.2008 - 06.2009
BATCHING ENGINEER
JOHNSON MATTHEY
12.2006 - 04.2008
PRODUCTION LINE ENGINEER
JOHNSON MATTHEY
09.2001 - 11.2006
STUDENT TECHNICIAN
ESKOM
06.2000 - 07.2001
B-TECH DEGREE IN OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT - undefined
UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG
B-TECH DEGREE IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING - undefined
UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG
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