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Unity Lawrence

Unity Lawrence

Industrial Engineer | Data Scientist
Alberton,GP

Summary

Industrial engineering professional with strong foundation in optimizing production processes and improving operational efficiency. Demonstrates expertise in lean manufacturing, process improvement, and quality control. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to evolving project demands. Skilled in data analysis, workflow optimization, and project management, ensuring reliable and consistent results.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Continuous Improvement (Industrial Engineer)

Weir Minerals
03.2025 - Current
  • Drive process improvements across paint, poly, and warehouse operations, focusing on efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.
  • Perform SAP routing and BOM corrections to ensure accurate material planning and production flow.
  • Led a warehouse study to optimize the kitting area, significantly reducing part delivery time to production.
  • Conduct cost simulations to support strategic decision-making and improve product profitability.
  • Audit SOPs and facilitate operational training sessions, including Lean Mastery, 5S, and A3 problem-solving.
  • Deliver monthly AOP reports across departments, tracking KPIs such as production efficiency, losses, recoveries, and variances.
  • Analyze gaps between actual and target performance, recommending countermeasures to close performance gaps.
  • Support strategic initiatives aligned with core KPIs:

People : Develop, motivate, and retain employees.
Lean : Implement Lean Enterprise, 6S, Gemba, and cost-saving practices.
Quality : Ensure consistent product quality that meets specifications.
Cost : Maintain cost targets aligned with budget and operational reliability.
Projects : Execute strategic improvement projects.
Safety : Promote a safe working environment and ensure employee well-being.

SHE Rep

Busmark 2000
11.2024 - 03.2025
  • Conduct ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 compliant inspections and risk assessments.
  • Lead safety conversations, promote near-miss reporting, and drive 5S and safety awareness initiatives.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.

Process/Quality Engineer

Busmark 2000
10.2024 - 03.2025
  • Optimize processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality.
  • Document and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and compliance.
  • Lead process audits (ISO 9001 & 45001) and implement corrective actions based on audit findings.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Kaizen to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Design and develop process flow layouts to improve workflow and resource utilization.
  • Manage Corrective Actions and Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) to address and resolve quality issues.
  • Perform risk assessments during product development stages to mitigate potential issues and ensure quality.
  • Conduct process capability studies to assess and enhance production performance.
  • Collaborate with Engineering team members to develop new products and processes while maintaining quality assurance.
  • Lead cross-functional teams in the development of corrective action plans to address quality problems and improve processes.
  • Develop Standard Work Combination Tables (SWCT) to streamline tasks and improve efficiency.

Junior Process Engineer

Supreme Spring
10.2023 - 09.2024
  • Led scrap reduction projects to improve material efficiency and minimize waste.
  • Applied Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to identify and eliminate process inefficiencies.
  • Developed and maintained SOPs and work instructions to standardize operations.
  • Implemented Lean tools (5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen) to drive continuous improvement.
  • Designed and optimized manufacturing processes and layouts for better workflow.
  • Used Statistical Process Control (SPC) for real-time quality monitoring and analysis.
  • Conducted time and motion studies to reduce bottlenecks and improve efficiency.
  • Performed root cause analysis and corrective actions to resolve process issues.
  • Investigated material variances and operational problems to enhance productivity.
  • Supported internal and external audits to ensure compliance and process integrity.
  • Managed data logging systems with Squirrel View; analyzed and visualized data to support quality and process optimization.
  • Improved process efficiency by identifying bottlenecks and implementing solutions.

Process Engineer Intern

Supreme Spring
10.2022 - 09.2023
  • Led TPM initiatives to boost equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
  • Managed data logging with Squirrel View; analyzed process data and generated visual reports for quality and optimization.
  • Streamlined workflows and applied Lean methods to cut waste and improve efficiency.
  • Conducted capacity studies and optimized facility layouts for better space and resource utilization.
  • Facilitated Kaizen events to drive continuous improvement.
  • Developed standardized work instructions to ensure consistent operations.
  • Designed tools and process solutions using SolidWorks to enhance productivity.


Academic Mentor

Tshwane University of Technology
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Improved student performance by identifying areas of weakness and creating targeted study plans.
  • Supported the integration of technology into the classroom by providing training on various educational software programs for students.
  • Promoted a growth mindset within the classroom setting by encouraging persistence and resilience in overcoming academic challenges.

Quality Engineer Trainee

Gibela Rail Consortium Dunnottar Factory
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Redesigned and relocated operations between stations to reduce cycle times, improve ergonomics, and enhance product quality.
  • Which resolved a 5-hour defect backlog by addressing root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Redesigned the component/ part design that reduced operational costs by 10–15% that was required by old design.
  • Conducted time studies for line balancing and workflow optimization during fitment.
  • Continuously addressed Non-Conformances (NCRs) using quality tools such as 5 Whys, Pareto Analysis, and Fishbone Diagrams.
  • Supported quality improvement initiatives through structured problem-solving and process redesign.

Education

Post-graduate Diploma - Data Science

University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, Gauteng
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honors - Industrial Engineering

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, Gauteng
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Industrial Engineering

Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria West, Gauteng
04.2001 -

Skills

Multitasking

Certification

Artificial Intelligence 4IR

Software

Power BI

Solidworks (AutoCad)

Coupa

SAP

Q-Pulse

SQL

Python

R Programming

Oracle EPR

Visio

Microsoft office

Timeline

Continuous Improvement (Industrial Engineer)

Weir Minerals
03.2025 - Current

SHE Rep

Busmark 2000
11.2024 - 03.2025

Artificial Intelligence 4IR

11-2024

Process/Quality Engineer

Busmark 2000
10.2024 - 03.2025

ECSA Candidate Engineer (2024405577)

02-2024

Junior Process Engineer

Supreme Spring
10.2023 - 09.2024

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

10-2023

Process Engineer Intern

Supreme Spring
10.2022 - 09.2023

Quality Engineer Trainee

Gibela Rail Consortium Dunnottar Factory
06.2022 - 08.2022

Academic Mentor

Tshwane University of Technology
03.2022 - 12.2022

Matlab Programming

11-2021

IC3 Digital literacy

10-2020

Post-graduate Diploma - Data Science

University of Witwatersrand
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honors - Industrial Engineering

University of Johannesburg
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Industrial Engineering

Tshwane University of Technology
04.2001 -
Unity LawrenceIndustrial Engineer | Data Scientist