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Franco Van Schalkwyk

Junior Production Manager
Kakamas

Summary

Dynamic production manager with a proven track record at Groenheuwel, excelling in lean manufacturing and workflow optimization. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced productivity by identifying bottlenecks, while mentoring staff to foster a collaborative environment. Skilled in cost control and operational efficiency, driving continuous improvement and achieving outstanding results. Results-oriented Production Manager highly successful at streamlining operations and improving profits through strategic process updates. Production Supervisor focused on producing high quality products exceeding customer expectations and helping achieve company production and revenue goals. Results-oriented Production Manager highly successful at streamlining operations and improving profits through strategic process updates. Results-oriented Production Manager highly successful at streamlining operations and improving profits through strategic process updates. Production Supervisor focused on producing high quality products exceeding customer expectations and helping achieve company production and revenue goals. Diligent with solid background in production management. Proven track record in streamlining operations and ensuring timely project completion. Demonstrated ability in team leadership and problem-solving. Developed coordination and leadership skills within fast-paced production environment, ensuring team efficiency and task completion. Expert in process optimization and quality control, with focus on continuous improvement. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging these transferable skills to contribute effectively. Offering strong organizational skills and proactive approach to managing tasks, eager to learn and develop in production environment. Brings understanding of production workflows and inventory control, with focus on process optimization and quality assurance. Ready to use and develop project management and operational skills in the role. History of completing safe, accurate and physically-challenging work. Repairs and maintain controls and equipment to achieve performance objectives in routine and special gas collection tasks. Fluent in Afrikaans and English Committed with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Assistant Production Manager

Nel Brothers
Kakamas
10.2024 - Current
  • Developed detailed production reports for senior management, providing insight into key performance metrics.
  • Managed daily operations of the production floor, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently.
  • Completed and recorded recycling and rework documentation with high degree of accuracy.
  • Defined manufacturing performance standards and reviewed outcome of performance goals to set future targets.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged professional growth.
  • Assisted in reducing production costs by streamlining processes and eliminating waste.
  • Conducted meetings to capture lessons learned and streamline product improvement process.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives, leading to greater overall productivity across the organization.
  • Boosted productivity through direction, preparation and implementation of training programs and initiatives.
  • Implemented scheduled maintenance, retooling production status sheets and driving tasks to achieve scheduling effectiveness.
  • Devised and administered cost control initiatives

Production Manager

Cerasus Boerdery
06.2024 - 10.2024
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
  • Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
  • Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
  • Labor Management
  • Maintenance of equipment, tractors,
    implements and spray pumps
  • Water scheduling
  • Executing fertilizer and spray programs
  • To direct, promote and coordinate the farming, warehouse and workshop operations in a manner that will achieve the required mission and goals that will result in excellent customer service and outstanding profit contribution to the
    company.
  • Monitored team budgets to keep projects on task and avoid waste.
  • Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.

Citrus Production Manger

Groenheuwel T/a Die Wingerdloot
Kakamas
04.2019 - 03.2024

Pomegranates, Grapefruits, Oranges, Naartjies &
Lemons

Duties:

Maintenance of equipment, tractors
and spray pumps
Water schedules
Organic Citrus Audits
Execute Fertilizer and Spray programs
Calibrating spray pumps

  • Devised and administered cost control initiatives

Grape Store Manager

Bynabo Boerdery Blouputs
Kakamas
11.2018 - 03.2019
  • Duties:
  • Flow of production
  • Checking cold rooms temperatures
  • Checking scales and storage lights
  • Sugar tests
  • Pre-inspection of packaging boxes

Education

Certificate - Agriculture

Raisins SA
Kakamas
04.2001 -

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Production planning

Deadline oriented

Cost control

Staff scheduling

Workflow optimization

Material sourcing

Quality assurance

Operational efficiency

Equipment monitoring

Quality assurance controls

Mechanical specifications

Manufacturing operations

Production line management

Training skills

Timeline

Assistant Production Manager

Nel Brothers
10.2024 - Current

Production Manager

Cerasus Boerdery
06.2024 - 10.2024

Citrus Production Manger

Groenheuwel T/a Die Wingerdloot
04.2019 - 03.2024

Grape Store Manager

Bynabo Boerdery Blouputs
11.2018 - 03.2019

Certificate - Agriculture

Raisins SA
04.2001 -
Franco Van SchalkwykJunior Production Manager