Sphelele Nzimande

Supervise and coordinate a 30-person fabrication and production team, ensuring all tasks are completed safely, on schedule, and to company quality standards.

Implement and maintain 5S housekeeping and HSE compliance, conducting daily safety checks and weekly staff assessments.

Oversee daily production planning, task allocation, and shift performance tracking to meet delivery targets.

Inspect and verify the quality of finished products, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and first-time-right production.

Identify and report production bottlenecks, material shortages, or machine issues to management for corrective action.

Monitor efficiency, scrap, and rework rates, driving cost-reduction and continuous-improvement initiatives.

Mentor and train staff in fabrication techniques, safety procedures, and multi-skilling to increase team flexibility and productivity.

Collaborate with the Production Head of Department to optimize workflow, resource usage, and production scheduling.


Key Achievements:

Increased department on-time delivery rate to 95 % while maintaining quality compliance above 85 %.

Reduced fabrication scrap and rework by 15 % through tighter quality control and operator training.

Introduced structured 5S system and daily audits, improving plant safety and workplace organization.

Enhanced production reporting accuracy by standardizing shift documentation and performance tracking. Contributed to overall cost savings by reusing materials and minimizing overtime expenses.

Maintained master samples, monitored scrap, and enforced SOP
compliance.
Negotiated supplier pricing, monitored lead times, and maintained optimal
stock levels.

Liaised with suppliers and customers to ensure timely delivery and returns
processing. Managed end-to-end procurement processes for engineering and industrial clients, ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency.

Sourced and evaluated suppliers based on quality, delivery time, and pricing, maintaining strong vendor relationships.

Prepared and issued quotations and purchase orders using Pastel Accounting v18, ensuring all transactions met company standards.

Coordinated between suppliers and customers to confirm specifications, deliveries, and returns.

Handled returns, credit notes, and invoicing to maintain accurate financial and inventory records.

Maintained item databases, updated pricing, and ensured all procurement documentation was complete and auditable.


Key Achievements:

Successfully reduced procurement lead times by improving communication and tracking between suppliers and internal teams.

Maintained 100 % on-time supplier payments and deliveries, enhancing company reputation with key clients.

Introduced a streamlined quotation-to-invoice workflow, reducing processing delays and improving customer satisfaction.

Supervised and coordinated daily operations to ensure smooth workflow.

Managed client relationships and facilitated timely delivery of products/services.

Liaised with suppliers and internal teams to optimize processes.

Oversaw quality control to maintain company standards.

Assisted in training and mentoring new staff members.


Achievements at Profibre:

Improved operational efficiency through process optimization.

Played a key role in securing new client accounts.

Successfully implemented systems that reduced delays and errors.

Consistently recognized for meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality service.

Introduced new product lines, managed customer relationships, and
executed promotions.
Conducted demand forecasting and negotiated pricing to drive sales
growth.

Conducted in-store brand promotions and market surveys for FMCG
clients.