Sindile Chabalala
1730 Block F West, Soshanguve, Pretoria, Gauteng
Summary
Dynamic Senior Operator at Hensoldt Optronics South Africa, skilled in advanced troubleshooting and effective communication. Achieved production goals through Six Sigma methodologies and teamwork, ensuring high-quality outputs and minimal downtime. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency while maintaining safety compliance and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Operator
Hensoldt Optronics South Africa
01.2018 - Current
- Receiving and inspection of Optical and machenical components.
- Calibrate machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Assemble and integrate parts in accordance with technical schematics after cleaning.
- Maintain organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Review production schedules and streamlined processes.
- Test products and subassemblies for functionality and quality.
- Organize and prepare workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Examine incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Provide on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Maintain knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Execute product assembly in alignment with daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Use problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Meet production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Collaborate with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Prepare reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
Junior Operator
Airbus Defence & Space
07.2008 - 10.2015
- Assemble products according to daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Enhance communication abilities through participation in coursework and volunteer initiatives.
- Calibrate equipment to ensure optimal productivity and compliance with quality benchmarks.
- Making sure that products are produced on time and are of good quality.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Achieve production goals through effective teamwork.
- Compile technical documentation for production activities.
Sales Consultant
Bayport Financial Services South Africa
01.2006 - 06.2008
- Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
- Achieved top performance by strategically adapting to rapidly changing, competitive environment.
- Responded to telephone and in-person requests for information.
- Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
- Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
- Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.
- Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
Education
Certificate - Property Development And Investment
University of Cape Town
Cape Town 03.2023
Certificate - Total Quality Management
UNISA
Gauteng, Pretoria09.2015
National Senior Certificate - Economics, Business Economics And Accounting
Kgadime Matsepe High School
Gauteng, Soshanguve12.2005
Skills
- Workflow coordination
- Cost reduction strategies
- Effective communication
- Mechanical understanding
- Hand-eye coordination
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Continuous improvement
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Manufacturing procedures
- Deadline adherence
- Operational documentation
- Problem-solving
- Valid Driver's license
- Efficient multitasking
- Computer literate
- Verbal and written communication
Accomplishments
Chosen as Mentee to take part in the ZOSA's first Mentee Programme with the aim to advance career and education by developing key competencies, critical skills and knowledge.
Timeline
Senior Operator
Hensoldt Optronics South Africa
01.2018 - Current
Junior Operator
Airbus Defence & Space
07.2008 - 10.2015
Sales Consultant
Bayport Financial Services South Africa
01.2006 - 06.2008
Certificate - Property Development And Investment
University of Cape Town
Certificate - Total Quality Management
UNISA
National Senior Certificate - Economics, Business Economics And Accounting
Kgadime Matsepe High School
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