Spencer Absolom Muraisi
Harare,Glen view 2
Summary
Detail-oriented Dehairing Machine Operator with expertise in equipment maintenance and quality assurance. Achieved operational compliance by conducting daily inspections and implementing safety protocols. Focused on optimising production efficiency through precise machine adjustments and proactive troubleshooting.
Overview
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Language
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Dehairing Machine Operator
Colcom Foods
Harare
01.2020 - Current
- Maintained assigned equipment, performing daily inspections to ensure compliance with operational and safety requirements.
- Operated a variety of machinery, adhering strictly to safety protocols and operational guidelines to maintain workplace safety.
- Followed strict clean-up protocols after each production run, maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
- Ensured work areas were clean and organised, enabling efficient workflow and safety compliance.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations, promoting a safe working environment.
- Adjusted machine settings for different production runs, ensuring precision and compliance with product specifications.
- Monitored machine performance, identifying and rectifying minor malfunctions to prevent downtime and maintain productivity.
- Worked flexibly across multiple production lines, adapting quickly to new processes and machinery to meet changing production needs.
- Operated control panels, knobs and buttons to program machines to complete specific functions.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products, identifying defects and initiating corrective actions to uphold quality standards.
- Fed machines with appropriate raw materials and tools to facilitate goods production.
- Expertly operated equipment in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements.
- Checked finished product quality through in-depth tests and evaluations.
- Read and interpreted Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to complete work accurately and efficiently.
- Trained new staff on machine operation and safety procedures, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency within the team.
- Worked with maintenance teams to organise and coordinate maintenance sessions for machinery.
- Completed log books and inspection reports accurately and quickly.
- Selected proper tools and equipment to manufacture quality parts.
- Monitored feed of raw materials and efficiency of production during machining process.
- Inspected output to monitor production completion, reporting any issues to management.
- Conducted test runs to verify proper equipment operation before starting work.
- Controlled machines for cutting, bending and straightening sheets of metal and paper to specific widths.
- Assessed and tested finished goods to check conformance to client specifications.
- Collaborated with production team to streamline processes, reducing waste and increasing output without compromising quality.
- Optimised machinery performance by calibrating according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
- Reported identified operational deficiencies to supervisor and maintenance personnel.
- Managed raw materials supply for machines, ensuring timely availability and minimising interruptions to production schedules.
- Participated in safety audits, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective measures to mitigate risks.
- Accurately executed written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
- Collected and sorted finished products, preparing them for efficient storage or transport to designated locations.
- Operated, maintained and performed repairs on equipment, replacing hoses and conducting minor mechanic work on pumps and fittings.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment, replacing worn parts and lubricating moving components to optimise operational efficiency.
- Followed specified specifications in manufacturing goods by measuring and weighing materials to use accurate raw materials.
- Performed complex jobs with minimal supervision, in conformance with part specifications and requirements.
- Utilised computer-controlled machinery, inputting precise parameters to achieve high levels of accuracy in production.
- Assisted in the development of new production processes, testing machine setups and configurations to achieve desired results.
- Recorded production data, including quantities produced and raw materials used, to aid in inventory management and production planning.
- Managed stock levels of machine consumables, ordering supplies proactively to avoid production delays.
- Interacted and communicated professionally and effectively with various levels of employees.
- Diagnosed equipment failure, identified malfunctions and implemented fixes to resolve issues.
- Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, suggesting corrective and preventative action to management to prevent future recurrence.
- Learnt new machine features and functionalities by reading technical resources from internal repositories and manufacturers.
- Understood and carried out routine and complex jobs with robust specifications and requirements.
- Read and interpreted operation and parameter sheets to complete each job in line with stringent specifications.
- Verified products' tensile strength by checking individual items' pre-defined tolerances using specialised tools.
- Coordinated with maintenance teams to schedule preventative maintenance, minimising unexpected equipment failures and production delays.
- Captured production data for use in quality assurance and control activities.
- Led team meetings to discuss production targets, share best practices, and address any issues affecting machine operation or product quality.
- Disposed of waste from cutting materials and followed established waste disposal procedures for compliance purposes.
- Created room on production lines by removing and storing processed workpieces.
- Implemented lean manufacturing techniques to reduce setup times and improve machine utilisation, significantly boosting productivity.
- Analysed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Monitored inventory levels and arranged resupplies to replenish depleted stock.
- Minimised casualties or injuries from plant incidents by observing H&S procedures, policies and regulations.
- Provided feedback to engineering teams on machine performance, contributing to the design of more efficient and reliable machinery.
- Removed rough edges and smoothed surfaces of materials by using sanding and deburring.
- Applied protective layers on materials' surface, protecting internal layers from damage and increasing durability.
- Polished materials using hand and powered tools to improve aesthetic looks.
Education
GCSEs - O Levels
Herentals College
HarareSkills
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Quality assurance
- Machine maintenance
- Production monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Process optimization
- Inventory management
- Technical troubleshooting
- Lean manufacturing
- Training delivery
- Risk assessment
- Adaptive problem solving
- Data analysis
- Continuous improvement
- Machinery operation
- Safety awareness
- Tool use understanding
- Quality-minded
- Machine maintenance awareness
- Manufacturing experience
- Basic repair abilities
- Shift adaptability
- Packaging machinery operation
- Attention to Detail
- Machine operation precision
- Efficient multitasking
- Health and safety awareness
- Workflow management
- Professional communication
- Equipment monitoring
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety compliance
- Maintenance procedures
- Quality standards
- Operational support
- Safety protocols
- Quality control
- Material handling knowledge
- Production scheduling
- Equipment setup
- Product packaging oversight
- Process improvement initiatives
- Routine maintenance knowledge
- Maintenance and repair
- Workflow coordination
- Assembly and production
- Machine calibration
- Process Improvement
- Quality standards enforcement
- Quality Assurance (QA) controls
- Quality Control Analysis
- Operational troubleshooting
- Preventative machine maintenance
- Efficiency enhancement
- Machinery setup
- Mechanical aptitude
- Records maintenance
- Assembly protocols
- Production scheduling
- Material properties knowledge
- Material loading procedures
- Loading procedures
- Precision handling
- Emergency response protocols
- Operative troubleshooting
- Manufacturing planning
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Assembling machinery
- Materials management
- Technical documentation interpretation
- Product inspection acumen
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Continuous improvement drive
- Precision measurement
- Problem escalation
- Blueprint interpretation
- High-tolerance machined parts
- Process control systems
- Deburring and finishing
- Electrical systems understanding
- Assembly procedures
- Pneumatic equipment handling
- Component trimming
- CAD software proficiency
- CNC programming
- Electrical system understanding
- Planned Preventative Maintenance
- JIT stock control
- Documentation ability
- Studer grinding machines
- Supply chain management
- Forklift certification
- Waste reduction strategies
Languages
English
Intermediate
B1
Interests
- Socialising
- Watching TV
- Reading novels
- Listening to music
- Walking
- Exercising
Timeline
Dehairing Machine Operator
Colcom Foods
01.2020 - Current
GCSEs - O Levels
Herentals College