Michael Van Heerden
Red Beach,AUK
Summary
Dynamic Production Manager at Seal House Limited with expertise in production scheduling and quality control. Proven track record in optimizing production output and fostering team development. Skilled in equipment troubleshooting and effective communication, consistently achieving on-time customer shipments while enhancing operational efficiency. Committed to driving process improvements and maintaining high standards.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Seal House Limited
Wiri, Auckland
04.2002 - Current
- Cad Drawings (SolidWorks and Inventor)
- SAP B1 (Quoting, Sales Orders, Production Order, Reporting, Stock Counting, Purchasing)
- Managed daily production activities to ensure efficient operations.
- Coordinated team efforts to meet production schedules and deadlines.
- Implemented quality control procedures to maintain product standards.
- Oversaw inventory management to optimize materials usage.
- Developed production reports to track workflow and identify improvements.
- Fostered a positive work environment through effective communication and support.
- Trained new employees on proper use of equipment, safety procedures, and job functions.
- Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates, and inventory levels to determine product availability.
- Managed materials to meet production goals and specific customer demands.
- Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Monitored employee attendance records and took disciplinary action when appropriate.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials throughout the production process.
- Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity.
- Resolved conflicts among personnel within the department when necessary.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Prevented and resolved customer issues regarding production through planning.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical problems related to machinery used in the manufacturing process.
- Oversaw inventory and physical counts and performed periodic cycle counts.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Assessed production schedules and orders to plan material requirements and worker activities.
- Troubleshot and resolved problems with equipment and programmable logic controller systems.
Pool Maintenance Technician
The Pool people
Market Road, Auckalnd
08.2001 - 04.2002
- Inspected pool systems for leaks and equipment functionality.
- Cleaned and balanced chemical levels in residential pools.
- Maintained pool equipment, ensuring proper operation and safety standards.
- Managed inventory of chemicals and supplies for efficient operations.
- Cleaned and maintained pool filters, pumps, skimmers, and other equipment on a regular basis.
Machinist Centre Lathe
Supreme Fluid Seals
Umbilo, Durban, South Africa
04.1997 - 06.2001
- Centre Lathe Operator
- Utilized measuring instruments to verify dimensions and quality of finished products.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety and productivity.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
- Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
Gate Technician
Gate-Tech
Jacobs, Durban, South Africa
12.1995 - 09.1996
- Diagnosed technical issues with equipment and repaired malfunctions.
- Trained new staff on proper equipment handling and troubleshooting techniques.
- Handled customer requests and complaints quickly to improve overall service.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Forest High School
Woodlands, SA07-1992
Skills
- Production scheduling
- Quality control
- Cad drawings (Solidworks and Inventor)
- Inventory management
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Conflict resolution
- Team building
- Data analysis
- Employee training
- Effective communication
- Process improvement
- Time management
- Customer support
- Cost reduction
- Equipment operation
- Manufacturing
- Optimizing production output
- Purchasing
- Production planning
- Team development
- Material planning
- Root-cause analysis
- Production optimization
- Maintenance planning
Affiliations
- Volunteer Firefighter (6 years)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Afrikaans
Limited
Accomplishments
- Five year service medal (Rural Firefighting)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Production Manager
Seal House Limited
04.2002 - Current
Pool Maintenance Technician
The Pool people
08.2001 - 04.2002
Machinist Centre Lathe
Supreme Fluid Seals
04.1997 - 06.2001
Gate Technician
Gate-Tech
12.1995 - 09.1996
High School Diploma -
New Forest High School