Mini Plastic Extruder Design & Build
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Summary
Designed and constructed a fully functional mini plastic extruder as a final project for the National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
About
Highly accomplished Apprenticeship-trained Mechanical Fitter with 7 years of progressive experience in heavy manufacturing, specializing in precision machinery installation, maintenance, and repair. Proven ability to significantly enhance operational efficiency and production capacity, evidenced by leading projects that boosted copper production by 80% and improved rewinding precision by 25%. Committed to upholding rigorous safety and quality standards while driving continuous improvement in complex industrial environments.
Work
Central African Cables (CAFCA) Ltd
|MECHANICAL FITTER
Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe
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Summary
Led comprehensive maintenance, repair, and installation of diverse industrial machinery, leveraging CMM/SAP to optimize operational efficiency and ensure safety in heavy manufacturing environments.
Highlights
Led the installation and commissioning of a state-of-the-art Electrolysis Plant (2024), significantly increasing copper production capacity by 80% and enhancing process efficiency.
Installed and commissioned a Medium Voltage (MV) electric cable rewinding machine (2023), improving rewinding precision and operational safety by 25% across the production line.
Executed the installation and commissioning of a WUXI Coiler machine (2020), enabling high-speed coiling operations and streamlining output handling by 15%.
Implemented Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) systems for diverse industrial machinery, including wire drawing machines and extruders, significantly reducing breakdowns and minimizing downtime.
Conducted advanced diagnostics, troubleshooting, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to identify faults and implement cost-effective repair strategies, ensuring continuous operational reliability.
Maintained rigorous adherence to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) protocols, including LOTOTO procedures, and collaborated with engineers to ensure equipment installations met all technical and safety standards.
Education
Harare Polytechnic College
Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe
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National Diploma
Mechanical Engineering
Australian Trade Training College
N/A, N/A, Australia
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Certificate III
Engineering
Harare Polytechnic College
Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe
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National Certificate
Machine Shop Engineering
Harare Polytechnic College
Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe
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Apprenticeship Certificate
Mechanical Engineering
Languages
English
Certificates
Pearson Test of English (PTE)
Issued By
Pearson PLC
Driver's License
Issued By
N/A
Skills
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Assembly, Machine Installation, Machine Commissioning, Precision Machining, Blueprint & Schematic Reading, System Calibration.
Maintenance & Repair
Preventive Maintenance (PPM), Corrective Maintenance, Diagnostic Testing, Condition Monitoring, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Industrial Machinery Repair, Pump Overhaul, Gearbox Repair, Conveyor Systems, Valve Installation & Repair, Boiler Servicing, Heat Exchangers, Cooling Towers, Plant Generators, Overhead Cranes.
Systems & Controls
Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Energy Management Systems, CMM/SAP Software.
Fabrication & Welding
Fabrication, Arc Welding, Stick Welding, Brazing.
Quality & Safety
Safety Compliance, Risk Management, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), LOTOTO Procedures, Quality Control.
Collaboration & Project Support
Cross-functional Team Collaboration, Project Management Support, Engineering Collaboration.