Aslin Duplessis
Qualified Mechanical Fitter
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About
Trade-tested Mechanical Fitter with extensive experience in tyre manufacturing, industrial machine setup, and maintenance within a high-volume production environment. Skilled in curing press setup, mechanical fault finding, preventative maintenance, hydraulics, pneumatics, and production support. Strong knowledge of quality assurance and safe plant operations gained through years at Goodyear South Africa.
Experience
Mechanical Fitter (Curing Department, Setup Man) - Goodyear South Africa
(2019)
- Set up and maintain curing presses (Bagomatic & HF hydraulic presses)
- Perform full mold changes for various tyre sizes
- Install new tyre recipes and machine parameters
- Check gas systems, curing times, and press settings
- Conduct breakdown repairs and preventative maintenance
- Ensure machines meet quality standards before production
- Work with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Perform basic welding and pipe fitting
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter – Mixing Department - Goodyear South Africa
(2016 - 2019)
- Maintenance on Banbury mixing machines
- Assisted with breakdowns and preventative maintenance
- Gained experience in industrial mechanical systems and safety
Tyre Builder – Radial Tyre Building Section - Goodyear South Africa
(2007 - 2010)
- Built tyres across Stage 1, 2, and 3
- Breaker building and tyre room operations
- Followed strict quality and production standards
Education
Trade Test: Mechanical Fitter – Qualified - Mechanical Fitter - Goodyear SA (2019)
Mechanical Skills Training - Mechanical Skills - UDDI – Educational & Training Institute (2007)
Matric - McCarthy Comprehensive School (2005)
