Gugulethu Mnisi
Electrical Technician and CNC Operator
About
Dedicated and detail-oriented Electrical Technician and CNC Operator with hands-on experience in CNC machining, electrical maintenance, quality control, and precision measurement. Skilled in operating CNC machines using Fanuc, Puma, and Siemens control systems, conducting quality inspections, interpreting engineering specifications, and achieving production targets. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity while contributing to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Experience
CNC Operator - Rheinmetall Denel Munition
(2025-09)
- Operate CNC machines for various production jobs.
- Achieve daily production targets while maintaining quality standards.
- Conduct quality inspections using:
- Depth Vernier
- Height Gauge
- Bore Comparator/Gauge
- Triabore Gauge
- Operate CNC machines using Fanuc, Puma, and Siemens control systems.
- Operate a jib crane for safe material handling.
- Machine Macsteel materials according to engineering specifications.
- Maintain compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
- Complete production documentation and report machine abnormalities
- Perform routine machine housekeeping and basic operator maintenance
- Knowledge of G-codes and M-codes
Machine Operator (Cubicle Presses) - Element Six
(2022-01 - 2025-05)
- Operated and monitored cubicle press machinery.
- Loaded and offloaded capsules safely and accurately.
- Performed visual inspections for defects.
- Uploaded and adjusted machine profiles using SCADA.
- Recorded production data and attended daily production meetings.
Basic Operator - CNC
(2024-07 - 2024-12)
- Performed machine offsets.
- Achieved daily production targets.
- Used measuring instruments including Vernier, Micrometers and Gauges.
Apprentice Electrician - Element Six
(2018-09 - 2021-07)
- Performed planned maintenance on CNC machines.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical faults.
- Maintained lighting and electrical systems.
- Tested and maintained single-phase and three-phase motors.
- Interpreted electrical diagrams and schematics
Maintenance Electrician - Element Six
(2021-07 - 2021-10)
- Assisted with electrical installations and maintenance.
- Performed fault-finding and corrective repairs.
- Supported senior electricians during breakdowns.
- Maintained electrical motors, pumps, control panels and distribution boards.
- Worked with wiring diagrams.
- Basic PLC input/output knowledge.
- Worked with sensors, VSDs, HMIs, switchgear, AC motors, relay logic, temperature controllers and industrial instrumentation.
Education
Operate & Monitor Computerized Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machining Equipment for Turning - CNC Legit Engineering, Nigel (2025)
Quality Control - Cnc Legit Engineering, Nigel (2022)
Electrical Trade Test - Colliery Training College, Witbank (2021)
N2-N3 - Electrical Engineering - Ekurhuleni East College (2007)
