Khumbulani Goge

Process Controller - Watericon Industrial wastewater

(2026-06)

Maintained real-time production logs and equipment performance data in SAP PM, enhancing reporting efficiency and ensuring 100% data accuracy for compliance and decision-making.
Implemented real-time process monitoring and to adjust production parameters, improving Right First Time (RFT) quality by 5% through precise control of raw material composition and production settings.
Spearheaded a comprehensive waste management program in alignment with ISO 14001 standard, achieving 100% compliance in segregating hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams.
Operated and monitored Reverse Osmosis (RO) desalination systems, ensuring effective separation of freshwater from seawater using semi-permeable thin-film membranes, while maintaining optimal pressure, flow rates, and water quality standards
Operations and maintenance of a plant which includes service of generators and equipment's and performing CIP.

Production Forman Trainee - Dunlop Industrial Products

(2024-07 - 2026-06)

Led daily tier meetings, aligning team goals, resolving challenges proactively, and boosting productivity and morale through structured communication and engagement.
Cross-trained operators, ensuring production continuity during absences and increasing team productivity by 10% through knowledge sharing and operational flexibility.
Developed and maintained precise production documentation, including shift handover reports, SOP's, and production logs enhancing process efficiency, ensuring compliance, and improving operational consistency.
Planned and led plant shutdown activities, coordinating operators and maintenance teams, implementing a structured shutdown checklist that reduced turnaround time by 30% while maintaining safety compliance.
Developed and standardized 5S procedures, streamlining workspace organization, boosting operational efficiency, and fostering a lean manufacturing culture.
Supervised and mentored a multi-disciplinary team of 80+ operators on-site, ensuring efficient production execution and adherence to company policies.
Conducted daily safety checks, enforced Gemba walks, and led safety briefings, ensuring 100% compliance with OSHA standards and maintaining a zero-incident workplace.

Syrup Maker - Coca-Cola (CCBSA)

(2024-01 - 2026-07)

Verified concentrates and beverage bases against master mixing instructions to ensure product consistency and compliance with quality standards and Reporting non-conformances
Maintained hygiene and safety by sanitizing mixing stations, pipes, and strainers prior to production.
Applied Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) when testing syrups using DSA and DR10 equipment.
Ensured proper segregation and disposal of waste streams; managed concentrate packaging material in compliance with environmental and food safety standards. Completed and maintained all quality control and production records accurately on the Infinity system.
Implemented real-time process monitoring and adjusting production parameters, improving Right First Time (RFT) quality by 5% through precise control of raw material composition and production settings.

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