Technical Support Agent at MSD (2011-01 – 2012-12)
Temporal employment during school holidays. Reporting to Technical Supervisor.
- Generating reports (system analysis report)
- Data manipulating, testing new system
- Following up and testing processes
- Overseeing SAP payroll systems
- Project Management (in SAP)
Packaging Operator at Nu Brands SA (2013-12 – 2020-12)
Permanent employment. Reporting to Floor Manager.
- Machine Operation & Line Setup: Start up and shut down packaging equipment safely
- Load raw materials, films, labels, and boxes into machines
- Adjust machine settings, speeds, and alignments
- Perform equipment changeovers when switching product types
- Clear minor jams, blockages, and misfeeds
- Quality Control & Inspection: Inspect finished packages for seal integrity, proper weight, and correct labeling
- Reject and remove defective items or faulty packaging from the line
- Verify code dates, batch numbers, and print alignment
- Record production outputs, material waste, and machine downtime
- Safety & Maintenance: Follow plant safety rules, wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Perform routine cleaning and basic preventative maintenance on machinery
- Keep the workspace clean according to sanitation or Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Stack, wrap, and palletize finished goods for the warehouse
Water Treatment Operator at Nu Brands SA (2021-01 – Present)
Permanent employment. Reporting to Water Treatment Manager.
- System Monitoring and Control: Read dials, meters, and computer screens (like SCADA systems) to track water flow
- Watch for alarms or system changes
- Open and close valves and switch on pumps to move water through filters and tanks
- Adjust treatment steps for coagulation, filtration, and disinfection
- Testing and Quality Control: Gather water samples from different stages of the treatment process
- Test water for pH balance, cloudiness (turbidity), and chlorine levels
- Change chemical feed rates based on lab test results
- Make sure clean water meets local and national health standards
- Equipment Maintenance: Inspect motors, tanks, valves, and pipes on regular rounds
- Clean filter beds, basin walls, and chemical feed units
- Fix minor machine issues or replace broken parts
- Call and work with repair mechanics for major problems
- Records and Safety: Write down gauge numbers, test results, and chemical amounts used in daily logs
- Fill out compliance reports for government health groups
- Follow strict safety rules when handling dangerous chemicals like chlorine
- Handle emergency responses during power loss or equipment failure
