Philela Wexu

Mechanical Engineering graduate with over seven years of experience across manufacturing, quality assurance, dimensional metrology, calibration and composite aerospace environments. Experienced in interpreting engineering drawings, dimensional inspection, non-conformance control, root-cause analysis, measurement systems and quality documentation. Familiar with ISO 9001, AS9100 and IATF 16949 quality management systems.

Developing mechanical design capability using CATIA V5 and 3DEXPERIENCE, including 3D part and assembly modelling, engineering drawings, BOM review and support for composite manufacturing activities.

Quality Assurance Specialist at AAT Composites (2025-11 – Present)

• Conduct quality assurance activities within ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality-management frameworks.
• Review 2D engineering drawings, 3D models and Bills of Materials against project requirements.
• Review supplier First Article Inspection (FAI) documentation and Material Review Reports (MRRs).
• Conduct incoming, moulding and final inspections and document findings against customer requirements.
• Identify and contain non-conforming parts, maintain traceability and support disposition through the non-conformance process.
• Prepare or review inspection records and Certificates of Conformity (CoCs) where authorised.
• Respond to customer complaints and support structured problem-solving and corrective actions.
• Support internal and supplier audit activities and maintain associated quality documentation.

Configuration / Engineering Document Control at AAT Composites

• Maintain revision control of engineering drawings, technical documents and customer data in the configuration system and SharePoint.
• Control project data packs, including 2D drawings, 3D models, BOMs, DPLs and related technical documentation.
• Ensure current approved CEI/DXF files are available for production kit-cutting requirements and remove superseded revisions from use.
• Register and update Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), concessions and production permit applications.
• Coordinate controlled release of technical documentation to production and suppliers, maintaining traceability.
• Compile monthly KPI records and maintain electronic and physical filing systems.
• Prepare CEI/DXF files and tooling identification plates according to production requirements.
• Support engineering and production documentation activities, including 2D nesting and routing labels, as assigned.

Quality Technician at Dana Spicer Axle (2023-01 – 2025-01)

• Validated first-off parts and monitored manufacturing processes against control plans and quality requirements.
• Applied stop-call-fix discipline and contained non-conforming product, including sorting into pass, reject and rework categories.
• Investigated scrap and process non-conformances using root-cause analysis and followed up corrective actions.
• Monitored SPC run charts, supported capability studies and conducted Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA).
• Supported PPAP activities and developed or updated work instructions, process flow charts and PFMEA documentation.
• Conducted product, process and layered audits and maintained records supporting IATF 16949 compliance.
• Worked with suppliers on non-conforming product, external containment and corrective actions.
• Used CMM equipment, Marposs gauges, vernier calipers and micrometers for dimensional checks and drawing interpretation.

Calibration Support Intern at Atlas Copco (2021-03 – 2022-02)

• Calibrated and checked instruments including vernier calipers, micrometers and feeler gauges.
• Interpreted drawings and measurement reports and investigated technical product issues.
• Created job cards, prepared customer quotations and supported calibration-service workflows.
• Assisted with compressor servicing, disassembly, assembly and overhaul activities.
• Supported stock counts and inventory records.

Assembler / Quality Assistant at Hausler Instruments (2020-03 – 2020-07)

• Assembled production components and inspected parts for defects.
• Measured component dimensions using calipers and prepared inspection reports.

Machine Operator at Tenneco Automotive (2019-09 – 2020-03)

• Welded turbo pipes, flanges and half-shells and checked dimensions using gauges.
• Completed PQR-related documentation and maintained accurate production records.
• Supported product quality checks and continuous-improvement activities.

In-Service Trainee (P1 & P2) at Supa Crush Mobile Crushing Construction (2018-03 – 2019-03)

• Machined shafts and recorded measurements using micrometers and vernier calipers.
• Assisted with minor tipper-truck servicing and hydraulic-cylinder seal replacement.
• Collected material samples for quality assessment and supported project-design tasks.

Trainee Metrologist at Wisio CC (2016-03 – 2017-12)

• Used 3D CMM equipment and PC-DMIS to verify workpiece dimensions against tolerances.
• Calibrated torque wrenches, vernier calipers, micrometers and gauges and prepared calibration certificates and reports.
• Interpreted GD&T requirements and measurement reports and supported CAD-based measurement programming.

Fitter Trainee at Floorworks (2014-03 – 2014-07)

• Assisted with pump and conveyor maintenance, bearing changes and chain cleaning.

Mechanic Assistant at Gearbox and Diff Pro (2009-09 – 2010-01)

• Cleaned automotive components and assisted mechanics with repair and maintenance work.

National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – Walter Sisulu University

N3 Certificate in Mechanical Engineering – Academy of Business and Computer Studies

National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) – Hlokoma S.S. School