Pogiso Nthite

Results-driven, safety-conscious Team Leader and Machine Operator with over 8 years of experience within the automotive manufacturing and engineering sectors. Proven track record of managing production floor shifts, supervising teams of operators, and executing complex CNC and manual machining workflows to strict engineering tolerances. Highly proficient in production planning, operational workflow optimization, and quality assurance standards (including 5S and IATF 16949 frameworks).

Recognized for technical reliability, strong conflict resolution skills under high-pressure environments, and an adaptive leadership style that consistently achieves and exceeds volume targets.

PRODUCTION TEAM LEADER at Lesira-Teq Manufacturing (2024-09 – Present)

• Direct daily shift operation on main manufacturing floor, supervise and coordinator an active production team members.
• Oversee Master Production Scheduling (MPS) compliance, ensuring daily output targets are systematically met or exceeded without compromising component quality.
• Liaise regularly with the Shift Supervisor and senior management to optimize operational workflows, identify production bottlenecks, and implement structural improvements.
• Enforce rigorous compliance with health and safety (OHS) regulations and corporate safety-first operational protocols across the production floor.
• Facilitate conflict resolution and team performance coaching, notably resolving staff disputes to re-establish optimal shift morale and productivity.
• Manage technical issues, including tracking machine calibrations, resolving setup delays, and compiling structured production reports for executive review.

CNC & MANUAL MACHINE OPERATOR at MA Automotive Tool & Die (2015-01 – 2023-12)

Operated high-precision CNC and manual machinery for Tier-1 automotive tool and die production over an 8-year tenure.

• Executed continuous physical quality control inspections against engineering blueprints, technical drawings, and rigorous micrometric tolerances.
• Minimization of material scrap rates and rework costs through precise mechanical machine setup, tool changes, and rapid first-line troubleshooting.
• Maintained continuous adherence to automotive industry manufacturing frameworks (IATF 16949) and workspace organization philosophies (5S).
• Collaborated seamlessly within cross-functional teams to fulfill high-volume manufacturing demands under aggressive project deadlines.

FIELD WORKER at Statistics South Africa (2011-01 – 2011-12)

• Conducted extensive in-person field interviews and demographic data collection for official national socio-economic surveys.
• Maintained 100% data integrity, corporate confidentiality protocols, and strict legal compliance regarding sensitive personal information.
• Leveraged advanced interpersonal and multi-lingual communication skills (Setswana, English, Afrikaans) to successfully engage diverse communities.

Certificate in Enterprise Development – Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), South Africa (2007)

Senior Certificate (Matric) – Umalusi Board, South Africa (2011)