Samkelo Mayekiso

Dedicated and technically capable Machine Operator and Production Technician with practical experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, industrial production and technical support environments. Experienced in operating and monitoring production machinery, conducting equipment inspections, performing machine changeovers, identifying faults and supporting preventative maintenance activities. Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), workplace safety, quality control and production procedures.

Technically trained in Electrical Engineering from N2 to N5 level, with hands-on exposure to machinery, equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Reliable, safety-conscious and committed to achieving production targets while maintaining product quality, equipment efficiency and a clean working environment.

Machine Operator / Technical Support at ADCOCK INGRAM – CLAYVILLE (2025-10 – 2026-09)

• Operated and monitored manufacturing and production equipment in accordance with established operating procedures and production requirements.
• Conducted machine start-up checks and routine equipment inspections before and during production.
• Performed machine set-ups, product changeovers and operational checks to support continuous production.
• Monitored machine performance and reported abnormalities, defects and equipment faults promptly.
• Assisted maintenance personnel with equipment servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance activities.
• Supported troubleshooting activities to identify and resolve production and equipment-related problems.
• Worked according to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), quality, safety and hygiene requirements.
• Conducted quality checks during production to ensure products met required standards.
• Maintained accurate production records, checklists and operational documentation.
• Maintained high standards of housekeeping and ensured the production area remained clean, safe and organised.
• Worked collaboratively with production, quality and maintenance teams to minimise interruptions and maintain production flow.
• Followed workplace health and safety procedures when operating machinery and handling production equipment.

Assistant Artisan / Production Support at CERAMIC INDUSTRIES (2019-06 – 2023-04)

• Supported artisans and production teams with the operation, inspection and maintenance of industrial machinery and equipment.
• Assisted with routine equipment inspections and identified defects or abnormal operating conditions.
• Reported equipment faults and maintenance requirements to relevant technical personnel.
• Assisted with troubleshooting and corrective maintenance activities.
• Supported preventative maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability.
• Assisted with installation, servicing and maintenance of industrial equipment.
• Followed established production procedures and workplace safety requirements.
• Ensured machinery and work areas were maintained in a clean, safe and operational condition.
• Worked as part of a technical and production team to support daily production requirements.
• Assisted artisans with technical tasks and general equipment maintenance.

Assistant Artisan at TRANSNET

• Assisted qualified artisans with installation, maintenance and inspection of equipment.
• Supported technical teams during equipment servicing and maintenance activities.
• Assisted with identifying equipment defects and reporting maintenance requirements.
• Supported routine inspections and general maintenance activities.
• Followed established safety procedures when working with industrial equipment.
• Assisted with technical and operational tasks as directed by qualified artisans.
• Developed practical exposure to industrial maintenance, equipment and technical operations.

Electrical Engineering – N2 to N5 in Electrical Engineering – Brooklyn City College

National Senior Certificate (Matric) – Gcinumteto High School