Terry Ngwenya

Terry Ngwenya a certified Mechanical Fitter with aspirations of becoming a Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Technician, holding a National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and a Mechanical Fitter Trade Test Certificate from the Tshwane University of Technology and the Aim Signa. With over seven years of experience as a Mechanical Fitter and a Packaging Machine Technician, Terry is confident that his hands-on experience, combined with the knowledge gained from his studies and fieldwork, equips him to make a significant contribution to any Mechanical and Electrical Engineering-related field. His strong foundation in Fitting and Machining enables him to apply his skills effectively, aiming for optimal results in all his endeavours.

Terry is a self-motivated and goal-oriented individual, driven by the belief in uplifting and empowering others through the knowledge and experiences he has acquired over time.

Mechanical Fitter - RCL Foods

(2024-11)

• Processing: Maintenance and installation of centrifugal pumps, mono pumps, masosine pumps, diaphragm pumps, vacuum pumps, extruder(wenger), extraction fan, rotary airlock, divertors, pneumatics slides, pre-conditioner, screw conveyor, chain conveyors, bucket elevators, mixer, agitators, oven, drier, rollers mill, cooling votators, blowers, chain drive, belt drive, mechanical seals, hammer mill, vacuum coder, roller mill, peanut roaster, blancher machine, urschel, miller, silo, divertor, slides,
• Packaging: Bailer packaging machine, selling machine, wrapping machine, auto capper machine, sachet machine, linear/rotary filling machine(Dosomat & filmatic), conveyors, bottling scrolls, pelletiser, bag filling machine(pmd and symach), dry & wet pouch filling machines, form fill and seal machine(sigma), carousel machine, shrink wrapper, case erector, labelling machine(filmatic & rollmatic), steam tunnel, box sealer, clever sleeve machines, clever shrink tunnels.

Maintenance Fitter - Simba PepsiCo

(2022-03 - 2024-10)

• Processing: Maintenance, installation and overhauling of speed reduction gearboxes, centrifugal pumps, conveyor belts, pneumatics, hydraulics, rollers, slicers, pillars fabrication, basic machining, screw conveyors, fryers, ovens, seasoning drums, hydro lift, vibrators, sliding gates, divertors, tube chain, rope conveyor, mixers, gear pumps, v-belts drive, chain drive, extruder, barrel washer, optyx and chillers.
• Packaging: Fast back conveyors, divertors, sliding gates, weighers (Yamato & Ishida), bagmakers (TNA & Gemini III), take out belts, turn tables, roller conveyors, bailer conveyor belts, and packaging vibrators.
• Palletizing: Box pushers, endoline, wrapping machine, bailer sealing machine, roller conveyors, buffer, transfer car, pallet destacker, belt conveyor, and robots (ABB).

Packaging Machine Technician - Simba PepsiCo

(2018-04 - 2022-03)

• Operate packaging machinery and equipment, such as bagmakers (TNA & Gemini III), weighers (Ishida & Yamato), vibrators to package product according to specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn or damaged parts to prevent machine downtime.
• Conduct quality control check to ensure packaging meets specifications and free from defects.
• Meet production targets and deadlines, while reducing waste and maintaining high quality packaging standards.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment to prevent contamination and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering - Tshwane University of Technology

Trade Test Certificate - Mechanical Fitter - Aim Signa