FREDDIE GERHARDUS KRAFTT
Denver,USA
Summary
Results-driven Operations Professional with over 20 years in production, including 14 years as a Production Technician/Supervisor. Expertise in leading production lines, managing teams, ensuring product quality, and optimizing plant efficiency. Proven ability to troubleshoot issues and coordinate site operations, fostering effective communication across all organizational levels.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Supervisor
Auto Truck & Tire (ATT)
03.2026 - Current
- Managed site operations and staff to ensure project timelines were met.
- Oversaw site work completion and maintained workflow efficiency.
- Maintained organization of warehouse inventory and stock control.
Site Manager
C Squared Construction
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed site operations and led staff to ensure project alignment with goals.
- Oversaw site work and coordinated daily activities to maintain project timelines.
- Oversaw daily site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and project specifications.
- Managed subcontractor performance, coordinating schedules to optimize workflow and project timelines.
- Implemented quality control measures, enhancing construction standards and minimizing rework.
Process Technician
Ardagh Glass Packaging (formerly Consol Glass)
09.2014 - 03.2024
- Supervised four production lines and served as stand-in supervisor.
- Monitored and maintained glass conditions to support successful production.
- Managed product quality and optimized plant efficiency to support production goals.
- Performed production-line start-ups and shutdowns.
- Identified and resolved production-line issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining workflow.
- Provided team leadership with working knowledge of BCEA, OHASA, and SANS 10400.
- Qualified first-aider, firefighter, and health & safety representative.
- Achievement: Acted as Shift Supervisor.
Owner / Operator
Small Shop
04.2014 - 08.2014
- Oversaw stock, sales, and daily operations in a highly seasonal small-town business.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and optimal customer service.
- Developed and implemented inventory management systems to streamline stock control.
- Trained and mentored staff in sales techniques and product knowledge.
Process Technician
Ardagh Glass Packaging (formerly Consol Glass)
Bellville South
04.2001 - 03.2014
- Supervised four production lines and served as stand-in supervisor.
- Monitored and maintained glass conditions to support consistent production quality.
- Troubleshot and addressed production-line problems.
- Handled production-line start-ups and shutdowns.
- Supervised four production lines and served as stand-in supervisor when required.
- Led team by applying expertise in BCEA and OHASA regulations to ensure compliance and safety.
- Achieved promotion from operator to process technician, facilitating transfer to head office.
Manager
Steers N1 City
01.1997 - 03.2001
- Led restaurant operations and supervised staff to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Handled customer orders, verifying accuracy to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Earned promotion to Manager after demonstrating leadership in restaurant.
Education
Operate Counter-balance Lift Trucks
ABC Solutions
South Africa08-2026
Advance Process Technician
Ardagh Group (formerly Consol Glass)
Cape Town, South Africa01-2021
Volunteer Fire Fighting Certificate
Dina Core
Cape Town, South Africa01-2020
Volunteer First Aider Certificate
Dina Core
Cape Town, South Africa01-2020
Volunteer Health & Safety Representative Certificate
Dina Core
Cape Town, South Africa01-2020
Level 3 National Certificate: Glass Forming
CHIETA
Cape Town, South Africa01-2017
Forehearth Training
Ardagh Group (formerly Consol Glass)
Cape Town, South Africa01-2016
Supervisor Training
Dina Core
Cape Town, South Africa01-2006
High School Diploma - Senior Certificate
President High School
Cape Town, South Africa01-1996
Skills
- Production supervision
- Warehouse management
- Production management
- Team leadership
- Safety & Compliance
- Project Management Tools
- Site & Staff Management
- Quality assurance
- Problem-solving skills
- Team planning
- Cost Control Measures
- Effective Reporting
Certification
Qualified first-aider, firefighter, and health & safety representative., Working knowledge of BCEA, OHASA, and SANS 10400., Computer literate; experienced with Google Workspace and Gmail., Budget management experience.
Timeline
Site Supervisor
Auto Truck & Tire (ATT)
03.2026 - Current
Site Manager
C Squared Construction
06.2024 - 05.2025
Process Technician
Ardagh Glass Packaging (formerly Consol Glass)
09.2014 - 03.2024
Owner / Operator
Small Shop
04.2014 - 08.2014
Process Technician
Ardagh Glass Packaging (formerly Consol Glass)
04.2001 - 03.2014
Manager
Steers N1 City
01.1997 - 03.2001
High School Diploma - Senior Certificate
President High School
Supervisor Training
Dina Core
Forehearth Training
Ardagh Group (formerly Consol Glass)
Level 3 National Certificate: Glass Forming
CHIETA
Volunteer Health & Safety Representative Certificate
Dina Core
Volunteer First Aider Certificate
Dina Core
Volunteer Fire Fighting Certificate
Dina Core
Advance Process Technician
Ardagh Group (formerly Consol Glass)
Operate Counter-balance Lift Trucks
ABC Solutions
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Qualified first-aider, firefighter, and health & safety representative.
- Working knowledge of BCEA, OHASA, and SANS 10400.
- Computer literate; experienced with Google Workspace and Gmail.
- Budget management experience.
Personal Information
Title: Production Technician Site Supervisor Operations & Warehouse Management