Pieter Strydom
Oshkosh
Summary
Injection Moulding Production Team Leader with a strong track record in optimizing production processes and enhancing operational efficiency. Supervised a diverse team of over 30, driving accountability and continuous improvement to consistently meet production targets. Focused on quality assurance and compliance, ensuring meticulous documentation and adherence to standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Amcor Flexibles
Oshkosh
05.2026 - Current
- Supervised daily production operations ensuring adherence to quality standards and safety.
- Managed production schedules to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address production challenges effectively.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations and company policies on the production floor.
- Led team meetings to discuss goals, expectations, and performance updates regularly.
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Resolved any conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
- Investigated and recommended improvements related to near miss property damage or employment injury incidents
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Manage employee timecards and time off requests to ensure accurate payroll and adequate coverage on KRONO's
- Support plant safety programs by actively participating in audits, GEMBAS, incident investigation and continuous improvement programs
- Coordinated resources across multiple teams and projects as needed.
- Investigate and report on when production standards are not met.
- Created detailed reports outlining progress on various outputs.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Analyse production information using the production dashboard and SAP.
- Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
- Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
INJECTION MOULDING PRODUCTION TEAM LEADER
Polyoak Packaging
01.2019 - 12.2025
- Oversee production operations, ensuring smooth shift transitions through comprehensive floor inspections and proactive issue resolution.
- Manage a team of 31, fostering accountability and enhancing production efficiency.
- Drove order fulfillment through optimized production plans and mentorship of team members.
- Achieved production goals by optimizing labor and mentoring staff.
- Enhanced team performance through effective task delegation.
- Reduced downtime by swiftly resolving machinery issues.
- Coordinate with departments to minimize breakdown downtime on BMB, Krauss-Maffei, and Engel machines.
- Enhanced reporting accuracy, facilitating transparent decision-making.
SENIOR SETTER
DPI Plastics
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Coordinated efficient mould changes, minimising production delays and maintaining output levels.
- Inspected moulds and conducted thorough checks on samples to ensure product quality.
- Trained staff on mould and machine settings, enhancing team efficiency and safety adherence.
- Maintained accurate documentation of settings and mould history for traceability.
- Improved production timelines through effective setup coordination.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection processes.
- Increased team efficiency by delivering comprehensive training programs.
- Ensured traceability with meticulous documentation practices.
INJECTION MOULDING TECHNICIAN
Tupperware
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Streamlined mold change processes, reducing downtime significantly.
- Planned and executed mould changes to minimise downtime, ensuring high-quality production.
- Conducted rigorous inspections to uphold product quality and prevent defects.
- Conducted inspections at start and end of runs, identifying malfunctions to uphold product standards.
- Trained and supervised staff on machine settings and safety protocols, improving operational competency.
- Improved team skills via effective training and supervision.
- Maintained accurate records of settings and mould history, ensuring compliance and facilitating process enhancements.
- Ensured compliance with accurate record-keeping practices.
TOOL SETTER/OPERATOR
Lasher tools
05.2012 - 02.2018
- Executed mold setups with frame benders and molding machines, reducing setup time and enhancing production flow.
- Facilitated prompt mold removal and setup, minimising downtime.
- Enhanced machine performance by resolving scrap product issues, boosting quality control.
- Solved production challenges, improving output quality.
- Streamlined workflow tracking by managing store requisitions, improving material availability for production.
- Maintained job cards to ensure precise inventory tracking and support effective resource management.
- Operated a 25-ton crane and 7-ton forklift for safe material handling.
Education
FETC : Generic Manufacturing Level 4 - Food Manufacturing Electives
Optimum Learning Technologies
Johannesburg03-2025
Advanced Injection moulding level 4 -
Plastic SA
Johannesburg05-2015
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Machine Optimization
- Quality Control
- Mould Setting
- Injection Moulding
- Record Keeping
- Communication
- Forklift Operations up to 7 tons
- Overhead Crane Operation
- Safety compliance
- Workflow optimization
- Performance management
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Task delegation
- Resource allocation
- Production targets
Personal Information
- Title: Production Supervisor
- Date of Birth: 04/22/91
- Nationality: White
- Place of Birth: South Africa
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Amcor Flexibles
05.2026 - Current
INJECTION MOULDING PRODUCTION TEAM LEADER
Polyoak Packaging
01.2019 - 12.2025
SENIOR SETTER
DPI Plastics
06.2018 - 01.2019
INJECTION MOULDING TECHNICIAN
Tupperware
02.2018 - 05.2018
TOOL SETTER/OPERATOR
Lasher tools
05.2012 - 02.2018
FETC : Generic Manufacturing Level 4 - Food Manufacturing Electives
Optimum Learning Technologies
Advanced Injection moulding level 4 -
Plastic SA