Hi, I’m
Thomas Crownshaw
Plant Operation Supervisor
Windhoek
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at supervising and managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
16
years of post-secondary education
3
Languages
Work History
Teichmann South Africa Pty (LTD)-Namibia BranchWindhoek
Plant Operations Supervisor
04.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Created new training program with focus on staff safety, food safety and production quality to achieve reduced labor costs and tighter control points.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations and achieving KPIs.
- Redesigned operational workflow processes to maximize efficiency.
- Monitored and supported progress of plant production orders by managing shop capacity and loading functions at several facilities.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Leased with Plant Hire Clients on month end machine hours that needs invoicing
- Generated new Plant Hire Quotes
- Made strategic decisions and developed key plans that affected direction of business.
- Oversee the Procurement process of the Plant division
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
Teichmann South Africa Pty (LTD)- Namibia BranchWindhoek
Technical Assistant
09.2016 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Installed technical hardware and software in deskside support environment.
- Gathered, organized and distributed technical documentation.
- Set up and configured desktop computers, peripherals and accounts, assigning appropriate security levels.
- Implemented system upgrades to help mitigate vulnerabilities.
- Maintained knowledge support base regarding equipment warranties and repair needs.
- Provided technical guidance and support to team members.
- Transferred computer files between programs.
- Process Purchase Orders on Mincom & Sage X3
- Process Stock reports on Sage X3
- Process Site Electronic Site request on Sage X3
Protsurv Geo CentreWindhoek
Business Administrator
01.2016 - 08.2016
Job overview
- Processed employee expense reports quickly to prevent delays in payouts.
- Represented company at conferences and seminars to boost outreach.
- Drove specification, scheduling, status and review processes.
- Developed monthly reports.
- Reduced office expenses by finding smarter solutions for vendors, suppliers and services.
- Managed day-to-day development issues.
Education
Windhoek Technical High SchoolWindhoek, Namibia
High School Diploma
01.2011 - 11.2015
Signa Aviation Services Windhoek, Namibia
Private Pilot License from Aviation
11.2014 - Current
University Overview
- Continuing Studies to Obtain Commercial Pilots License
Regent Business SchoolDurban, South Africa
Bachelor of Commerce from Project Management & Risk Management
02.2020 - 01.2023
Skills
Project Management
Risk analysis and management
Purchasing and procurement
Additional Information
Maried
Timeline
Plant Operations Supervisor
Teichmann South Africa Pty (LTD)-Namibia Branch
04.2022 - Current
Regent Business School
Bachelor of Commerce from Project Management & Risk Management
02.2020 - 01.2023
Technical Assistant
Teichmann South Africa Pty (LTD)- Namibia Branch
09.2016 - 04.2022
Business Administrator
Protsurv Geo Centre
01.2016 - 08.2016
Signa Aviation Services
Private Pilot License from Aviation
11.2014 - Current
Windhoek Technical High School
High School Diploma
01.2011 - 11.2015