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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
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Simphiwe Cedric Tembani

Port Elizabeth,South Africa

Summary

Diligent Tool,Jig & Die with background in tool making. Known for precise craftsmanship and successfully contributing to complex projects. Demonstrated ability in problem-solving and maintaining high-quality standards. 15 years plus as a Toolmaker.

Tool making professional with reputation for delivering high-quality results in manufacturing settings. Proven track record of contributing to complex tooling projects while maintaining strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability. Known for technical proficiency and reliability in dynamic environments.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Toolmaker

Matsu Manufacturing Inc
07.2023 - Current
  • Monitored production and made improvements for quality and productivity.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper tool making techniques, resulting in a more skilled workforce.
  • Read and stuck to detailed production schedules.
  • Streamlined processes through the development of custom jigs, fixtures, and templates for easier production tasks.
  • Maintained pyrometer, replacing parts when necessary and setting controls to proper settings for heat treatment of products made of specific materials.
  • Collaborated with engineers to design, build, and test new tools for better performance in various applications.
  • Adjusted and ground dies, tools and parts after production to assure quality control and usability.
  • Maintained and repaired tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Toolmaker

Saturn Tool & Die Windsor Inc
11.2021 - 07.2023
  • Collaborated with engineers to design, build, and test new tools for better performance in various applications.
  • Contributed to cost savings by reworking existing tools instead of purchasing new ones when possible.
  • Adjusted and ground dies, tools and parts after production to assure quality control and usability.
  • Maintained and repaired tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Fabricated precision tools using CNC machines and manual lathes.
  • Assembled, maintained, and operated drill presses to drill holes in products throughout assembly.
  • Assembling of newly machined tooling punchec and Dies according to drawing,inluding grinding and modifications.Try outs done in Die spotting press.

Toolmaker

MA Automotive Tool and Die (Pty) Ltd
10.2014 - 10.2021
  • Mentored junior tool makers in safe operating procedures and best practices.
  • Maintained and repaired tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Analyzed production workflows to identify areas for efficiency improvements.
  • Ensured accurate measurements for tool making with the use of micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments.
  • Reduced downtime and increased productivity by promptly troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in the manufacturing process.
  • Improved production efficiency by maintaining and repairing precision tooling components.
  • Seamlessly interacted with quality control team ensuring adherence to specifications and contributing to a reduction in the number of rejected products.
  • Collaborated with engineering team to design and modify tooling solutions.
  • Welding of tool steels using Tig,Mig and CO2 Arc welding for trim steels and tooling surfaces .

Senior Toolmaker

GUD Holdings (Pty) Ltd
02.2018 - 01.2021
  • Responsibilities – Improving Quality of components to achieve Note 1 Quality levels on all components. This includes continuous improvement of process and part dimensionals, all quality loops completed and final sign off of components & die improvements. Type of Tooling worked on Large Progression Dies as well as Line call duties for breakdowns.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to improve tool designs for optimal performance.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on machinery, ensuring operational efficiency and safety standards.
  • Trained junior tool makers in best practices for machining and quality control processes.
  • Welding of tool steels using different welding machines namely Tig,Mig wire and Arc welding.

Toolmaker (Contract short term)

PES Automation Pty Ltd
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Tooling try out of project stamping tools on Class A and new dies for L462 Project At Jaguar LandRover (Castle Bromwich,Solihul & Halewood Plants).Magna Heavy Stamping Austria on Skin panels for various Closures. ie Hoods, decklids and Rear doors inner and outers.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to develop prototypes and improve existing tool designs.
  • Developed new project tooling to meet exact tolerances.
  • Maintained clear communication with team members throughout projects to ensure all requirements were met accurately and efficiently.
  • Welding if tool steels and work surfaces on Class A tooling as part of modification of trim and form areas .

Toolmaker

Eveready Manufacturing
11.2010 - 10.2014
  • Responsible for Die maintenance and tool readiness to support Production. Type of tooling worked on, small and medium callots blanking dies, progression type and single stage dies.
  • Fabricated precision tools using CNC machines and manual lathes.
  • Streamlined production processes, reducing lead times for tooling delivery.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for all machining equipment.
  • Requisitioned replacement tools, parts and equipment.
  • Attend to press shop line call for breakdowns.

Toolmaker

Formex Engineering (Pty) Ltd
04.2007 - 11.2010
  • Responsible for the building and repair of Catalytic Converter Tooling, all Stainless steel work included Half Shells, end cones For hot end and cold end. Type of tooling worked on included Multi stage and large progression tools.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on recurring issues within the production process leading to targeted improvements which resulted in minimization of defects produced.
  • Inspected final products for quality and functionality.
  • Increased product quality through meticulous attention to detail during tool fabrication and assembly processes.

Toolmaker

Toyota SA Pty Ltd
01.2006 - 03.2007
  • Responsible for Die maintenance and Press Shop standby Main function included supporting production seeing to all Die break downs during production.

Apprentice Toolmaker

Comau SA Press Tooling & Parts
01.2002 - 11.2005
  • Training included: Basic hand tool skills, light machinery Building of small press tooling for evaluation and extensive Die spotting and panel matching to ensure acceptable pressure Pictures. Trade Test Cert obtained in Nov 2005 as a certified Tool & Die manufacturer.
  • Collaborated with senior tool makers to optimize manufacturing processes and reduce waste.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues, contributing to timely repairs and maintenance.
  • Assembled, maintained, and operated drill presses to drill holes in products throughout assembly.
  • Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths.
  • Trimmed blocks and blanks to outlined dimensions with rules, hand saws and power shears.

Education

National Technical Certificate N3 - Level

Port Elizabeth College
Port Elizabeth,Eastern Cape South Africa
01-2003

Grade 12 - Matric

Ithembelihle Comprehensive School
01.1995

National Technical Certificate N4 - Mechanical Engineering

Port Elizabeth College
Port Elizabeth,Eastern Cape South Africa
05-2003

Skills

  • Hand tool safety
  • Measuring
  • Precision machining
  • Welding
  • Polishing techniques
  • Manual machining
  • Lathe operation
  • Metalworking techniques
  • Jigs
  • Press breakdown
  • Tool maintenance
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Excellent communication
  • Blueprint reading
  • Continuous improvement
  • Grinding machine operation
  • Milling machine operation

Languages

English
Afrikaans
Xhosa
Zulu

Certification

  • Tool,Jig & Die Maker Training - 3 years Apprenticeship

Timeline

Toolmaker

Matsu Manufacturing Inc
07.2023 - Current

Toolmaker

Saturn Tool & Die Windsor Inc
11.2021 - 07.2023

Senior Toolmaker

GUD Holdings (Pty) Ltd
02.2018 - 01.2021

Toolmaker (Contract short term)

PES Automation Pty Ltd
01.2017 - 01.2018

Toolmaker

MA Automotive Tool and Die (Pty) Ltd
10.2014 - 10.2021

Toolmaker

Eveready Manufacturing
11.2010 - 10.2014

Toolmaker

Formex Engineering (Pty) Ltd
04.2007 - 11.2010

Toolmaker

Toyota SA Pty Ltd
01.2006 - 03.2007

Apprentice Toolmaker

Comau SA Press Tooling & Parts
01.2002 - 11.2005

Grade 12 - Matric

Ithembelihle Comprehensive School

National Technical Certificate N3 - Level

Port Elizabeth College

National Technical Certificate N4 - Mechanical Engineering

Port Elizabeth College

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