LEBOHANG SEKHOKOANE
Maseru
Summary
Operations management professional with 8+ years of experience in process optimization, KPI management, and strategic implementation. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency through data-driven decisions and cross-functional collaboration. Skilled in developing and executing operational strategies that align with organizational goals, implementing monitoring systems, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Experienced in leading teams, managing resources, and optimizing processes to enhance productivity and achieve business objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Engineer
Adient
02.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive operational strategies that improved cutting department efficiency by transitioning processes from defined to managed state with measurable KPIs
- Led strategic continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies, resulting in reduced defects and optimized processes
- Created and maintained performance monitoring dashboards tracking key metrics including OEE, MTTR, and machine utilization rates to support data-driven decision making
- Participated in Value Stream Mapping to systematically identify and eliminate waste, resulting in streamlined workflows and enhanced productivity
- Managed cross-functional teams during new product launches, ensuring successful implementation through effective coordination and communication
- Executed process planning using Methods Time Measurements (MTM) to optimize efficiency through line setup, process flow design, and precise line balancing
- Led PFMEA reviews across the Plant to ensure robust quality controls and process adherence to regulatory requirements
- Verified and maintained compliance with Ford Capacity Requirements (CARs) and Capacity Verification standards, ensuring production processes met customer specifications
- Developed and implemented training programs for cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and enhancing team capabilities
Production and Operations Manager
Loti Brick
05.2017 - 02.2020
- Formulated and executed strategic operational plans that improved production efficiency from 75% to 85% through implementation of lean management practices
- Managed production planning, resource allocation, and quality control processes, consistently achieving 98% of budgeted targets while reducing production costs by 12%
- Developed and implemented operational KPIs to monitor performance and identify areas for improvement
- Conducted thorough analysis of sales trends, leading to product mix optimization that increased overall profitability by 18%
- Led and developed a team of production supervisors and operators, improving workforce operational excellence
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and quality standards while maintaining productivity and engagement
- Created and presented monthly performance reports to executive management, demonstrating strong C-level reporting skills
Acting GIS Manager
Ministry of Forestry and Land Reclamation
01.2009 - 12.2010
- Developed and implemented strategic GIS plans aligned with organizational goals, resulting in a 40% increase in project completion rate
- Coordinated and supervised all GIS-related activities, improving mapping efficiency and analysis by over 50%
- Designed and developed data integrity tools, reducing errors in GIS projects by 60% and improving overall data reliability by 75%
- Led a team of GIS specialists, providing guidance, training, and mentorship to enhance team performance
- Created and presented analytical reports to senior management, demonstrating data visualization and presentation skills
Education
MSc - Management Science and Engineering
Tsinghua University
Beijing, China01.2014
BSc Hons - Geographic Information Systems
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa12.2006
BSc - Physics and Physical Geography
National University of Lesotho
Maseru, Lesotho06.1999
Skills
- AMS (Lean Manufacturing)
- PFMEA
- VSM
- Control Charts
- Flow Charts
- PDCA
- DMAIC
- 8D Problem-Solving
- OEE
- Pareto Analysis
- Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- TPM
- Strategic planning
- Resource allocation
- KPI development and monitoring
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Excel
- Power BI
- Tableau
- MySQL
- R
- Python
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Copilot
- Al tools
- Trim Product Data Management (TPDM)
- Cutman
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification, Process optimization and data-driven decision-making methodologies
- Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate, Data analytics concepts, preparation, analysis techniques, and visualization using Tableau, Google Sheets & R-Programming
- IBM Data Science Professional Certificate, Data science methodologies, analysis, machine learning, and Python programming, ongoing
References
Available upon request
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Sesotho, Native
Professional Recognition: Adient
- 2024, Individual: Continuous Improvement award of the year,
- 2023, Engineering: The best team of the year,
- 2023, Actionable Insights Team: The most innovative team of the year, &
- 2021, Engineering: The most improved team of the year.
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineer
Adient
02.2020 - Current
Production and Operations Manager
Loti Brick
05.2017 - 02.2020
Acting GIS Manager
Ministry of Forestry and Land Reclamation
01.2009 - 12.2010
MSc - Management Science and Engineering
Tsinghua University
BSc Hons - Geographic Information Systems
University of Pretoria
BSc - Physics and Physical Geography
National University of Lesotho
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