Lonwabo — PLC Programmer

Auburn Hills, Michigan Trihedron - (LNJ Technical Services) Commissioning and testing new AGV fleet manager system. Allen Bradley based, interfacing AGVs with multiple stations and MES Provided expert support across multiple production lines, improving operational uptime and reducing troubleshooting time through refined PLC logic.

Port Elizabeth (LNJ Technical Services) Contracted as temporary cover during a 3-month medical absence of the site's PLC Specialist; successfully maintained automation systems during this period. Continued to support the client post-reinstatement of their in-house specialist for ad hoc breakdown call-outs, minor line modifications, and ongoing cycle time optimization. Provided expert support across multiple production lines, improving operational uptime and reducing troubleshooting time through refined PLC logic. Utilized Siemens TIA Portal for system diagnostics and enhancements across various automated cells and manufacturing lines. Developed a strong trust-based working relationship, resulting in ongoing engagement on-demand for both proactive and emergency support.

Tuscaloosa, Alabama (LNJ Technical Services) Built two battery plants subcontracting for Siemens AG - MBUSI Battery Plant 1 and Plant 2. Over 200 station, including: Automatic robot cells, manual torque tool station, various automatic and semi-automatic measuring stations, gantries, and conveyor systems. Supported local automation companies with line optimization, production support, and training. Project duties: Prepare software for new installation Test and commission new line Line optimization Production support Line improvement projects Develop and provide on-site powertrain PLC training to MBUSI maintenance team Siemens TIA Portal (Powertrain standard)

Eberspächer SA, Faurecia CPT, Faurecia PE (DKT Engineering) LNJ Technical Services) Prepare software for new installations - Faurecia Faurecia migration from Siemens standard to Faurecia Clean Mobility (FCM) Allen Bradley standard Test and commission new and migrated lines Line Optimization Provide technical support and training to Faurecia employees Allen Bradley RS Logix 5000 (FCM standard) Eberspächer - Program, test and commission Welding Fixtures, Air Leak Testers and Checking Fixtures for a number of catalytic converter manufacturing lines Siemens TIA Portal

Port Elizabeth Performed day-to-day administration and coordinating functions within the Automation Department. Perform modifications on lines to improve efficiencies. Optimization of lines. Coordinate projects – Source quotes from contractors, procurement of parts, write PLC program, configure and program HMIs, Installations and Commissioning Robot Programming – Kuka and ABB – Pick and Place, CO2 Welding and Spot-Welding Applications Provide training and create work instructions for technicians Assist with breakdowns Data Logging and Monitoring; Generating daily, weekly and Monthly reports for lines. Siemens TIA Portal & Step 7. Omron. Schneider Unity Pro

Uitenhage Perform corrective, preventative and predictive maintenance on Presses and Feeder lines for presses, Canning lines, Welding Cells, 2D and 3D laser cutting machines, Furnaces, and CNC machines. Basic Operation of Motoman and ABB robots. Required to operate robot during breakdowns, troubleshoot, and make modifications on robot program. Active participation in projects focused on improvements of machinery and processes. Perform assigned programming tasks. Generate the necessary documentation associated with this work and participate in the work of training maintenance personnel and sharing acquired knowledge.

Port Elizabeth - Houston, Texas Working on all types of drilling rigs: Functions included but not limited to inspection, installing, commissioning, disassembly, troubleshooting, repairing, reassembly and testing of NOV products in a wide variety of locations

Port Elizabeth Programming PLCs and configuring HMIs Commissioning of control systems on site Technical support to clients, both on site and via telephone and email Management of support process starting from initial client request; on site fault diagnosis, and finally producing and implementing a solution Configuring and specifying control systems per customer requirements. Factory testing of control systems

Uitenhage Conduct Basic PLC training Conduct Basic Industrial Networking training Building, installation, programming, and commissioning of PLC training stations Conduct Basic KUKA KRC1 and KRC2 Robot Training Conduct Advanced Siemens Variable Speed Drives (Micromaster 420) training Project management - improvements and upgrades to facilities. In charge of setting up new PLC stations. Get the stations manufactured, order parts and either perform or oversee the assembling process.

Uitenhage Experiential training during university winter and summer vacations. This consisted of: Basic hand skills training Electrical training PLC and Robot training On the job training - shadowing maintenance technicians and assisting with breakdowns Assisting in Shutdown projects

Port Elizabeth, SA

Michigan, USA

Michigan, USA

Leonberg, Germany

Leonberg, Germany

Houston Texas, USA

Houston Texas, USA

Houston Texas, USA

Port Elizabeth, SA

Houston Texas, USA

Port Elizabeth, SA

Port Elizabeth, SA

FESTO

2008 - 2012 (Incomplete)