Experience

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  Kapa Oil Refineries Limited.

  • Kenya
  • Consumer Goods
  • 300 - 400 Employee

  • Production Associate Engineer

    • Jul 2022 - Sep 2022

    Worked as a production assistant with the following roles; Production Planning and Coordination- Assisted in planning and coordinating production schedules to meet customer demand and inventory requirementsMaterial Handling and Inventory Control- Managed the procurement and inventory of raw materials, ensuring an adequate and continuous supply for productionEnsured Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) of the production floor equipment to sustain its Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)Quality Control and Assurance- Collaborated with the quality control team to conduct regular quality checks on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goodsDocumentation and Record Keeping- Maintain accurate records of production activities, including batch records, production logs, and quality control reports.Constantly monitored the plants availability, performance and quality to optimize the plant’s total productive time through minimizing downtime, minor stops and less rejects and defectsEnsured continuous improvement through regular meeting with the production floor supervisors and technicians Worked on troubleshooting, identification and repair of mechanical and electrical faults and guiding the maintenance team with the arising technical issuesPlants budgetary allocations for equipment & facility maintenance, and improvement projects & Capex projects (Cost control)Employed other lean manufacturing principles and tools for instance Just-in-Time(JIT), Kanban, KPIs and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to eliminate the 8 lean wastesInterfaced with other departments within the company e.g. purchases, sales and marketing for total quality management within the productionReported to the plant’s production manager

  • Associate Maintenance Engineer

    • Oct 2020 - Jun 2022

    I undertook a multifaceted role involving various key responsibilities, demonstrating a comprehensive skill set and a commitment to operational excellence. Here's a detailed description of the roles and contributions during my tenure:CAD Design and Project Support: Proficiently generated CAD 2D and 3D drawings, facilitating fabrication, Machining and project planning (Used AutoCad and Autodesk Inventor).Maintenance Planning and Scheduling:Optimized team efficiency through meticulous planning, ensuring seamless coordination of activities and timely project completion.Budgetary Planning and Cost Control:Implemented effective cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality maintenance standards.Equipment Inspection and Monitoring:Conduct regular inspections of mechanical equipment to identify potential issues or signs of wear and tear. Used various tools and instruments to assess the condition of machineryUtilities Monitoring and Equipment Maintenance:Implemented proactive maintenance strategies, preventing disruptions and ensuring continuous operational reliability. Site equipment included compressors, chillers, Reverse osmosis plant and transfer pumpsRegulatory Compliance and Inspection:Ensured all maintenance operations met statutory requirements and adhered to company standardsDocumentation:Maintain detailed records of equipment maintenance, repairs, and inspections. Document procedures, manuals, and technical specifications for referenceSAP Administrative Roles:Administered SAP functions, including creating Work Orders (PM, BM, GM WOs) and managing technical completions for accurate cost tracking and spare parts usageIn summary, my role as an Associate Engineer involved a dynamic blend of technical expertise, project management, financial acumen, and regulatory compliance, contributing significantly to the department's overall efficiency and success

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  ICT Authority of Kenya

  • Nairobi, Kenya

  • Research Innovator

    • Sep 2020 - Nov 2020
    • Nairobi, Kenya

    Appointed to a team of research innovators for a project in the design and development of a digital learning device for primary schools in accordance to the preset terms of reference which included;Implementation of the workplan as directed by the team of experts which included all the activities of the projectOutline the specifications of the designed deviceDesign and develop the designIncubation of the design and development of the productParticipate in the dry-run production and implementation of the deviceActed as a team lead in the design and prototyping of the device casing (3D printing used for prototyping and Injection Moulding for Mass production)Reported to the team of expert in Mechanical Designs

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  Steel Frame Fabricators Ltd

  • Ruiru, Kiambu, Kenya

  • Mechanical Engineering Intern

    • Sep 2018 - Nov 2018
    • Ruiru, Kiambu, Kenya

    Internship program under the supervision and guidance of a professional engineer. Worked with the company design engineer in AutoCAD drawings, designing of building trusses, Beams and generation of piping layouts for the clientsWorked with Welders and fitters in fabrication, assembly, and installation works in the client's respective sites while ensuring that customer standards and specifications were metWorked in the Machine shop with the bending machines, shearing machines, drilling, Rollers, and lathe machinesGained knowledge and experience working on sheets metals of Iron, Mild steel, Stainless Steel and Aluminium

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  Finlays

  • Kericho, Kenya

  • Mechanical Engineering Intern

    • Jul 2017 - Sep 2017
    • Kericho, Kenya

    Worked as an intern for 8 weeks, under the guidance of experienced technical engineers during which the following roles were covered; CTC rollers maintenance, repairs, sharpening and installation Worked in the fire tube and shell boilers in optimizing steam production in the plant, Ensured efficiency of the processing machines through regular preventive maintenance (PM), Condition Based Monitoring (CBM) Attended to any Breakdowns and Corrective Maintenance of equipment within the factory.