Obiesie Chidozie Kenneth Dennis
Production,Projects & Continous Improvement Manager at GBfoods Africa- Claim this Profile
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Samuel OLAYEMI
Quite a lot to write, but in comprehension; Mr. Dennis is a unique & extraordinary being I have so much wanted to work with. The way he achieves results still amazes me. His rising to the top of the ladder is nothing but an epitome of greatness. Having Mr. dennis in the ecosystem is one in a life time opportunity and I am glad to have met Mr. Dennis Chidozie. Amongst many Expertise I have witnessed are: 1. Mastery of Industrial Processes 2. Leadership 3. Engineering and Design 4. Conflict Resolution 5. Industrial Solution Architect
Joseph Adewuyi
For Obese, I fondly call him sir Dennis not because of his age but because of his acuity and performance. He is a vibrant, agile and active manager. He is a man of multiple proficiencies, talk of Engineering, Business expertise, Production management, Project Management, Factory and Facilities Management He is a manager par excellence with a track record of transforming a business establishment from the ground zero to the Zenith He is sure a big fish for any organisation to catch
Dr. Abdulsalam E. Ogbemudia, BSc, MSc, MBA, DBA, DF, FCBA
Dennis is a result-oriented gentleman with great sense of success in whatever he does. He works beyond standard norms and is always willing to assist others with unequal human relations and team spirit. He possesses high degree technical and operational knowledge, skills and expertise that have done him a lot of good in successfully executing massive infrastructural and manufacturing projects of international standard.
Samuel OLAYEMI
Quite a lot to write, but in comprehension; Mr. Dennis is a unique & extraordinary being I have so much wanted to work with. The way he achieves results still amazes me. His rising to the top of the ladder is nothing but an epitome of greatness. Having Mr. dennis in the ecosystem is one in a life time opportunity and I am glad to have met Mr. Dennis Chidozie. Amongst many Expertise I have witnessed are: 1. Mastery of Industrial Processes 2. Leadership 3. Engineering and Design 4. Conflict Resolution 5. Industrial Solution Architect
Joseph Adewuyi
For Obese, I fondly call him sir Dennis not because of his age but because of his acuity and performance. He is a vibrant, agile and active manager. He is a man of multiple proficiencies, talk of Engineering, Business expertise, Production management, Project Management, Factory and Facilities Management He is a manager par excellence with a track record of transforming a business establishment from the ground zero to the Zenith He is sure a big fish for any organisation to catch
Dr. Abdulsalam E. Ogbemudia, BSc, MSc, MBA, DBA, DF, FCBA
Dennis is a result-oriented gentleman with great sense of success in whatever he does. He works beyond standard norms and is always willing to assist others with unequal human relations and team spirit. He possesses high degree technical and operational knowledge, skills and expertise that have done him a lot of good in successfully executing massive infrastructural and manufacturing projects of international standard.
Samuel OLAYEMI
Quite a lot to write, but in comprehension; Mr. Dennis is a unique & extraordinary being I have so much wanted to work with. The way he achieves results still amazes me. His rising to the top of the ladder is nothing but an epitome of greatness. Having Mr. dennis in the ecosystem is one in a life time opportunity and I am glad to have met Mr. Dennis Chidozie. Amongst many Expertise I have witnessed are: 1. Mastery of Industrial Processes 2. Leadership 3. Engineering and Design 4. Conflict Resolution 5. Industrial Solution Architect
Joseph Adewuyi
For Obese, I fondly call him sir Dennis not because of his age but because of his acuity and performance. He is a vibrant, agile and active manager. He is a man of multiple proficiencies, talk of Engineering, Business expertise, Production management, Project Management, Factory and Facilities Management He is a manager par excellence with a track record of transforming a business establishment from the ground zero to the Zenith He is sure a big fish for any organisation to catch
Dr. Abdulsalam E. Ogbemudia, BSc, MSc, MBA, DBA, DF, FCBA
Dennis is a result-oriented gentleman with great sense of success in whatever he does. He works beyond standard norms and is always willing to assist others with unequal human relations and team spirit. He possesses high degree technical and operational knowledge, skills and expertise that have done him a lot of good in successfully executing massive infrastructural and manufacturing projects of international standard.
Samuel OLAYEMI
Quite a lot to write, but in comprehension; Mr. Dennis is a unique & extraordinary being I have so much wanted to work with. The way he achieves results still amazes me. His rising to the top of the ladder is nothing but an epitome of greatness. Having Mr. dennis in the ecosystem is one in a life time opportunity and I am glad to have met Mr. Dennis Chidozie. Amongst many Expertise I have witnessed are: 1. Mastery of Industrial Processes 2. Leadership 3. Engineering and Design 4. Conflict Resolution 5. Industrial Solution Architect
Joseph Adewuyi
For Obese, I fondly call him sir Dennis not because of his age but because of his acuity and performance. He is a vibrant, agile and active manager. He is a man of multiple proficiencies, talk of Engineering, Business expertise, Production management, Project Management, Factory and Facilities Management He is a manager par excellence with a track record of transforming a business establishment from the ground zero to the Zenith He is sure a big fish for any organisation to catch
Dr. Abdulsalam E. Ogbemudia, BSc, MSc, MBA, DBA, DF, FCBA
Dennis is a result-oriented gentleman with great sense of success in whatever he does. He works beyond standard norms and is always willing to assist others with unequal human relations and team spirit. He possesses high degree technical and operational knowledge, skills and expertise that have done him a lot of good in successfully executing massive infrastructural and manufacturing projects of international standard.
Credentials
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How to Manage Lean Six Sigma Projects: Part I
LinkedInAug, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
How to Manage Lean Six Sigma Projects: Part II
LinkedInAug, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Lean Six Sigma Foundations
LinkedInAug, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Operational Excellence Foundations
LinkedInAug, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Operational Excellence Work-Out and Kaizen Facilitator
LinkedInAug, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Project Management Foundations: Communication
LinkedInAug, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Project Management Foundations: Teams
LinkedInAug, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Root Cause Analysis: Getting to the Root of Business Problems
LinkedInAug, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Creating a Great Place to Work for All
LinkedInJul, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Get Promoted Faster: Expand Your Brand
LinkedInJul, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
How to Effectively Deliver Criticism
LinkedInJul, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Leadership: Practical Skills
LinkedInJul, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Managing Logistics
LinkedInJul, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Project Management Skills for Leaders
LinkedInJul, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Understanding Logistics
LinkedInJul, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Why Projects Fail and How to Improve Their Success
LinkedInJul, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Become a Leader People Love
LinkedInJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Daniel Pink on Motivation
LinkedInJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Ken Blanchard on Servant Leadership
LinkedInJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Leading with a Heavy Heart
LinkedInJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Supporting Your Team as Offices Reopen
LinkedInJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Transformational Leadership
LinkedInJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Managing for Results
LinkedInDec, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Business Analysis Foundations
LinkedInNov, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Driving Measurable, Sustainable Change
LinkedInNov, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Managing Office Politics
LinkedInNov, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Change Management Foundations
LinkedInOct, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Operations Management Foundations
LinkedInOct, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Process Improvement Foundations
LinkedInOct, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Inventory Management Foundations
LinkedInSep, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Dealing with the Seven Deadly Wastes
LinkedInAug, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Giving Your Elevator Pitch
LinkedInAug, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Writing a Business Case
LinkedInAug, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Difficult Situations: Solutions for Managers
LinkedInJun, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Managing Resources Across Project Teams
LinkedInJun, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Project Leadership
LinkedInJun, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Project Management Foundations: Risk
LinkedInJun, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Project Management: International Projects
LinkedInJun, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Business Acumen for Project Managers
LinkedInMay, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Leading Projects
LinkedInMay, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Quality Management Foundations
LinkedInMay, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Three Tips for Managing Egos and Difficult Emotions
LinkedInMay, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Project Management Foundations: Quality
LinkedInApr, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Associate Member
Certified Professional Trainer IPMA, UK by QuestDec, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
HONOURS DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
NIITJan, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
CERTIFIED UNIVERSAL PACK TECHNICIAN
UNIVERSAL PACKFeb, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
CIPM
Certified Professional Trainer IPMA, UK by Quest -
ENERGY EFFICIENT MANAGER
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Experience
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GBfoods Africa
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Ghana
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Food and Beverage Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Production,Projects & Continous Improvement Manager
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May 2022 - Present
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Projects and Production Manager
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Jun 2019 - Jun 2022
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Production Manager
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Oct 2018 - Jun 2019
Management of total manufacturing operation in the Foods factories as per agreed standards; Leading manufacturing activities in the factories to achieve desired service levels on time.Deploy and Deliver to an annual plan and financial results including targets on service, costs, productivity, quality, innovation.Report directly to the Factory Manager.Direct reports are the Shift Managers/Coordinators and 55 staff and 300 contract staffs.
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Engineering and Production Head
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Jan 2018 - Oct 2018
Training and development of all operation staffs on the manufacturing processes and sustainable policy.• Ensures that products compliance with agreed Gbfoods standards for Quality, Food Safety, Occupational and Environment• Safety, Efficiencies, Inventory Control, Material Handling and Reporting.• Business Waste (MUV): Ensure full reconciliation of all RMPM.• Project CapEx management to ensure proper RFP & CEP is summited for all innovation.• Built a lean but agile manufacturing operation process in accordance with an approved plan on efficiency, safety, quality, environment, operational budget and other KPIsEffectively lead, coach and develop a large work team to accomplish operational objectives.• Drives factory total quality management system.• Focused on driving labor, utility and total conversion cost.• Identify, diagnose and resolve operational, manufacturing and maintenance problems within deadlines.• Pinpoint and implementation of standard best practices such as HACCP, SAP system and all audit suggestions.• Design a strategy to harmonize all operations to reflect cost reduction components in conformity with labor relations practices.• Remodeled the logistics, change and participative management systems and practices to conform to the overall TQM architecture.• Engineered an inventory control process with major emphasis on the distribution management apparatus in order to reflect World Class Manufacturing standards.• Devised an efficient business reengineering model that strengthened warehousing capacity planning objectives & facility management upgrades• Operated QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) audit and plan curative measures• Maintain a seamless relationship with colleagues in research & development, quality control, health & safety and other relevant outsourced personnel
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Snr Maintenance Engineer
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May 2017 - Mar 2018
Ensures optimized equipment performance by maintaining / improving equipment and line controls• Participates in organization - and executes annual overhaul of production lines.• Contributes to preparation- and controls area of responsibility related maintenance budget ensuring sufficient funds to cover all routines and initiatives reflected in strategy & operational plans.• Prepares, presents and interprets Maintenance KBI's, makes recommendations which result in increased productivity and efficiency; reduces cost and improves customer satisfaction • Understands and controls main cost drivers in Maintenance• Builds maintenance teams' capabilities through implementation of training and development programs• Communicates unit strategy and ensures that all unit members understand and accept it • Leads processes, systems and people side of all change initiatives in the unit• Sets stretching but achievable objectives for all people in the unit• Builds and re-reinforces relationships with Production, Quality Assurance, Engineering, Production Planning• Ensures continuous process improvement by exploring Group and industry benchmark and employees input• Promotes process automation and use of technology • Ensure all Health, Safety & Environment policies and procedures are in place and followed• Ensures all work is carried out in a safe and appropriate manner by maintenance personnel and service/contractor personnel
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Snr Maintenance Engineer
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Aug 2016 - Apr 2017
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Maintenance Engineer
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Jan 2016 - Jul 2016
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Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor
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Aug 2014 - Dec 2015
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Machine /Shopfloor Supervisor
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Oct 2013 - Jul 2014
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Foreman
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Apr 2012 - Sep 2013
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senior machine operator
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Jan 2011 - Mar 2012
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Machine Operator
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Jun 2007 - Dec 2010
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Education
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Business School Netherlands
Executive MBA -
Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University
EXECUTIVE EDUCATION, Organizational Leadership -
ESCAE
Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science -
Olabisi Onabanjo University
PGD, Information Technology -
INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL MANAGERS ASSOCIATION
PGD MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY, MANAGEMENT -
LAGOS STATE POLYTECHNIC
NATIONAL DIPLOMA, Electrical and Electronics Engineering -
National Institute of Information Technology
HONOURS DIPLOMA, Distinction -
National Institute of Information Technology
CCNA, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications -
National Institute of Information Technology
Certificate, Computer fundamentals -
National college Gbagada
SSCE -
Jolly day Nur & Pry Sch
FSLC