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Benson Ikhazuangbe
Mechanical Engineer
Benin City, Edo
Summary
Proficient in maintaining smooth and efficient mechanical systems. Systematic professional with keen eye for details, strong focus on performance improvements and skill in root cause analysis. Solutions-oriented engineering professional with strong understanding of product development process. Brings excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with colleagues, management and vendors. Proactive in identifying areas of improvement and taking steps to drive successful completion of projects.
Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with more than 10 years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
COREN registered Mechanical Engineer.
A member of Nigerian Society of Engineers and Nigeria Institution of Mechanical Engineers
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Field Operations Supervisor
NNPC
09.2022 - Current
- Conducted ongoing reviews of program financial systems to assess cost control measures.
- Evaluated team member performance and productivity, provided feedback and implemented corrective actions.
- Implemented quality control systems to reduce errors, resulting in increased customer satisfaction rates.
- Conducted scheduled and impromptu evaluations to assess work performance.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Communicated with stakeholders on job milestones.
- Mentored junior employees, fostering professional growth and development while strengthening the organization''s talent pipeline.
- Enforced environmental policies aligned with regulatory requirements as well as internal initiatives aimed at sustainable business practices.
- Maintained accurate documentation of field activities, facilitating efficient reporting and analysis of results.
- Developed training materials and facilitated onboarding processes for new hires, improving overall team performance.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
NNPC
03.2017 - 08.2022
- Mentored junior engineers in design principles and best practices, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and continuous learning among team members.
- Improved product quality with the development of robust testing procedures and implementation of corrective actions.
- Reviewed designs and counseled [Type] clients on courses of action to remedy issues while staying under-budget and sticking to timelines.
- Used lean manufacturing principles to develop, evaluate and improve [Type] manufacturing methods.
- Reduced downtime through efficient troubleshooting and swift repairs of mechanical systems.
- Investigated and corrected mechanical problems with machinery.
- Documented maintenance activities and confirmed compliance with relevant regulations.
- Organized and directed maintenance shutdowns and startups.
- Dismantled defective machines and equipment and installed new or repaired parts.
- Provided technical support during installation of new equipment, ensuring proper setup for optimal functionality.
- Improved plant efficiency with routine inspections and adjustments to optimize performance.
- Increased maintenance team efficiency [Number]% by streamlining processes and reducing task redundancy.
- Applied mechanical problem solving skills to develop creative solutions for quality products.
- Tested newly installed systems, closely monitoring functionality and adherence to operating specifications.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Developed comprehensive documentation detailing maintenance schedules, procedures, and guidelines for reference by all personnel involved in upkeep activities.
- Assisted in budget planning for annual maintenance expenses by providing accurate estimates based on historical data and anticipated needs.
- Completed root cause analysis, logged faults, and prepared system reports.
- Increased equipment lifespan, conducting thorough preventative maintenance on machinery.
- Provided technical training for maintenance team members on new system enhancements.
- Trained junior engineers on best practices for mechanical maintenance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Examined existing documents and blueprints to best update and maintain project records.
- Ensured safety compliance during all maintenance activities, adhering to industry standards and company policies at all times.
Operator
NNPC
03.2007 - 08.2017
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Drafted reports detailing machine production outputs and material quantities.
- Monitored and tracked warehouse inventory and ordered new materials to prevent shortages.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Supported management in achieving strategic objectives related to productivity, cost control, quality assurance, compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing optimized machine settings and routine maintenance procedures.
- Efficiently read and interpreted blueprints.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction with consistent delivery of products on schedule and within specifications.
- Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Portharcourt
Portharcourt 04.2001 -
Higher National Dipolma - Mechanical Engineering - Plant Option
Kaduna Polytechnic
Kaduna 04.2001 -
Skills
Strategic Planning
Affiliations
Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers
Nigerian Society of Engineers
Playing Table Tennis
Enjoy playing Table Tennis as means of ralaxation
Work Availability
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Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Team Building / Company RetreatsCompany CultureCareer advancementWork-life balancePersonal development programsQuote
The supernatural is the natural not yet explained.
Elbert Hubbard
Interests
Timeline
Field Operations Supervisor
NNPC
09.2022 - Current
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
NNPC
03.2017 - 08.2022
Operator
NNPC
03.2007 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Portharcourt
04.2001 -
Higher National Dipolma - Mechanical Engineering - Plant Option
Kaduna Polytechnic
04.2001 -
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