Mary Echi Ali
Lagos
Summary
Process driven professional skilled in Lean implementation, ERP-based workflow optimization, work center planning, time estimation, and material requirement planning to achieve streamlined, waste-free operations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Snr Manager, Production & Supply Chain Operation
TRANOS
09.2020 - Current
- Led a team of 87 employees, spanning from entry level staff to managers, fostering performance and engagement across all levels.
- Initiated and implemented a competency framework to identify job specific skill requirements and assessed team members’ competency levels, enhancing role clarity and development planning.
- Reviewed and optimized workflow processes and value chains, leading to improved manpower requirement planning and increased resource utilization.
- Developed and deployed a departmental onboarding strategy, ensuring seamless induction and accelerated productivity for new hires.
- Developed system of operation framework for Production and Supply Chain departments, integrating standards, best practices, performance tracking, and continuous improvement strategy with focus on the “5Ms” Man, Material, Methods, Money and Machines.
- Coordinated a company-wide ERP health check project, significantly improving process efficiency, access control utilization, and team adoption of the ERP system.
- Led the creation and revision of key operational dashboards, enhancing visibility, ease of use, and decision making effectiveness.
- Actively contributed to business strategic sessions that led to successful execution of multimillion dollar projects.
- Pioneered the introduction of ethics training into the onboarding curriculum for new hires and trainees.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
Production Engineer
Daikin America, Inc
08.2016 - 04.2019
- Optimized methods and processes across seven production lines by conducting time and motion studies to identify inefficiencies and eliminate waste.
- Led Lean improvement projects targeting operational efficiency and waste reduction, delivering measurable impact on productivity and cost-effectiveness.
- Collaborated on a major factory transition project, designing an optimized plant layout for seven production lines to maximize space utilization and enable continuous material flow, aligned with best practices for efficient manufacturing.
Manufacturing Engineer Intern
Cummins Inc.
06.2013 - 12.2013
- Managed production schedules and developed CNC programs to support efficient machine operations, while motivating and coordinating shop floor workers to ensure timely completion of daily tasks.
Education
Masters of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Texas A&M University
College Station 12.2018
Management Acceleration Programme -
Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University
Lagos, Nigeria12.2023
Mechanical Design Associate -
Dassault Systèmes
France01.2021
Six Sigma Green Belt -
Institute of Industrial And Systems Engineers Texas
College Station 01.2017
Bachelor’s Degree - Mechanical and Production Engineering
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Bauchi
Bauchi, Nigeria02.2015
Skills
- Business Process Management (BPM)
- Operational Excellence (Process Optimization & Waste Elimination)
- Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
- Work Center Planning & Time Estimation
- Material Requirement Planning (MRP)
- Streamlined Process Design & ERP Utilization
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Development & Documentation
- Learning Agility & Change Adaptability
- Talent Development, Mentorship & Coaching
- Workforce Planning, Scheduling & Resource Allocation
- Skill Gap Analysis & Competency Matrix Development
- Strategic & Data-Driven Business Decision-Making
Websites
Timeline
Snr Manager, Production & Supply Chain Operation
TRANOS
09.2020 - Current
Production Engineer
Daikin America, Inc
08.2016 - 04.2019
Manufacturing Engineer Intern
Cummins Inc.
06.2013 - 12.2013
Masters of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Texas A&M University
Management Acceleration Programme -
Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University
Mechanical Design Associate -
Dassault Systèmes
Six Sigma Green Belt -
Institute of Industrial And Systems Engineers Texas
Bachelor’s Degree - Mechanical and Production Engineering
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Bauchi
References
Carl, Rhodes Jr, Production Engineering Manager, carl.rhodes@goodmanmfg.com, 713-263-5324, Goodman Manufacturing, Manager, 19001 Kermier Rd, Waller, Texas, 774, To whom it may concern, I am writing to recommend Mary Echi, who worked for me as a Production Engineer. I have known Mary for over 3 years and have nothing but positive things to say. Mary’s latest position at Daikin/Goodman, was a Production Engineer reporting to me. There is no doubt in my mind that Mary will be an excellent addition to any organization. Mary is diligent about her skills and finished her Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering while working full time. She understands the criticality of doing things the right way and is innovative with new ideas and initiatives. Please do not hesitate on contacting me at 713-263-5324 or carl.rhodes@goodmanmfg.com if you have any further questions or requests.
Awards
Most dedicated employee 2024, Most influential leaders award 2022 and 2023, Best Design projects 2015, Best graduating female student 2015
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