Nonso Odunukwe
Process Control Engineer
Portharcourt
Summary
Experienced automation and Control Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the food & beverages industry. Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Engineering, and Strategic Planning. Competent in reliability maintenance and a professional with over 7 years of progressive experience in managing cost, preventive & predictive plant maintenance, Industrial Automation & control systems. Well versed in Production Operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Site Process Control Engineer
International Brewery Subsidiary Of AB-InBev
Port Harcourt, RI
10.2022 - Current
- Support plant process optimization in terms of Quality, Cost and Speed improvements
- Championed adoption of cutting-edge technologies within organization, resulting in improved process control capabilities and strong competitive advantage.
- Support managers and process engineers so that optimization proposals can be engineered.
- Support change control process at brewery to ensure that approved changes are made in accordance with approved procedures and vendor recommendations to control and automation system as specified by area managers and process engineers
- Ensure and maintain control and automation systems uptime by continuously assessing and mitigating risks, resolving breakdowns and instituting sustainable prevention measures leading to increase in machine availability from 75% to 97%.
- Conducting C&A risk assessments and recommending mitigation as per the site risk assessment process
- Executing mitigation efforts in reduction of risks identified Conducting after action reviews to engineer, design and execute sustainable preventative measures
- Support regions with C&A project implementation and ensure that they adhere to the C&A standards within the project
- Support regions with control and automation project implementations by ensuring correct control and automation standards are followed and advising on technologies where applicable Provide input to Business Case by reviewing business cases and making recommendations to regions.
- Assist with technology selection by providing regions with insight into new technologies and making recommendations around these Provide regions with advice of technology implementation
- Provide regions with divisional Standards where they exist or assist regions in developing new standards in conjunction with regions.
- Support regions with problems experienced in Control and Automation layer that has been escalated.
- Validate product designs against engineering principles, standards and customer requirements.
- Create standard operating procedures SOPs for various production processes.
- Evaluate equipment vendors based on technical specifications, cost, and delivery timelines.
- Coordinate maintenance activities with operations teams to minimize downtime during planned shutdowns.
- Conduct root cause analysis on process-related issues and implemented corrective actions.
- Monitor and analyze data from processes and experiments.
- Support quality standards, recommending and implementing equipment and process modifications.
- Spearheaded initiatives to implement efficient solutions within facility, leading to significant savings of $3k in water costs.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Maintenance Controller (control, Automation and Electrical)
International Brewery Subsidiary of AB-InBev
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Continuously optimized plant, process equipment and systems by ensuring machines are available.
- Communicated effectively in teams by providing support and coaching of team members, SKAP Assessments of team members and improvement of skills levels from 60% to 95%.
- Fostered and maintained safe work areas.
- Developed apprentices, artisans and machine specialist thereby ensuring that a development plan was in place via pipeline design.
- Identified CAPEX UPP opportunities that needed to be addressed
- Prepared ZBB Maintenance budget and associated compliance to budget.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure adequate funding was available for necessary equipment upgrades or replacements when needed.
- Evaluated new technologies or processes that could enhance effectiveness of maintenance function
- Ensured all maintenance activities were documented accurately in Computerized Maintenance Management System CMMS.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing downtime, improving efficiency, and extending life of assets
- Managed spare parts inventory levels and established reorder points to minimize stockouts.
- Analyzed equipment performance data to identify trends in breakdowns or inefficiencies that could be addressed through maintenance activities.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Reviewed work orders for accuracy, completeness, and prioritization before assigning them to technicians.
- Assessed ongoing training needs of personnel based on skill gaps identified during routine job evaluations
- Trained technicians on proper maintenance procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation
- Established key performance indicators KPIs for maintenance department and monitored progress toward achieving goals.
- Tracked maintenance activity using SAP software to confirm compliance with industry requirements.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Process Control Technician
International Brewery Subsidiary of AB-InBev
05.2018 - 10.2021
- Ensured that all equipment is correctly calibrated and maintained
- Provided a specialist support to machine specialist
- Regularly provided Coaching for all electrical Artisans
- Maintained a smooth equipment operation
- Adhered to and monitor work environment for compliance with GMP's, Health and Safety regulations, practices and policies, house-keeping guidelines as required
- Drove continuous improvement/leaning in maintenance department by optimizing PMs to address failure modes
- Tracked, analyzed and improved key maintenance parameters such as asset utilization, maintenance cost, PM compliance, schedule compliance, etc
- Reviewed reliability of equipment or components and recommended/assisted or partook in improvements
- Monitored and assisted in the development of technicians to improve craft skills and personal development by Identifying training requirements, developed training materials/matrices and liaise with training controller to conduct training sessions
- Periodically Carried out preventative/predictive/corrective maintenance work- orders to improve work execution
- Managed equipment permitting, including clearing and tagging individual pieces based on safe work standards
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles to streamline workflows and reduce waste in production environment
- Responded promptly to equipment malfunctions by diagnosing root causes and performing repairs as needed
- Identified performance issues with electronic units using standard testing equipment.
Process Millwright Technician
International Brewery Subsidiary of AB-InBev
11.2016 - 04.2018
- Provided adequate maintenance support to the Packaging maintenance section using SOPs in-order to continuously make the equipment 100% available according to standard maintenance practices in all or multiple equipment layout within the department
- Minimized all losses due to equipment availability and track triggers of critical components to design and plan for preventive maintenance
- Ensured that maintenance is carried out in the right manner and done within the stipulated time
- Set up machinery properly with hand and power tools, carefully checking level, centerlines and balance
- Restored performance by replacing defective parts and improving alignment between components
- Conducted daily and weekly leaning maintenance schedule according to prescribed procedures to ensure efficient machine performance
- Used relevant documents/checklists as prescribed in-order to ensure that the machines run with best operation procedures
- Applied 5S procedures and good housekeeping practices in-order to prevent personal injuries and damage to equipment
- Ensured a prompt end of shift report of all technical issues preventing the machines in his domain from achieving optimum performance
- Carried out root cause analysis using the adequate tools (5Y, fishbone, DMAIC, etc.)
- Possess Knowledge of operation of all Krones packaging machines and process with specific relevance to instrumentation
- Planned and prepared job in a logical and cost-effective manner
- Maintained, repaired and optimized plant and associate devices
- Identified opportunities and improved plant reliability and availability from 70% to 98%.
Technical Trainee
International Brewery Subsidiary of AB-InBev
06.2013 - 11.2016
- Built basic electronic circuits
- Performed mechanical fittings and fabrication
- Gained Knowledge in pumps and valves
- Gained Knowledge in basic Plc (programmable logic controller)
- Gained Knowledge in packaging fundamentals
- Repair and equipment optimization
- Located faults in electrical systems through effective line testing
- Practiced safety and performance protocols to comply with regulations and policies
- Managed smooth installations, fabricating missing parts and using minor carpentry abilities to create professional look
- Restored service during off-hours by professionally handling emergency calls
- Maintained detailed logs of repair, maintenance and installation jobs
- Examined machines to locate defects and worn areas
- Contributed to strong quality assurance standards by examining products for non-conformance issues and correcting problems
- Determined nature of required repairs by reading work orders, inspecting equipment and testing systems
- Corrected malfunctions with troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- Championed and implemented best practices and delivery standards.
Sales personnel / Network Administrator
Pharm-forte Network Ltd
01.2010 - 10.2010
- Supervised and monitored company network system
- Coordinated sales effectively
- Handled market/customer feedbacks and follow-up Projects
- Handled, Organized and updated file systems, keeping records easily retrievable
- Ordered, dispensed and organized office supplies for team use
- Compiled and updated employee records in digital and physical file systems
- Prepared weekly reports and other documentation for internal communications, meeting support and new policy notifications
- Inspected files to verify employee documentation and accuracy
- Facilitated purchases of supplies and equipment by coordinating with qualified vendors
- Resolved emergency issues quickly by maintaining organized spare parts inventory
- Delivered top-tier technical assistance to staff, customers and third-party organizations.
Education
Certificate In control And Automation Engineering - Automation
Atlantic International University
01.2019 -
Higher National Diploma In Electrical Engineering - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Osun State College of Technology
Osun 01.2015 - 04.2017
Ordinary National Diploma in Electrical Electronics - Electrical Engineering
Yaba College of Technology
Lagos, Lagos 04.2010 - 04.2012
Skills
Leadership
Certification
Siemens TIA SERV 1
Accomplishments
- Achieved Line efficiency of 98% through effectively helping with good maintenance principles like Tagging and de-tagging.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop budget tracking spreadsheets.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop Maintenance team KPI tracking spreadsheets.
Hobbies
I love watching Football and Travelling.
Timeline
Site Process Control Engineer
International Brewery Subsidiary Of AB-InBev
10.2022 - Current
Maintenance Controller (control, Automation and Electrical)
International Brewery Subsidiary of AB-InBev
11.2021 - 09.2022
Certificate In control And Automation Engineering - Automation
Atlantic International University
01.2019 -
Process Control Technician
International Brewery Subsidiary of AB-InBev
05.2018 - 10.2021
Process Millwright Technician
International Brewery Subsidiary of AB-InBev
11.2016 - 04.2018
Higher National Diploma In Electrical Engineering - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Osun State College of Technology
01.2015 - 04.2017
Technical Trainee
International Brewery Subsidiary of AB-InBev
06.2013 - 11.2016
Ordinary National Diploma in Electrical Electronics - Electrical Engineering
Yaba College of Technology
04.2010 - 04.2012
Sales personnel / Network Administrator
Pharm-forte Network Ltd
01.2010 - 10.2010
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