ANDREW LULE
Engineer/Administrator
Kampala
Summary
Personal statement
A strong and inspirational leader who knows how to drive team members to greater success. I have experience of scheduling, supervising, and motivating staff so that they achieve maximum efficiency. I possess a Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Engineering and management which means I am an expert at dealing with complex technical and managerial problems. On a personal level I have a professional appearance, enthusiastic attitude and the ability to instill trust and confidence in customers. Right now I am looking for a suitable position that offers brilliant prospects for future development and career advancement. I have a calm and patient deposition meaning that I am able to work effectively under pressure and focus on the task at hand. I am a very motivated person who is very keen to have a successful career. I am now looking forward to making a significant contribution to an institution that offers a genuine opportunity for progression.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Arise and Shine Maize Millers Limited
01.2022 - Current
- In this role, I coordinate and oversee the organization’s operations by making important policy and strategic decisions, as well as develop and implement operational policies and procedures
- Rolled out the tally accounting system to all departments which has strengthened the internal controls hence better accountability of finance and materials
- Reduced cost of production and management through deliberate efforts including installation of capacitor bank, process control and monitoring
- Improved efficiency of staff through appraisals, supervision, motivations and frequent meetings and as a result, employees’ efficiency has been improved
- Managed grant from aBi development for project titled Building resilience of smallholder farmers through increasing access to Agro-inputs
- As a result, there has been smooth implementation of the project resulting into increased maize growth and harvests in the areas of Masindi
- Kiryandongo and oyam and as well increase in incomes of smallholder farmers
- This has created reliable supply of raw material for the business
- Carried out debt recovery through deliberate efforts and as a result, the debtors have been reduced
- Grew the efficiency of existing processes and procedures by working with top management to determine values and mission, and plan for short and long-term goals
- This has ultimately enhanced and sustained the organization’s internal capacity
- Effectively led, motivated, and supported the team within a time-sensitive and demanding environment, including plans for all direct reports and problem resolution.
Technical Consultant
Shine Maize Millers Limited
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Plant Upgrade, Arise and, While here, I was in charge of ensuring plant safety as well as its efficient and sustainable use through the improvement of its performance
- Designed, supervised and tested the installation of new milling lines which ensured better quality, increased capacity and reduced wastage of the plant
- Ensured that expenses were within the budget such that there were no unnecessary expenditure and as a result, we were able to stick to the budget
- Contributed towards the facelift of the plant which improved the general company image
- Provided guidance and support for individual development needs by overseeing staff performance and ensuring that it matched organizational targets
- Supported efforts to implement technology and practices to reduce contamination, increase efficiency and yield and increase utilization of idle equipment
- As a result, this increased customer loyalty to company products
- Ensured conformance to good manufacturing practices and ensured food safety.
- Authored best practices documentation for use in new personnel onboarding processes.
- Organized system operating procedures to strengthen controls.
Production Manager
Arise and Shine Maize Millers Limited
09.2018 - 11.2020
- During my tenure here, I oversaw the maize product process and coordinated all its activities as a way of ensuring the workflow met the required deadlines
- Designed and implemented maintenance schedules which ensured optimal production
- This involved coordinating with sales team to develop production plan and timelines as well as supervising the production team to plan, schedule and perform production activities
- Set up a machine workshop equipped with all the necessary tools after investigating production challenges and developed the necessary solutions to underlying causes
- This improved production output
- Registered the company under relevant bodies like UNBS and UMA which increased customer trust in the company since it was a registered entity
- Reduced the cost of production through deliberate energy management systems
- Improved efficiency of the workers and machines through effectively monitoring production activities and adjusting schedules for on time delivery
- Ensured compliance and that the final product meets quality standards
- Other responsibilities
Graduate Engineer
Arise and Shine Maize Millers Limited
01.2018 - 08.2018
Operations Engineer
engineering Uganda Limited
01.2015 - 12.2017
Metrologist Intern
Uganda National Bureau of Standards
06.2013 - 09.2013
General Moldings Uganda Limited
06.2012 - 09.2012
Education
Postgraduate diploma - project planning and management
Uganda Management Institute
Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial Engineering and management
Kyambogo University
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education Mengo Senior School Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined
Kasubi Secondary School
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Mengo Primary School
Skills
Other trainingsData analysis and reportingInternational trade procedures and processes and related regulations from East Africa Grain CouncilEnergy management training from Ministry of Energy & Mineral Development and GIZ
Timeline
Operations Manager
Arise and Shine Maize Millers Limited
01.2022 - Current
Technical Consultant
Shine Maize Millers Limited
06.2021 - 12.2021
Production Manager
Arise and Shine Maize Millers Limited
09.2018 - 11.2020
Graduate Engineer
Arise and Shine Maize Millers Limited
01.2018 - 08.2018
Operations Engineer
engineering Uganda Limited
01.2015 - 12.2017
Metrologist Intern
Uganda National Bureau of Standards
06.2013 - 09.2013
General Moldings Uganda Limited
06.2012 - 09.2012
Postgraduate diploma - project planning and management
Uganda Management Institute
Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial Engineering and management
Kyambogo University
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education Mengo Senior School Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined
Kasubi Secondary School
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Mengo Primary School