A seasoned Mechanical Technician with 8 years of experience in industrial maintenance, specializing in distillery operations and food safety management. Holder of ISO 22000 and HACCP certifications, demonstrating a strong commitment to quality and safety standards. Proven leadership in driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. Seeking to leverage diverse skills as a Shift Engineer at Pro Industries PTE Limited.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Mechanical Technician
Imani Harvest Limited
02.2022 - Current
Lead the maintenance and operation of specialized fruit drying machinery, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to food safety standards.
Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
Ensured safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
Kept detailed records of repairs and maintenance for reference in future work.
Provided technical assistance during new equipment installations, reducing commissioning timeframes while ensuring proper setup according to manufacturer specifications.
Boiler Technician (Section Head)
Leading Export Company Limited (LECL)
01.2020 - 01.2022
Supervised and directed boiler operations during shifts, ensuring the production of high-quality steam for distillation processes.
Maintained accurate records of work performed, materials used, and time spent on each project for proper documentation purposes.
Mentored junior technicians in best practices within the field of boiler repair and maintenance.
Maximized equipment lifespan through routine inspections, cleaning, and preventive maintenance tasks.
Reduced downtime with proactive troubleshooting and efficient problem-solving skills.
Ensured compliance to regulations by adhering to local, state, and federal codes during installations and repairs.
Increased boiler efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and repairs.
Maintained boiler room log by recording meter and gauge data readings, water test results and quantity of fuel consumed.
Senior Technician
Bukona Agro Processors Limited
03.2019 - 12.2019
Orchestrated shift operations of the distillery, ensuring seamless production processes and maintaining high-quality standards.
Completed preventive maintenance on set schedules.
Reduced downtime for critical systems through effective troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
Repaired components, systems and machines to control costs.
Drafted preventive maintenance schedule to support equipment longevity.
Installed new systems and parts with efficient approach.
Increased overall system reliability by implementing thorough preventive maintenance programs across all equipment lines.
Managed inventory control, ensuring accurate tracking of parts and supplies for seamless operations.
Mechanical Fitter
Mayuge Sugar Industry Limited (MSIL)
01.2018 - 03.2019
Entrusted with the maintenance and repair of critical distillery mechanical machinery, ensuring uninterrupted plant operations.
Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
Increased productivity with the timely replacement of worn parts and maintaining optimal machine conditions.
Contributed to project completion by assembling, fitting, and aligning complex mechanical components accurately.
Displayed strong problem-solving skills by swiftly identifying and implementing solutions to address mechanical malfunctions or breakdowns.
Assisted in training junior mechanical fitters on proper techniques, fostering effective teamwork and skill development within the department.
Identified potential issues and spoke with supervisors to immediately determine best methods for remediation.
Checked instruments for accuracy and calibrated to specifications.
Ensured safety compliance by performing routine inspections and adhering to established protocols.
Mechanical Pump Fitter
GM Sugar Factory
03.2016 - 12.2017
Led the maintenance team in daily shift operations, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of pump systems critical to the sugar production process.
Applied strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during the fitting process.
Corresponded with supervisor to identify and carry out projects, implementing repairs, expansions and new installations according to customer requirements.
Improved overall project completion time through proficient use of hand tools, power tools, and specialized machinery.
Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
Education
ORDINARY DIPLOMA IN MECHANICAL AND PRODUCTION ENGINEERING -