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AFOUTOUHLIN GOKOUNOUS

Cary,NC

Summary

After gaining valuable new skills and knowledge by completing the Technician Certification Program (TCP). A senior operations professional with a strong track record of optimizing workflows and ensuring smooth daily operations. My expertise includes process improvement, equipment maintenance, and quality control. Fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing demands. Consistently deliver results through effective problem-solving and leadership. skillful in process improvement, equipment maintenance, and quality control. Additionally known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to evolving demands. Consistently delivers results through effective problem-solving and leadership

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Operator

Wolfspeed, Inc
01.2021 - Current

Highly proficient in maneuvering tools and complexity

  • Completes tasks with no direct oversight of familiar tools and tasks, Understand team production goals and promptly identify and communicate quality or production problems
  • Effectively trains peer operators on primary toolsets
  • (OJT certified)
  • Have met and exceeded Operator expectations in three years.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting technical issues that arose during production runs, working closely with engineers to identify root causes and implement solutions.

Manufacturing Technician

YOH (Biomerieux)
09.2019 - 12.2020
  • Troubleshot equipment issues, minimizing downtime, and keeping production on track to meet deadlines.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and were of good quality.
  • Increased overall productivity by training new technicians and providing ongoing support to team members.
  • Assembled and tested parts and components to meet safety and performance standards.

Frac Acid

Halliburton
06.2018 - 09.2019
  • Examined proper lubrication and functioning of pumps and mechanical equipment.
  • Reported operational deficiencies to supervisor and maintenance personnel to promote timely maintenance of equipment and prevent potential injuries.
  • Delivered consistent results under pressure while maintaining full compliance with safety protocols during high-stress situations.
  • Optimized resource utilization with careful planning and organization of daily tasks among crew members.

Machine Handler

Flextronics
12.2007 - 05.2018
  • Managed inventory levels for necessary parts and supplies, ensuring continuous availability for repairs or replacements as needed.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow, resulting in improved overall performance.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements through careful observation and analysis of daily operations.

Education

High school or equivalent - College prep

Lycee De Tokoin
Lome, Tog (West Africa)
08.1990

Other - TCP - CERTIFIED

Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NC
07.2024

Other - OJT – CERTIFIED

Wolfspeed
Durham, NC
12.2023

Skills

  • Endura
  • Lasertec
  • Rev 013
  • VFT (diffusion)
  • Sussbonder
  • LLS
  • Centura
  • 5s
  • Machine operation
  • Standard operating procedures
  • Operational efficiency

Timeline

Senior Operator

Wolfspeed, Inc
01.2021 - Current

Manufacturing Technician

YOH (Biomerieux)
09.2019 - 12.2020

Frac Acid

Halliburton
06.2018 - 09.2019

Machine Handler

Flextronics
12.2007 - 05.2018

High school or equivalent - College prep

Lycee De Tokoin

Other - TCP - CERTIFIED

Durham Technical Community College

Other - OJT – CERTIFIED

Wolfspeed
AFOUTOUHLIN GOKOUNOUS