Akoete Awokpe
Altoona
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Master schedule, Production planner, Material/inventory coordinator and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Scheduler
Titan Tire Intl
08.2023 - Current
- Tracked production progress and made changes for efficiency.
- Analyzed capacity utilization trends to identify areas for improvement in resource allocation and work order sequencing.
- Developed comprehensive master production schedules that accounted for material availability, labor requirements, and equipment constraints.
- Enhanced efficiency in the manufacturing process by refining scheduling strategies based on historical performance data.
- Optimized production schedules by analyzing demand forecasts and capacity constraints.
- Performed analysis of materials to maximize product planning, capacity, product completion and delivery efficiency meeting customer and site requirements.
- Created and monitored production schedules from start to finish.
Production Planner/Scheduler
Titan Tire Intl
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
- Coordinated material procurement efforts, ensuring on-time availability of components for uninterrupted production cycles.
- Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
- Planned and established production schedules and optimized control levels for diversified manufacturing operations.
- Developed, released and monitored daily schedules to foster on-time completion of finished products.
- Managed change requests effectively, balancing priorities while minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations.
- Reviewed inventory stock and reordered to maintain supplies for production.
Production and Inventory Coordinator
Danfoss
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted in the development of annual budgets for both production and inventory departments, monitoring expenses throughout the year.
- Maximized inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for material optimization and waste minimization.
- Participated in regular meetings with upper management to provide updates on production efficiency, inventory levels, and overall department performance.
- Enhanced production efficiency by identifying bottlenecks, analyzing root causes, and recommending solutions.
- Use SAP to receive and process all transaction of inbound Shipped from Supplier
- Work close with buyer, procurement department about shortage report to ensure part availability, and communicate COGI, discrepancy between goods and invoice receipt with supply management
- Audit material replenishments cycles count in supermarket and production cells
- Resolves inventory errors and expedites parts to ensure smooth production
- Ensure production cell have parts they need for successful production
Material Handler
GXO/ Logistics
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Managing daily Inventory by following the process of FIFO (Experience on WMX software)
- Anticipate and prepare orders for customers
- Keep work tools for easy access for customers
Inventory Specialist
HNI Corp, Allsteel Plant
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall productivity.
- Implementation of three bins system to improve replenishment processes
- Restructure the communication between internal suppliers and customers
- Managed production line and central stores inventory
- Improved production line efficiency by reducing 75% of the unused Inventory
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05-2022
Skills
- ERP/SAP systems proficiency
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Leadership
- Self motivation, proactive
- Microsoft Excel, VSM, Oracle
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Master Scheduler
Titan Tire Intl
08.2023 - Current
Production Planner/Scheduler
Titan Tire Intl
08.2023 - 10.2024
Production and Inventory Coordinator
Danfoss
10.2022 - 08.2023
Material Handler
GXO/ Logistics
06.2022 - 10.2022
Inventory Specialist
HNI Corp, Allsteel Plant
06.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
Iowa State University
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