CHIBUZOR FELIX
Merrillville,IN
Summary
Motivated Chemical Engineering graduate with nearly 2 years of experience as an Operations Engineer in a consumer products manufacturing plant, seeking a challenging role in both the manufacturing industry and engineering firm. Proven skills in operations management and a strong foundation in environmental health and safety (EHS) gained during a previous internship as an EHS Engineering Internship in a construction company.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Engineer
Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc. (A Colgate-Palmolive Co)
Emporia, KS
06.2022 - Current
- Led high-performing teams in achieving production targets, resulting in a 17% improvement in efficiency.
- Implemented strategic initiatives to streamline operations and enhance overall plant performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement new SOP process changes.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents by 21% through comprehensive training programs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry regulations and quality standards.
- Set schedules and oversaw daily workflow.
- Served as primary resource to operating technicians for troubleshooting issues involving safety, design, production, quality defects, process changes and equipment modification by soliciting feedback and driving continuous improvement.
Team Lead
LEAR INCORPORATED
Hammond, IN
05.2020 - 12.2021
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
EHS Engineering Intern
SAUER INCORPORATED
Naval Station Great Lakes, IL
05.2016 - 12.2017
- Conducted thorough risk assessments and implemented safety measures, reducing accidents by 25%.
- Coordinated safety training programs for employees and contractors, ensuring a culture of safety.
- Drafted and maintained EHS documentation to comply with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with senior engineers on projects and offered insight.
- Assisted senior engineers and management with clerical duties to keep department functioning and workflows running smoothly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago, IL05.2022
Skills
- Process Optimization
- Safety Protocols Implementation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Production Coordination
- Technical Analysis
- KPI Tracking
- Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Communication
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Operations Engineer
Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc. (A Colgate-Palmolive Co)
06.2022 - Current
Team Lead
LEAR INCORPORATED
05.2020 - 12.2021
EHS Engineering Intern
SAUER INCORPORATED
05.2016 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Illinois Institute of Technology