Elijah Karuoya
Portland,OR
Summary
Highly skilled and dedicated Machine Maintenance Technician with over five years of hands-on experience in machine operation and maintenance, including a key role at Capital Plastics Limited, and a six-month attachment at an elevator installation company in 2019. I am eager to contribute my technical expertise and commitment to operational efficiency as part of the Seaport Steel Company team. Adept at working in fast-paced environments, with a strong commitment to enhancing operational efficiency in industrial settings, like steel manufacturing. Possess a GED equivalent and a proven track record of exceeding job requirements through technical expertise, and attention to detail.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
MACHINE OPERATOR
CAPITAL PLASTICS LIMITED
01.2016 - 09.2024
- Mastered handling diverse plastics and understanding their unique properties
- Operated and customized injection molding machines for producing laundry pins and a variety of plastic products
- Enhanced efficiency through strategic production planning and scheduling based on client demand
- Conducted servicing and troubleshooting for both minor and major machine issues
- Executed material color changes via machine purging
- Adjusted machine settings to improve operational efficiency
ATTACHEE
ENG-CONS COMPANY
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Working with power tools to perform various tasks on the site
- Installation of elevators and escalators
- Servicing elevator doors, check for any loose connections and also adjusting rope tension for the cabin
- Servicing escalator steps, cleaning inside escalators and checking oil level
Education
Online Degree Preparation classes -
BYU Pathway
Nairobi, Kenya06.2024
KCSE (High School GED Certificate) -
Aquinas High School
Nairobi, Kenya11-2015
Skills
- Injection molding
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality control
- Scheduling
- Operational control
- Breakdown troubleshooting
- Equipment monitoring
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Workplace safety
Accomplishments
- Team leader at Capital Plastics
- Captain, Eastland Center Football Academy
- Coordinator for the Wildlife club in Aquinas High School.
References
On request
Hobbies and Interests
- Creative and Hands-On Activities, Making DIY Projects: Passionate about creating do-it-yourself projects, which showcases creativity, problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to learning and innovation., Learning New Crafts: Continuously learning and experimenting with new crafting techniques, highlighting a commitment to skills development and artistic expression.
- Research and Technology, Reading Research Articles on IoT Platforms: Actively engaging with the latest developments in the Internet of Things, staying informed about innovative platforms and their applications. This demonstrates a keen interest in technology and continuous learning.
Affiliations
- Playing soccer
- Hiking
- Repairing things
Timeline
ATTACHEE
ENG-CONS COMPANY
10.2019 - 12.2019
MACHINE OPERATOR
CAPITAL PLASTICS LIMITED
01.2016 - 09.2024
Online Degree Preparation classes -
BYU Pathway
KCSE (High School GED Certificate) -
Aquinas High School
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