Gabriel Okeke
Columbus
Summary
Results-driven Chemical Engineer with 7 years experience in the manufacturing industry, specializing in process optimization to boost plant productivity and safety. Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing and cross-functional team leadership, achieving notable cost savings and operational efficiencies. Committed to continuous improvement through innovative solutions and effective communication skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Engineer
Sumitomo Bakelite High Performance Plastics
Kenton
12.2019 - Current
- Analyzed process steps and identified opportunities to remove bottlenecks, optimize settings, and improve plant productivity
- Led a project to install a new recirculation system for cleaning process lines, resulting in annual savings of $50,000
- Conducted a leak survey of the plant to identify and resolve energy loss sources, generating projected annual savings of $20,000
- Analyzed and implemented corrective actions to address problems with processes and equipment
- Trained employees on new processes and procedures, ensuring efficient acclimation and smooth transitions during operational changes
- Improved operating procedures to minimize human errors and enhance workplace safety
- Performed Process Hazard Analysis, EHS Risk assessments, and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews for equipment and processes
- Completed numerous incident investigations and implemented corrective actions to prevent recurrence
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams (maintenance, engineering, production, and EHS) to execute projects and achieve operational objectives
- Managed capital expenditure projects, overseeing timelines, resources, and budgets to achieve plant productivity and safety goals
Process Engineer
PPG Industries
Circleville
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Managed the polymer resin manufacturing process, ensuring quality and efficiency
- Utilized root cause analysis to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing process issues, implementing corrective and preventative actions
- Improved reactor cycle times by two hours (out of 14 total batch hours) through process optimization
- Collaborated with a cross-functional team (engineers, managers, and programmers) to develop, test, and deliver customer-approved products
- Employed data analysis tools to interpret data, improve test methods for quality control, and ensure customer satisfaction
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas05.2018
Skills
- Lean Manufacturing principles
- Root Cause Analysis
- Process optimization
- Problem solving and corrective action implementation
- Process documentation and updates
- Training and communication
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Project Management
- Data analysis
- Scheduling and coordination
- Continuous improvement
- Root cause analysis
- Engineering
- Production management
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Effective collaboration and teamwork
Timeline
Production Engineer
Sumitomo Bakelite High Performance Plastics
12.2019 - Current
Process Engineer
PPG Industries
06.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Texas Tech University
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