Kebadu Mengist Tisasu
Silver Spring,MD
Summary
Dynamic Mechanical Engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and extensive hands-on experience in manufacturing operations, equipment maintenance, and process improvement. Proven track record in maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical systems to enhance operational efficiency and minimize downtime, as demonstrated at Matahara Sugar Factory. A solid foundation in production processes and quality assurance gained as a Blow Molding Machine Operator is complemented by current experience in retail, further honing organizational and teamwork skills. Passionate about leveraging technical expertise to address engineering challenges and contribute to innovative, quality-driven projects within a forward-thinking organization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Associate
7-11 Convenience Store
04.2025 - Current
- Working at 7-11 convenient store as retail associate.
- Managed daily inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability for customer needs.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, enhancing overall shopping experience and satisfaction.
- Trained new associates on store policies and procedures, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Junior Mechanical Engineer
Metehara Sugar Factory
04.2022 - 06.2024
- I worked as a Junior Mechanical Engineer at Metehara Sugar Factory (Metehara, Ethiopia). I provide directions to the technicians and participate in the construction, installation, operation, maintenance, inspection and repair of mechanical equipment and sustain smooth operation of the factory.
- Collaborated with senior engineers to troubleshoot operational issues in machinery.
Blower Machine Operator
Erist Trading Plc
02.2021 - 04.2022
- Worked as blower machine operator at erist trading plc. (Bahir Dar, Ethiopia). It was my responsibility to set up and operate blow molding machine equipment used to create plastic bottles, to set working temperatures and pressure according to the output. At the same time cleaning and minor maintenance of the machine was my responsibility.
Intern
Des General Trading Plc
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Worked as an intern at des general trading plc. (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia). Assisting the other employees and helping the company improve by forwarding some engineering ideas that I learned from my university education.
- Supported daily operations by coordinating logistics for product shipments and deliveries.
Education
BSc - Mechanical Engineering
Addis Ababa Institute of Technology (AAiT)
Addis Ababa12.2020
Skills
- Fluent in Amharic
- Proficient in English
- Emotional intelligence
- Cooperative
- Good verbal and written communication
- Setting and meeting deadlines
- Prioritizing tasks
- Delegating work
- Good time management
- Basic knowledge of Solid Works, AutoCAD and Ansys
- I have basic computer skills such as Microsoft office(Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel) and Programming skills like C, MATLAB, python
- Strong decision maker
- Complex problem solver and creative
- Sociable and good presentation skill
Timeline
Retail Associate
7-11 Convenience Store
04.2025 - Current
Junior Mechanical Engineer
Metehara Sugar Factory
04.2022 - 06.2024
Blower Machine Operator
Erist Trading Plc
02.2021 - 04.2022
Intern
Des General Trading Plc
03.2019 - 06.2019
BSc - Mechanical Engineering
Addis Ababa Institute of Technology (AAiT)