Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
ADDITIONAL STRENGTHS & TRAINING
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KENNETH ODURO

Des Plaines,IL

Summary

Field Service Professional with over 15 years of industrial experience with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for reliability and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in troubleshooting, machine installation, training, controls & automation systems, PLC programming and wiring, mechanical aspects of machine equipments, customer relationship management, and technical support. Valued for effective communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities. Prepared to make significant impact through strategic planning and operational efficiency. Organized, dependable and ability to prioritize tasks and meeting deadlines. Equipped with strong problem solving abilities and results oriented.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
10
10
Certification

Work History

Automation / Field Service Manager

Dredge Master Limited
Accra, Ghana
03.2022 - 12.2025
  • Perform mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and automation related issues on equipment and facility-related systems.
  • Troubleshooting of Servo drive, Encoder or resolver devices
  • Troubleshoot Siemens PLC-controlled equipment to resolve operational and safety issues.
  • Welding and fabrication engineering
  • Train customers and reinforce 5S workplace organization and safety standards.
  • Execute preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
  • Support equipment installations, and mechanical fabrication using SolidWorks and AutoCAD drawings.
  • Supervise and Coordinate external electrical projects on project sites.
  • Upgrading old control systems to fit modern design (Control System Design).
  • Respond to emergency breakdowns and ensure all work complies with OSHA and company safety policies.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records and manage parts and tool inventory.

Regional Manager - Automation / Field Service

Sewerage Systems Ghana Limited
Kumasi, Ghana
09.2017 - 02.2022
  • Supervised daily maintenance activities for manufacturing and production equipment.
  • Troubleshooting of Servo drive, Encoder or resolver devices
  • Performed troubleshooting and repairs on automated systems and Siemens PLCs.
  • Ensured production uptime through proactive maintenance planning and rapid response to breakdowns.
  • Oversees work orders, maintenance reporting, and compliance with ISO standards.
  • Perform mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic and automation related issues on equipment and facility-related systems.
  • Troubleshoot Siemens PLC-controlled equipment to resolve operational and safety issues.
  • Execute preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
  • Support equipment installations, and mechanical fabrication using SolidWorks and AutoCAD drawings.
  • Supervise and Coordinate external electrical projects on sites.
  • Upgrading old control systems to fit modern design (Control System Design).
  • Respond to emergency breakdowns and ensure all work complies with OSHA and company safety policies.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records and manage parts and tool inventory.
  • Train customers and reinforce 5S workplace organization and safety standards.

Engineering Manager

Northmen Beverages Limited
Accra, Ghana
10.2015 - 08.2017
  • Maintained and repaired production line equipment, automotive manufacturing systems, and facility infrastructure.
  • Diagnosed and repaired electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
  • Verified proper voltage, motor rotation, fuse ratings, and electrical safety compliance.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and emergency repairs to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
  • Documented maintenance activities in CMMS and ensured compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Supported equipment upgrades, installations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Maintenance/ Automation Supervisor

Kasapreko Company Limited
Accra
04.2005 - 09.2015
  • Led maintenance operations for industrial and heavy equipment, including facility support systems.
  • Implemented structured PM programs that significantly reduced downtime.
  • Welding, fabrication & modification systems.
  • Managed maintenance budgets, equipment modifications, and regulatory compliance.
  • Provided leadership, training, and technical guidance to maintenance teams.
  • Prepare production reports and maintenance program.
  • Supervise factory hand workers to achieve a given target.
  • Read electrical Schematic diagrams and troubleshoot Problems.
  • Service and maintain Flexi-bag Si 500 and Bi 260 machines punch machine.
  • Service and maintain Krones and CBI production machines.
  • Train electrical technicians and other technical officers.
  • Upgrading old mechanical systems into automatic production equipment.

Education

Master of Science - Energy Systems Engineering

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Kumasi, Ghana
03.2025

MBA - General MBA

University of Gold Coast
Accra, Ghana
06.2024

Bachelor of Science - Instrumentation Engineering

Regent University College of Science & Technology
Accra, Ghana
10.2015

Skills

Facilities & Manufacturing Maintenance

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance (PM)

Automation & Controls systems

Siemens / Allen Bradley PLC Troubleshooting

Hydraulics & Pneumatics Flow Systems

Mechanical & Electrical Diagnostics

OSHA Compliance & Facility Safety

5S / Lean Manufacturing Practices

CMMS & Maintenance Documentation

Equipment Installation & Upgrades

Root Cause Analysis

Inventory & Parts Management

Team Leadership & Training

Emergency Breakdown Response

Willing to Work Weekends & Holidays

Field Service with Customer service experience

Certification

  • Ghana Institution of Engineering – PE-GhIE, Electrical Licenses
  • Energy Commission of Ghana – Certified Energy Auditor
  • Hungarian Water Partnership (Hungary) – Certified Wastewater Management Professional
  • Hassia- Redatron GmbH (Germany) – Professional trainer for Flexi-Bag Si 500 & Bi 260 Machines (Sachet & stick-pack packaging machines)
  • Driver's License

Timeline

Automation / Field Service Manager

Dredge Master Limited
03.2022 - 12.2025

Regional Manager - Automation / Field Service

Sewerage Systems Ghana Limited
09.2017 - 02.2022

Engineering Manager

Northmen Beverages Limited
10.2015 - 08.2017

Maintenance/ Automation Supervisor

Kasapreko Company Limited
04.2005 - 09.2015

Master of Science - Energy Systems Engineering

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology

MBA - General MBA

University of Gold Coast

Bachelor of Science - Instrumentation Engineering

Regent University College of Science & Technology

ADDITIONAL STRENGTHS & TRAINING

  • Excellent teamwork, communication, and leadership skills
  • Adaptable, quick learner, and comfortable in high-demand manufacturing environment
  • Ability to impart knowledge.
  • Reverse Osmosis treatment systems.
  • Welding and fabrication engineering.
  • Very good in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Visio, Projects, AutoCAD, etc.
  • Computerized Maintenance Management Systems Application (SAP).
  • RSLogix 5000 Automation for Allan-Bradley controllers
  • Industrial Controls & Automation.
  • Programming of VFD Drives
  • Siemens S7-300/400 programming (wiring & Troubleshooting)
  • FlexiBag Si 500 and Bi 260 Sachet & Stick packaging machines (HASSIA REDATRON MACHINE
  • Wastewater management (Pureco/Hungarian water partnership)
  • Mechanical aspects and troubleshooting of industrial / process equipment.
  • Troubleshooting of CNC machine and Injection molding machines
  • Experience in Servo drives & Encoder or resolver devices