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OYETUNJI STEVEN OLANIBA
New Britain,USA
Summary
Results-driven professional with 20+ years of diverse experience in advanced manufacturing management, curriculum development, and program management. Skilled in implementing Lean methodologies and driving digital transformation initiatives, particularly in the context of Industry 4.0. Proven track record of achieving exceptional success rates and fostering collaborative relationships between academia and industry. Passionate about leveraging innovative teaching strategies, research, and industry collaborations to enhance educational outcomes and operational efficiency. Seeking a tenure-track role to further contribute to academic excellence and the advancement of manufacturing education and practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Professor
Central Connecticut State University
08.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Department of Manufacturing and Construction Management
- Instructed undergraduate and graduate courses, including: Undergraduate: TM 190: Global Quality Management Fall 2022|17 Students TM 463: Logistics Management Fall 2022|16 Students, Fall 2023| 15 Students, Fall 2024|15 Students TM 310: Environmental Health & Safety Summer 2023|1 Student, Spring 2024|23 Students, Summer 2024|4 Students TM 360: Production Systems Spring 2024|12 Students, Spring 2025|14 Students TM 366: Supply Chain and Purchasing Strategy Spring 2023|23 Students, Spring 2024|20 Students, Fall 2024|18 Students, Spring 2025|17 Students TM 390: Lean Operation Management Fall 2023|20 Students, Fall 2024|22 Students
- MM 266: Principles of CNC Fall 2023 (2 Sections) |22 Students ROBO 220: Parametric Model & Simulation Spring 2023|24 Students Graduate: CET 594: Research Design Fall 2024|2 Students SCLM 562: Supply Chain Strategy Fall 2022|11 Students, Spring 2025|6 Students SCLM 564: Quality Systems Management Fall 2023|8 Students TM 502: Human Relation/Behavior in Complex Org Winter 2023|5 Students, Winter 2024|5 Students TM 512: Principles of Occupational Safety Summer 23|2 Students, Summer 24|12 Students TM 562: Supply Chain Strategy Spring 2025|13 Students TM 572: Innovative Leadership Fall 22|10 Students, Spring 2023|3 Students, Fall 23|17 Students, Spring 2024|8Students, Fall 2024|24 Students, Spring 25|16 Students
- Achieved over 99% student success rates across courses taught
- Introduced experiential learning methods, including hands-on projects, industry simulations, and capstone designs, resulting in a 30% increase in student engagement
- Facilitated industry-academic collaboration by integrating real-world case studies and challenges into course content
- Developed curricula focusing on Lean methodologies and Industry 4.0 competencies to prepare students for leadership roles in production-oriented industries
- Department of Manufacturing and Construction Management
Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant
Iowa State University
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Company Overview: Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering
- Instructed courses including: TSM 241: Introduction to Manufacturing process for plastics Spring 2021 (5 sections) |60 Students), Fall 2021 (5 sections) |50 Students
- TSM 310 Total Quality Improvement Fall 2020| 23 Students
- TSM 363: Electric Power and Electronics for Agriculture and Industry Spring 2020| 85 students, Fall 2020| 60 Students, Fall 2019|62 students
- Published research on Lean and Industry 4.0 competencies, contributing to academic knowledge and industry applications
- Co-authored studies aimed at enhancing course accessibility through Open Educational Resources, securing a 98% student success rate
- Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering
Process Technician
Dymotek Molding Technologies
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Monitored and maintained control of thermoplastic and silicone molding processes to ensure consistent quality and efficiency
- Supported the execution of the production schedule by troubleshooting issues and optimizing processes to minimize downtime
Lean Specialist
Walgreens Boot Alliance Distribution Center
02.2018 - 11.2018
- Spearheaded Lean initiatives, increasing certification rates by 30% and productivity by 25%
- Conducted training workshops to promote a culture of continuous improvement
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements, leading to a 15% reduction in operational costs
- Conducted training workshops to promote a culture of continuous improvement among staff
Education
Ph.D. - Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering- Industrial and Agricultural Technology Major
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05.2023
M.S. - Technology Management
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT12.2017
Postgraduate Diploma - Business Administration
National Open University of Nigeria
Lagos, Nigeria01.2015
Higher National Diploma (Bachelors) - Statistics
Yaba College of Technology
Lagos, Nigeria10.2009
National Diploma (Associate) - Statistics
Yaba College of Technology
Lagos, Nigeria02.2005
Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Operations Management
- Supply Chain Strategy
- Purchasing Strategy
- Digital Transformation
- Industry 40
- Curriculum Development
- Educational Leadership
- Data Analysis
- Performance Improvement
- Client Relationship Management
- Research
- Publications in Manufacturing
- Time management
- Mentoring students
- Positive attitude
- Process flows
- Computer skills
- Continuous improvement
- Lecturing
Accomplishments
- Gamma Sigma Delta, Iowa State University, 2021
- Epsilon Pi Tau, Iowa State University, 2020
- Anthony & Helen G. Bichum Scholarship, Central Connecticut State University, 2017
Affiliations
- Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering (ATMAE)
- American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE)
Research Activities
Publications
- Olaniba, O.S., et al. (2024). Assessing the Curriculum Content for Lean and Industry 4.0. International Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science, September 2024.
- Olaniba, O.S., et al. (2024). Manufacturing Sector’s Competency for Lean and Industry 4.0. International Journal of Innovative Science, Engineering & Technology, 11(07), July 2024.
- Olaniba, O.S., et al. (2024). Study of Lean and Industry 4.0 Competencies to Bridge the Gap between Industry and Academia. International Journal of Innovative Science, Engineering & Technology, 11(06), June 2024.
- Shukla, M., Thamma, R., Olaniba, S.O., and Sobti A (2024). A Comparative Study of Machine Learning Algorithms: Enhancements and Future Directions. International Journal of Innovative Science, Engineering & Technology, 11(05), May 2024.
- Olaniba, O.S. (2023). Characterization of an Integrated Lean and Industry 4.0 Curriculum Framework. Available from ProQuest.
- Haughery, J.R., Olaniba, S.O., Elder, A.K.(2021). The Effectiveness of Open Educational Resources to Improve Access and Learning in an Electricity Course. Journal of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering.
Conference presentations
- Olaniba, O.S., et al. (2024). State-Of-The-Art Framework for Lean and Industry 4.0 Programs. Presented at the ATMAE Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV.
- Olaniba, O.S., et al. (2024). Lean and Industry 4.0 Assessment in Manufacturing. Presented at the ATMAE Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV.
- Olaniba, O.S., et al. (2022). Needs Assessment of Lean and Industry 4.0 Skills in the Manufacturing Sector. Presented at the ATMAE Annual Conference, Louisville, KY.
- Olaniba, O.S., et al. (2022). Lean and Industry 4.0 Curriculum Content Evaluation. Presented at the ATMAE Annual Conference, Louisville, KY.
- Olaniba, O.S., et al. (2022). Lean and Industry 4.0 Skills: A Gap Analysis between Academia and Industry. Presented at the ATMAE Annual Conference, Louisville, KY.
- Ryan, S., Mosher, G.A., Olaniba, O.S., (2022). Industry 4.0 Maturity Assessment: Framework, Challenges, and Industry Needs. Presented at the ATMAE Annual Conference, Louisville, KY.
- Olaniba, O.S. and Haughery J.R (2020) Human Machine Interaction: Physical and Psychological Impact on Humans. Presented at the JTMAE Annual Conference (Virtual).
- Haughery, J.R., Olaniba, S.O., Elder, A.K. (2020). Towards Improving Access and Learning Through Open Educational Resources in an Undergraduate Electricity Course. Presented at the ATMAE Annual Conference (Virtual).
Posters
- Olaniba, O.S., et al. (2021). Assessing the Status of Iowa Industry 4.0 Advanced Manufacturing Education and Training Needs. Poster presented at the ATMAE Annual Conference, Orlando, FL.
- Olaniba, O.S., et al. (2021). Integration of Lean and Industry 4.0 Skills for Industrial Technology and Engineering Manufacturing Curriculum Design. Poster presented at the Iowa State University Graduate Society of Women Engineers Poster Presentation Competition, Ames, IA.
- Olaniba, O.S., et al. (2021). Integration of Lean and Industry 4.0 Skills for Manufacturing Industrial Technology and Engineering Curriculum Design. Poster presented at Iowa State University Research Days, Ames, IA.
- Olaniba, O.S., et al. (2020). Human-Machine Interaction: Physical and Psychological Impacts of Semi-Automated Piece Picking Systems on Humans (Order Pickers). Poster presented at the ATMAE Annual Conference (Virtual).
Other Technical Papers
- Olaniba, O.S. (2017). A Meta Research on the Relationship between Performance Measures and Leadership Beliefs, Behaviors, and Competencies. Master’s Program Research Method Term Paper, Central Connecticut State University.
- Olaniba, O.S. (2017). 3D Printing Application in the Medical and Pharmaceutical Industry. Master’s Program Product Life Cycle Management Term Paper, Central Connecticut State University.
- Olaniba, O.S. (2014). Electronic Commerce Development in Nigeria: Concept and Implementation. Postgraduate Diploma Thesis, National Open University of Nigeria.
- Olaniba, O.S. (2009). A Statistical Analysis of the Factors that Cause Marital Dispute in Homes in Lagos State, Nigeria. Higher National Diploma Thesis, Yaba College of Technology.
Community Service
- New Testament Baptist Church, East Hartford, CT, Usher, Youth Volunteer, Choir Member
- Heartland Baptist Church, Ames, IA, Sunday School Teacher, Soccer Coach
Hobbies and Interests
- Emerging Technology
- Academic Research
- Family
- Politics
- Music
- Travel
- Football
- Table Tennis
- Soccer
Certification
- Diploma Certificate in Operations Management, 2012
- Executive Master’s Certificate in Project Management, 2011
- Microsoft Project 2007 Application Certificate, 2011
- Office Automation with Excel, Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), Minitab and QSB+ 2009
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
Interests
Timeline
Assistant Professor
Central Connecticut State University
08.2022 - Current
Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant
Iowa State University
08.2019 - 05.2022
Process Technician
Dymotek Molding Technologies
10.2018 - 01.2019
Lean Specialist
Walgreens Boot Alliance Distribution Center
02.2018 - 11.2018
M.S. - Technology Management
Central Connecticut State University
Postgraduate Diploma - Business Administration
National Open University of Nigeria
Higher National Diploma (Bachelors) - Statistics
Yaba College of Technology
National Diploma (Associate) - Statistics
Yaba College of Technology
Ph.D. - Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering- Industrial and Agricultural Technology Major
Iowa State University
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