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SASU OFORI

Saint Paul,MN

Summary

Hardworking Utility Locator with proven experience working with various job equipment. Dedicated to timely and accurate work and adept at sticking to deadlines in harsh working conditions and following directions.

An enthusiastic, creative, and diligent initiative taker with strong leadership and communication skills. Proven academic and curricular achievements and possess the right technical skills required to propel the organization to achieve its goals and objectives, with a drive to gain experience in data collection, analysis, summarizing, and reporting.

Resourceful Plant Operator offering over 4 years of expertise in monitoring manufacturing plant operations through data produced by SCADA systems. Purpose-driven and quickly and accurately adjusts to maintain quality. Talented in operating heavy machinery while following safety procedures.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Utility Locator

USIC Utility Locating Service
Saint Paul, MN
05.2024 - Current
  • Analyzed blueprints, maps and other documents to identify the exact locations of underground utilities.
  • Conducted detailed surveys using specialized equipment, such as ground-penetrating radar systems, in order to locate buried utilities.
  • Performed precise measurements and calculations to accurately determine the depth and position of buried pipes, cables and conduits.
  • Worked with customers to develop solutions for locating difficult-to-find utilities.
  • Responded to customer inquiries regarding utility location services.
  • Coordinated with supervisors, engineers and other personnel in order to ensure that all locates were completed safely and efficiently.
  • Prepared detailed reports documenting all findings from utility locates.
  • Utilized advanced techniques such as vacuum excavation or hydrovac excavation when necessary.

Product Delivery Specialist

Amazon Inc
Minneapolis, MN
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Developed and implemented product delivery strategies to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to identify potential issues in the product delivery process.
  • Created, monitored and adjusted automated processes related to product delivery.
  • Analyzed customer feedback data to inform future product deliveries.
  • Performed quality assurance checks on products prior to their release into the market place.
  • Identified areas of improvement within existing product delivery processes and procedures.
  • Led cross-functional teams through successful completion of complex product deliveries.
  • Resolved escalated customer service inquiries related to timely product deliveries.
  • Utilized software programs such as ERP systems and CRMs for effective management of products from start to finish.

Process Plant Operator

Metropolitan Council Environmental Services
Saint Paul, MN
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Operated and maintained processing equipment, including pumps, valves, compressors, heat exchangers, and boilers.
  • Monitored and adjusted process parameters to ensure optimal performance.
  • Conducted routine inspections of plant machinery and equipment to identify potential problems or safety hazards.
  • Performed troubleshooting on process systems when issues arose.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to adjust processes in order to meet customer specifications.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as applicable regulatory standards.
  • Implemented corrective actions for non-conforming product batches according to established protocols.
  • Interpreted complex technical documents such as engineering drawings and schematics related to plant operations.
  • Analyzed data from laboratory tests to determine any necessary changes in operating conditions or process parameters.

Refinery Operator

Gopher Resource
Eagan, MN
07.2021 - 04.2022
  • Performed daily visual inspections of the entire refinery, including tanks and piping systems.
  • Operated valves to regulate flow of materials through process equipment such as pumps, compressors, exchangers, heaters, coolers, and reactors.
  • Adjusted process parameters such as temperatures, pressures, flows, levels and compositions to ensure optimal operation.
  • Monitored gauges, indicators and computer displays in order to verify specified operating conditions.
  • Maintained accurate records of all activities performed during shift operations.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on plant equipment such as filters and strainers.
  • Analyzed samples for quality control purposes using laboratory instruments such as gas chromatographs or spectrometers.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting problems with refinery processes or equipment malfunctions.

Process Plant Operator

PepsiCo
Burnsville, MN
07.2020 - 07.2021
  • Led a team of 5 machine operators while maintaining a flawless safety record.
  • Operated and maintained processing equipment, including pumps, valves, compressors, heat exchangers, and boilers.
  • Performed over 5k routine inspections of industrial machinery annually, enabling 99.95% uptime.
  • Performed troubleshooting on process systems when issues arose.
  • Monitored and adjusted process parameters to ensure optimal performance.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to adjust processes to meet customer specifications.
  • Communicated regularly with other departments regarding status updates on plant operations.
  • Monitored over 50 digital and analog machines' health indicators to ensure optimal performance of $2m dollars manufacturing equipment.

Data Entry Specialist

Robert Half International, Wells Fargo
Saint Louis Park, MN
04.2020 - 06.2020
  • Accurately input over 5,000 employee records annually across multiple HR databases with 99.7% accuracy.
  • Conducted weekly audits, uncovering inaccuracies, for continuous data integrity improvement.
  • Developed standardized data entry protocols, leading to a 22% decrease in non-compliant entries.
  • Fielded 40+ data rectification requests daily through the tracking system to enable updates within 24 hrs.
  • Drove adoption of customer-centric data best practices company-wide.
  • Increased productivity by processing 10% more entries per month via database optimization.
  • Identified and implemented data automation opportunities, leading to a 13% improved output.

Operations Associate

Kohl's Inc
Saint Louis Park, MN
12.2019 - 04.2020
  • Managed 40+ daily administrative tasks, including answering up to 50 calls and scheduling 15+ appointments to drive departmental productivity.
  • Streamlined recruiting by leading interview scheduling for 30 open roles weekly and created accurate work schedules for a team of 50+
  • Drove seamless implementation of new company-wide ERP by collaborating with IT and operations teams.
  • Communicated with 60+ personnel daily to provide shipment and delivery updates, improving supply chain coordination.
  • Conducted over 500 safety audits annually company-wide to ensure 100% compliance.
  • Supported Operations Head to enforce policies and standards across 8 departments.
  • Assisted the Accounting unit with weekly payroll for 100+ employees with 100% accuracy.

Senior Operations Manager

Nyakrom Rural Bank Limited
Agona Nyakrom, Ghana
02.2015 - 10.2019
  • Strategized and executed daily operations for 50+ employees, enabling a 23% productivity improvement in a fast-paced environment.
  • Established centralized systems and enforced stringent processes for 5 business functions, reducing errors by 31%.
  • Developed robust schedules, workflows, and resource allocation for 60+ projects annually, driving on-time delivery.
  • Administered a $2 budget, encompassing forecasts, variance analysis, and corrective plans.
  • Galvanized a 30-member team by instilling quality and customer-centric values, improving satisfaction scores by 20%.
  • Championed workplace safety programs aligned with legal regulations, achieving a zero incident rate.
  • Partnered with GM to deliver operational excellence and contribute to the annual growth strategy.
  • Championed workplace safety programs aligned with legal regulations, achieving a zero incident rate.
  • Managed customer lifecycle through engagement surveys and complaint resolution, retaining 92%.
  • Mitigated customer issues empathetically to protect brand reputation and maintain loyalty.

Senior High School Teacher

S.D.A Senior High School
Koforidua, Ghana
09.2012 - 02.2015
  • Incorporated 5 innovative teaching strategies into the curriculum to boost student engagement by 30%
  • Provided daily progress feedback to 60 students and conducted 40 parent-teacher conferences annually about instructional approaches

• Led 30 classroom activities per semester focused on developing students' physical, emotional, and social growth

• Hosted 2 student workshops annually on study skills, attended by 80% of students

• Planned 90 fully integrated lessons per year aligned to national education standards

• Provided personalized growth advice to 30 students weekly during mentoring sessions

• Performed comprehensive evaluations for 100 students biannually to gauge performance; students showed 20% improvement in problem areas

• Assessed over 1500 assignments and tests annually while providing each student detailed grading feedback

Sales Associate Manager

Golden Star Enterprise
Agona Swedru, Ghana
06.2006 - 08.2008
  • Motivated and led a 15-member sales team to the annual revenue target by 10%, through stringent tracking of outreach volume, scheduled meetings, and win rates.
  • Resolved 120+ customer complaints over 2 years with a 95% satisfaction rate.
  • Trained 28 sales reps on engagement protocols, driving a 20% increase in prospect-to-customer conversion.
  • Managed full employee lifecycle for team of 18; conducted 80+ performance reviews and handled 5 promotions per year.
  • Hosted weekly sales meetings to discuss optimization opportunities, address 6-8 issues, and update 25+ procedures annually.
  • Recruited and onboarded 10+ sales professionals by managing job board postings and conducting over 50 interviews annually.
  • Led monthly sales alignment meetings focused on reinforcing revenue and service benchmarks, and clearly defining 8 policy changes per year.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics With Economics

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana
05-2012

High School Diploma -

Swedru Senior High School
Agona Swedru, Ghana
05-2006

Skills

  • OSHA Regulations
  • Technical knowledge
  • Site Inspection
  • Electromagnetic locating
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Modern GPS use
  • Routing
  • Field data collection
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Manhole safety
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Damage Prevention
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Underground utility locating
  • First Aid Training
  • Excavation safety trained
  • Valid MN driver's license
  • CAD software proficiency

Affiliations

  • READING, SOCCER, FOOTBALL, TRAVELLING Joined school reading competitions and excelled in most of them. They traveled and played with the school's soccer team in various competitions before going to college and loved watching football in person. I enjoy visiting historical and cultural sites for knowledge and site-seeing adventures and was able to tour some of them in Ghana and Minnesota.

Languages

English
Professional
Twi
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Utility Locator

USIC Utility Locating Service
05.2024 - Current

Product Delivery Specialist

Amazon Inc
01.2023 - 05.2024

Process Plant Operator

Metropolitan Council Environmental Services
08.2022 - 08.2023

Refinery Operator

Gopher Resource
07.2021 - 04.2022

Process Plant Operator

PepsiCo
07.2020 - 07.2021

Data Entry Specialist

Robert Half International, Wells Fargo
04.2020 - 06.2020

Operations Associate

Kohl's Inc
12.2019 - 04.2020

Senior Operations Manager

Nyakrom Rural Bank Limited
02.2015 - 10.2019

Senior High School Teacher

S.D.A Senior High School
09.2012 - 02.2015

Sales Associate Manager

Golden Star Enterprise
06.2006 - 08.2008

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics With Economics

University of Cape Coast

High School Diploma -

Swedru Senior High School
SASU OFORI