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EMMANUEL KARGBO
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Dynamic business leader with 15+ years of international experience in operations management, finance, accounting, administration, customer service, and entrepreneurship. Proven record of leading teams, optimizing business operations, improving profitability, and building strategic partnerships across the United States, Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Ghana.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Technical Production Operator
UNC Dairy (Upstate Niagara Cooperative)
Buffalo, NY
07 2024 - Current
- Operate and monitor dairy production and packaging equipment to ensure efficient and continuous production.
- Perform routine equipment inspections, setup, adjustments, and basic troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
- Conduct quality control checks on dairy products, packaging, labeling, and production processes to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Maintain accurate production records, logs, and operational documentation.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, food safety regulations, and sanitation procedures.
- Clean and sanitize production equipment and work areas to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
- Collaborate with maintenance and quality assurance teams to resolve operational issues and improve productivity.
- Adhere to workplace safety policies and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Assist in achieving daily production targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Key Skills:
- Production Operations
- Equipment Monitoring & Troubleshooting
- Quality Control & Assurance
- Food Safety & HACCP Compliance
- GMP Standards
- Preventive Maintenance
- Production Documentation
- Team Collaboration
- Safety Compliance
- Process Improvement
- Achievement:
- Contributed to maintaining production efficiency and product quality by proactively identifying and resolving equipment issues while adhering to strict food safety standards.
General Utility Worker
Imperial Food Market
Buffalo, NY
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Support daily operations and maintain food safety compliance.
- Assist cross-functional teams to ensure efficient store operations.
- Maintain clean, organized, and productive work environments.
Founder /Business Owner
Reliable Brand Investment & Consultancy
Sierra Leone
03.2020 - 05.2023
- Founded and lead a consulting and investment firm focused on business growth and strategic development.
- Directed financial, operational, and human resource functions.
- Established partnerships and revenue-generation initiatives supporting long-term growth.
- Implemented organizational improvements and risk management practices.
Operations Manager
Wills Investment Ltd
Sierra Leone
02.2019 - 05.2023
- Managed end-to-end business operations, inventory, procurement, and logistics.
- Led recruitment, onboarding, and staff development programs.
- Negotiated supplier agreements and improved operational efficiency.
- Monitored performance metrics and reported results to executive leadership.
Administrator
Embassy of Brazil
Guinea
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Processed visa and passport applications and verified documentation.
- Coordinated administrative operations and stakeholder communications.
- Enhanced customer service and operational efficiency.
Accountant
World Mission Agency
Guinea
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Managed accounting operations, budgeting, cash flow, and financial reporting.
- Implemented internal controls and supported audit activities.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management & Marketing
University of Cape Coast
Ghana09.2023
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting & Finance
College of Modern Management & Finance
Guinea2012
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
- Financial Management
- Business Development
- Process Improvement
- Team Leadership
- Customer Relations
- Inventory & Supply Chain Management
- Project Management
- Vendor Negotiation
- Organizational Development
Timeline
General Utility Worker
Imperial Food Market
01.2024 - 06.2024
Founder /Business Owner
Reliable Brand Investment & Consultancy
03.2020 - 05.2023
Operations Manager
Wills Investment Ltd
02.2019 - 05.2023
Administrator
Embassy of Brazil
01.2013 - 01.2018
Accountant
World Mission Agency
01.2012 - 01.2013
Technical Production Operator
UNC Dairy (Upstate Niagara Cooperative)
07 2024 - Current
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management & Marketing
University of Cape Coast
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting & Finance
College of Modern Management & Finance
Accomplishments
- Supervised teams of 10–20 employees across multiple organizations.
- Improved operational efficiency and organizational productivity.
- Managed international administrative, financial, and business operations.
- Founded and currently lead a business consultancy and investment organization.
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
French (Fluent)
Portuguese (Basic)
Certification
- Leadership Diploma Course (LDC)
- Leadership Certificate Course (LCC)
- Basic Certificate Course (BCC)
- Finance Administration & International Relations
- Washington International Strategic Leadership Conference