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Tochukwu Ogoke

Harrisburg,PA

Summary

I am a Materials Chemistry graduate with a passion for materials synthesis, development and characterization as well as conversion of raw materials into useful products. My research area includes nanotechnology; synthesis and application of nanoparticles in energy storage devices such as lithium ion battery and in drug delivery system. With over 3 years of laboratory experience working as a quality control scientist, I'm ready to contribute to the mission of a stable industry. I am persistent, time conscious, innovative, stress tolerant, analytical thinker, problem solver, fast learner and adaptive. My professional skills include but not limited to particle size and zeta potential analysis, surface charge determination, phase identification, quantitative determination of analytes, porosity determination and phase transition analysis, nano technology.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Associate

Schneider Electric
Mechanicsburg, PA
10.2021 - Current
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
  • Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Managed product staging to efficiently transfer items between receiving, storage and shipping locations.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to provide data for use in audits and completion of order requests
  • Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Simplified shipping and receiving processes for improved workflow.
  • Moved products using overhead cranes, forklifts and other equipment, consistently meeting challenging performance goals.
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
  • Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
  • Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
  • Operated forklifts to transfer inventory to and from target destinations.

Quality Control

Smith Paints And Coatings
Harrisburg, PA
04.2021 - 09.2021
  • Created and deployed best practices to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
  • Monitored performance and generated reports detailing quality of product and defect rates.
  • Streamlined QA processes by working closely with development teams and staying abreast of changing product demands.
  • Sampled products for detailed analysis.
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
  • Monitored production processes to gain understanding of problematic steps and rectify issues.
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts and samples.
  • Inspected surface preparation, primers, mid-coats, top-coats and powder coatings substrates.

Warehouse Associate, •Warehouse associate

Geodis Logistics
Carlisle, PA
05.2020 - 04.2021
  • Maximized productivity by keeping detailed records of daily progress and identifying and rectifying areas for improvement.
  • Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Worked alongside retail representatives to enhance product presentations and advertising collateral.
  • Maintained warehouse accessibility and safety for customer traffic by discarding empty boxes and removing obstacles from aisles.
  • Readied product pallets for optimal storage and shipment, carefully organizing boxes and balancing weight.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
  • Operated forklifts to transfer inventory to and from target destinations.
  • Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to provide data for use in audits and completion of order requests
  • Managed product staging to efficiently transfer items between receiving, storage and shipping locations.
  • Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Acknowledged safety issues and contacted shift supervisor regarding concerns and for quick resolution.
  • Moved products using overhead cranes, forklifts and other equipment, consistently meeting challenging performance goals.
  • Worked varied hours, days, nights and weekends as business needs dictate.
  • Mentored and coached other team members to meet daily sales goals.
  • Operated PC and RF-based computer systems for inventory management.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling and preparation of related documents.

Production Associate

Mercedes Benz Daimler, University of Bremen
Bremen, GERMANY, Bremen
03.2018 - 09.2018
  • Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
  • Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
  • Supported development team in generation of technical requirements and product documentation to achieve process commonality.
  • Investigated reports of defective, damaged or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment and systems to identify problems and resolutions.
  • Attended weekly development team meetings and assisted in identification and resolution of issues to maintain timeline and budget integrity.
  • Took part in company-offered training sessions to improve skills and knowledge.
  • Reviewed job specifications to determine appropriate setups for production runs.
  • Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
  • Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
  • Demonstrated proper use of equipment to newly hired employees to avoid workplace injuries.
  • Adhered to all quality control standards by thoroughly evaluating all printed components.
  • Conducted quality inspections of finished products and made minor repairs to meet project expectations.
  • Safely operated hand and power tools to complete repetitive tasks.
  • Prepared materials for assembly work to keep workflows running smoothly.
  • Contributed to creation and implementation of technical requirements and specifications to establish common foundation for application development.

Research Scholar

Energy Storage And Converter System, UniBremen
Bremen DE, Bremen
06.2017 - 12.2017
  • Electrochemical investigation of flame spray pyrolysis synthesized nanoscale lithium manganese oxide coated with aluminium phosphate as cathode material for lithium-ion battery application
  • Successfully synthesized nano lithium manganese oxide coated with aluminium phosphate nanoparticles using single and double flame spray pyrolysis for lithium ion battery
  • Characterised nanoparticles using BET, PXRD, TGA and SEM/EDX
  • Determined the crystallite size of nanoparticles by Rietveld refinement using Brass software
  • Determined the phases present in nanoparticles using HighScore software
  • Assembled electrochemical cell in the glovebox
  • Determined the electrochemical performance of the electrode using CV

Production associate

Dekra Arbeit GmbH, Mercedes Benz Daimler
Bremen, GERMANY
10.2015 - 10.2017
  • Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
  • Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
  • Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
  • Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
  • Worked with development team to define and implement customer change requests to enhance product functionality.
  • Assisted development leads in definition of process flows, relative task priorities and business value measurement parameters.
  • Prepared materials for assembly work to keep workflows running smoothly.
  • Tracked production statuses, coordinated workflow and reported and coordinated schedules.
  • Monitored machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.

Research assistant

Advanced Ceramics University Of Bremen
Bremen, Bremen
04.2015 - 12.2016
  • Successfully Synthesized calcium carbonate nano carriers for pH responsive delivery of biomolecules by coacervate-directed synthesis
  • Determined the loading capacity of the nano carrier.
  • Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
  • Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
  • Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications.
  • Demonstrated strong writing skills to generate original correspondence and reports.
  • Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.
  • Generated data models, performed SEM, TEM, DLS analysis and helped produce reports outlining results.
  • Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.

Research Assistant

University of Bremen
Bremen, GERMANY, Bremen
05.2016 - 10.2016
  • Processed the obtained data using OriginLab
  • Successfully Synthesized submicron complexes of chitosan and inorganic nanocrystals for drug delivery system, cell imaging and near IR therapy
  • Synthesized chitosan nanoparticles using non-solvent counterion complexation
  • Synthesized submicron complexes of chitosan and nanodiamonds
  • Synthesized submicron complexes of chitosan and fluorescent nanosilica
  • Synthesized submicron complexes of chitosan and iron oxide nanoparticles
  • Characterized submicron complexes by SEM, TEM, UV/Vis, DLS and BET
  • Successfully showed that inorganic nanocrystals were adsorbed on the chitosan nanoparticles to form a chitosan hybrid nanosphere., Successfully synthesized poly crystalline sodalites by hydrothermal synthesis of sodalites
  • Successfully synthesized polycrystalline sodium bicarbonate by Solvay process
  • Successfully synthesized and identified mulite compounds by glycerine process
  • Successfully synthesized polycrystalline material of mixed barium and strontium sulfate by precipitation reaction
  • Characterized the synthesized material by SEM/EDX, XRD, BET, IR, FTIR and Raman.

Breast Cancer Advocate

National Youth Service Corps, NYSC
Uyo, Akwa Ibom
03.2012 - 03.2013
  • Collaborated with families to assist in growth, development and education to increase potential.
  • Visited homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures.
  • Observed security measures to maintain confidentiality and restrict access by unauthorized individuals.
  • Managed heavy caseload using well-developed time management, organizational and task prioritization skills.
  • Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines.
  • Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
  • Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
  • Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.

Administrative Assistant

Uyo Capital City Development Authority
Uyo, Akwa Ibom
03.2012 - 02.2013
  • Coordinated travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel and ground transportation.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
  • Coached new employees on administrative procedures, company policies and performance standards.
  • Monitored premises, screened visitors, updated logs and issued passes to maintain security.
  • Created PowerPoint presentations for business development purposes.
  • Generated reports and typed letters in Word and prepared PowerPoint presentations.
  • Edited subcontractor proposals, project punch lists, transmittals and memorandums for organizational support.
  • Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
  • Organized weekly staff meetings and logged minutes for corporate records.
  • Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
  • Arranged rapid office equipment repair and maintenance with vendors.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.

Quality Control Chemist Intern

Zuma Paints And Chemicals
Abuja , Abuja
03.2009 - 10.2009
  • Mastered standard operating procedures through hands-on application to daily testing and analysis.
  • Performed specialized testing in support of internal and external customers and departmental projects.
  • Studied reference materials and technical reports to develop thorough understanding of job requirements and role of related jobs within respective departments and broader company.
  • Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
  • Conducted analyses of both in-process and completed pigments, components and products.
  • Provided training to over fifty onboarding team members in 2009.
  • Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
  • Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
  • Liaised between quality control and other departments and contractors, providing project updates and consultation.
  • Performed visual assessment of products to evaluate conformance with quality standards.
  • Adhered to safety and clean area procedures to comply with agency and regulatory mandates.

Education

M.S - Materials Chemistry And Mineralogy,

University of Bremen
Bremen Germany
04.2017

B.S - Pure And Industrial Chemistry

Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Awka, Nigeria
05.2011

High School Diploma -

Government Secondary School
Owerri, Nigeria
06.2002

Skills

  • Research and development
  • PXRD, UV/Vis TEM, FTIR, IR, DLS, TGA, SEM/EDX, XRF, BET, XPS, EMPA, STA, LAICPMS, FLAME SPRAY PYROLYSIS (FSP), VACUUM AND CRYOGENIC
  • Customer Service
  • Production
  • Data Entry
  • Warehouse Coordination and Support
  • Data Entry and Database Skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Productivity and Time Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Quick Learner
  • Equipment Operation and Monitoring
  • Generating Reports and Spreadsheets
  • Problem Solving
  • Decision Making
  • Data Processing
  • Forklift Operation
  • Motivated Team Player

Certification

Photovoltaic solar energy École Polytechnique, France, May 2019.


IBM Data Science January 2020.


Google IT Technical Support Fundamentals November 2020

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Igbo
Native or Bilingual
German
Professional Working

Timeline

Warehouse Associate

Schneider Electric
10.2021 - Current

Quality Control

Smith Paints And Coatings
04.2021 - 09.2021

Warehouse Associate, •Warehouse associate

Geodis Logistics
05.2020 - 04.2021

Production Associate

Mercedes Benz Daimler, University of Bremen
03.2018 - 09.2018

Research Scholar

Energy Storage And Converter System, UniBremen
06.2017 - 12.2017

Research Assistant

University of Bremen
05.2016 - 10.2016

Production associate

Dekra Arbeit GmbH, Mercedes Benz Daimler
10.2015 - 10.2017

Research assistant

Advanced Ceramics University Of Bremen
04.2015 - 12.2016

Breast Cancer Advocate

National Youth Service Corps, NYSC
03.2012 - 03.2013

Administrative Assistant

Uyo Capital City Development Authority
03.2012 - 02.2013

Quality Control Chemist Intern

Zuma Paints And Chemicals
03.2009 - 10.2009

M.S - Materials Chemistry And Mineralogy,

University of Bremen

B.S - Pure And Industrial Chemistry

Nnamdi Azikiwe University

High School Diploma -

Government Secondary School

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