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Vianney Sematungo

Louisville,KENTUCKY

Summary

Results-driven Production Group Lead with a strong background in machine operation principles and procedures, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Law and ongoing studies in Business Administration. Skilled in supervising shifts, and ensuring a safe workplace environment. Collaborative and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to work directly with managers, quality control, maintenance, warehouse, and management teams to improve quality standards and reduce operating expenses. Track record of tracking productivity metrics to enhance shift efficiency and drive continuous improvement.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Group Lead

Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
02.2023 - Current
  • Supervising a shift of 15 employees, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to company policies and procedures.
  • Conducting RCCM analysis to identify root causes of issues and implement corrective measures to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Maintaining a safe workplace environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular safety inspections.
  • Collaborating with managers, quality control, maintenance, warehouse, and management teams on various projects aimed at enhancing quality standards and reducing operating expenses.
  • Tracking productivity metrics and implementing strategies to improve shift efficiency and overall performance

Machine Operator Lead

Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
02.2022 - 06.2023
  • Lead and supervise a team of machine operators, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure smooth operations.
  • Train new machine operators on proper machine operation techniques, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures.
  • Monitor and evaluate the performance of machine operators, providing feedback and coaching to improve productivity and quality standards.
  • Collaborate with production managers and engineers to develop and implement process improvements for increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
  • Inspect parts using precision and measuring tools to ensure they meet quality standards, and address any issues or defects that arise during production.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve machine-related issues, coordinating with maintenance personnel as needed to minimize downtime.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies, promoting a safe and healthy work environment.

Machine Operator Level I,II & III

Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
10.2019 - 02.2022
  • Proficiently training other machine operators on proper machine operation techniques and procedures.
  • Performing container size changeovers, HMI recipe changes, and mechanical adjustments to ensure smooth production processes.
  • Completing compliance paperwork accurately and promptly.
  • Checking output to identify and rectify any machine-related mistakes or flaws, ensuring only approved units or final products are released.
  • Maintaining accurate activity logs to track production progress and identify areas for improvement.
  • Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.

Machine Operator

Bakkavor Foods USA
11.2017 - 06.2019


  • Perform the necessary pre-operation activities to make sure the proper equipment startup and operation on multiple pieces of equipment.
  • Operate/monitor /PM multiple pieces of equipment during operation to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stops.
  • Perform basic mechanical functions using provided tools to ensure continued operations.
  • Communicates with team members and supervisors to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high-quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials.
  • Commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the maintenance field.
  • Housekeeping and sanitation.
  • Conducts quality tests by using metal detectors to identify contamination.

Education

BBA -

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY
2025

Bachelor of Arts - Law

Hope Africa University
Bujumbura, Burundi
2012

Skills

  • Decision-making
  • Adaptability
  • Conflict resolution
  • cooperation
  • Delegation

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

  • Staff Supervision & Development
    Planning Management
  • Manufacturing & planning management
  • High-volume Production
  • Microsoft Office

Languages

Swahili
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Production Group Lead

Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
02.2023 - Current

Machine Operator Lead

Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
02.2022 - 06.2023

Machine Operator Level I,II & III

Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
10.2019 - 02.2022

Machine Operator

Bakkavor Foods USA
11.2017 - 06.2019

BBA -

University of Louisville

Bachelor of Arts - Law

Hope Africa University
Vianney Sematungo