Engr. Friday Oghaleoghene Ifinedo (COREN, MEng, MNIMechE, FIMC, CMC, CLSSWB)

I am a reliable candidate ready to take on challenges in a position using problem-solving and task prioritization skills to help team succeed. I Possess cognitive experience in engineering services having worked more than fourteen years in multinational Engineering Industries. I desire to use my wealth of experience to add value to any Organization. To provide prompt solution that will facilitate the accomplishment of the organization and corporate goals

As my attached resume outlines, I am a registered COREN Engineer, Certified Lean Six Sigma white belt holder, Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants, Certified Management Consultant, Certified by National Industrial Safety council of Nigeria, Certificate in Firefighting and Fire Prevention, Professional Reliability Engineer, Certified by International Business Management Institute Germany(IBMI), Certified Food Safety Internal Auditor(FSSC 22000 V 5.1 ), Certified Member of the Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers with more than 14 years of experience working in Industrial Maintenance Engineering field. I have good prowess in industrial engineering, Preventive Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, Maintenance Best Practices, Corrective Maintenance, Power plant system, maintenance management, Leadership management, Emotional intelligent, leadership styles, management by objective, Decision making skills, Project management, negotiation skills, change management, business ethics, time managements, Planning and Scheduling, Computerized maintenance management system (CMMS),  MTBF, MTTR, KAIZEN, Lean Six Sigma , SOP, KPI, SAP, Machine Optimization, Automobile, rotating and reciprocating machines including centrifugal compressors, pumps, Facilities management, coolers, compressors, Boilers, Conveyors, Gearboxes, Pulley, human management, customer management, leadership management, etc. I hold a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (MEng) with numerous Awards of accomplishment including Olam mutual respect and team player (Nov ,2021), Crown flour mills maintenance Star Performer (April 2019), Flour Mills of Nigeria Best employee Award (Sep, 2014), Olam Maintenance Star performer (Oct, 2016) and I am confident I can achieve similar results in your organization. I am a fast learner, good team player, Professional Reliability Mechanical Engineer, professional Mechanical Manager,  Professional Maintenance Manager,  Professional Engineering Manager, Preventive Maintenance analyst I know are important to your organization. 

• Shift Maintenance Manager/                                                 August 2016 – Current

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer                           

Olam Grains International (C.F.M Pasta) |Lagos, Nigeria 

1. Ensure Production targets are met
2. Manage and lead maintenance processes and operations.
3. Plan and manage all repair and installation activities
4. Performing rotating and reciprocating machinery diagnostics jobs
5. Identifying problems and take the initiative to eliminate those problems for project success.
6. Develop and implement actionable solutions to optimize productivity and quality, reduce flow-time, and enhance operational efficiency. 
7. Collaborate with production personnel and process engineers to verify manufacturing feasibility. 
8. Facilitate on the job training for technicians 
9. Provide engineering/analytical support to resolve plant breakdown issues 
10. Developing general daily, monthly, quarterly and annual reports. 
11. Carry out professional phase synchronization settings of FAVA lines. 
12. Coordination of TPM and SAP activities in maintenance department 
13. Applying Predictive Maintenance &Total preventive maintenance scheme with the use of data to track Maintenance activities such as Repair & Maintenance cost, Shift schedule, Uptime, Downtime, MTTR, MTBF, OEE to attain desired KPI for the Plant. 
14. Coordinate maintenance activities in Pasta plant, flour milling plant, utility plants and warehouse with a view to keep plant running at optimum capacity. 
15. Conduct regular inspections of the facilities to detect and resolve problems.
16. Ensure all department workers adhere to the safety policies and procedures.
17. Assign repair schedules and evaluate repair cost estimates.
18. Oversee equipment stock and place orders for new supplies when necessary.
19. Organize all workshop activities 

• Maintenance Technician                                                        March 2009 – July 2016 

          Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc, Iganmu, Lagos, Nigeria. 

1. Diagnose and solve different types of mechanical and electrical system problems
2. Organize workshop activities
3. Dismantle machines, equipment and devices to access and remove defective parts using hoist, cranes, hand tools and power tools.
4. Allocate jobs to maintenance team to ensure quick response to maintenance request from user department 
5. Carry out planned preventive measures within scheduled time
6. Prepare detailed report of work done for reference purpose
7. Facilitate on the job training for technicians
8. Ensure technicians make use of checklist during schedule preventive maintenance
9. Monitor job orders raised movement
10. Restore service quickly with excellent trouble shooting and repair skills
11. Meet maintenance demands by keeping well-organized supply and tool inventory
12. Maintained detail maintenance documentation according to company and regulation standards
13. Keep building clean and well -maintained for everyday use
14. Carryout out lubrication activities
15. Inspect, operate and test machine or equipment to diagnose malfunctions
16. Achieve desired performance by aligning and balancing newly installed equipment
17. Monitor logbooks to check job repair done as well as pending jobs to follow up and ensure prompt resolution

• Automobile Technician                                             December 2007 - February 2009 

          Toyota Nigeria Ltd (Elizade) Ogba, Lagos, Nigeria. 

1. Diagnose and repair engine, transmission, electrical, steering, suspension and brake system problems
2. Adhere to safety regulations and company establish requirements for PPE
3. Verify secure installation and proper function of system and components
4. Communicate diagnosis, labor requirements and cost estimates for automotive maintenance and repair work
5. Replacement worn belts and hoses and refill fluid
6. Evaluate vehicle system through customer courtesy inspection
7. Repair and replace shock absorbers
8. Complete frequent repair on different models
9. Improve drivability with skilled repairs of individual components and system
10. Locate faults and replace defective carburetors, starter, and pumps
11. Install and repair radios, heaters, mirrors and windshield wipers
12. Repair fuel injector system & clutch system
13. Complete service orders detailing require work and parts

• Customer Service Representative / Shift Manager             August 2007 – November 2007 

         Hannahwin Suites Bornu crescent, Apapa, Lagos, Nigeria. 

1. Coordinate daily department workflow to maximize customer service team productivity
2. Mentor team members to apply quality customer service techniques and foster satisfaction
3. Drove customer satisfaction with swift and successful handling of escalated complaints
4. Organize schedules and monitor employee attendance to meet cooperate target
5. Improve customer service standards with proactive assessments of staff performance and constructive feedback
6. Organize department files and maintain accurate database in software
7. Manage accurate team payroll 
8. Empower employee to independently resolve problems and disputes
9. Motivate employee to continuously grow knowledge and enhance abilities
10. Supervise work of office administrative and customer service employee to verify adherence quality standards, deadlines and proper procedures

• Machinist                                                                                January 2007 – July 2007 

          Josephat Engineering Service Mushin, Lagos, Nigeria 

1. Complete skilled turning, facing, knurling and thread-chasing operations
2. Produce precision parts and instruments to satisfy customer order demand
3. Calculate dimensions and tolerance with measuring instrument
4. Observe drilling, grooving and cutting to correct problems
5. Complete regular maintenance and repair to minimize risk of damage or machine breakdown
6. Carry out welding and fabrication of parts

• Packaging attendant/maintenance fitter                            April 2006 – January 2007    

          Nigerian Breweries Plc (Jimmy Itua) Iganmu, Lagos, Nigeria. 

1. Minimize risk of transport errors with accurate labelling
2. Support operations team by working safely to feed materials into machines
3. Prepare for upcoming packaging needs by pre-assembling containers
4. Maximize product quality by inspecting for defects
5. Prevent risk of hazardous condition by continuously cleaning up spills, trash and extra materials
6. Avoid backups by keeping parts clear of damage or inferior materials
7. Meet product specification by sorting weighing and adjusting products

• Production Manager                                                September 2000 - January 2001 

          Conedo Pure Water Company, Festac Town, Lagos, Nigeria. 

1. Establish production goals with good planning, organization and management
2. Cover production demands with well-coordinated schedules and work assignment
3. Support continuous improvement strategies base on 5s and RCA principles
4. Cultivate motivated and well-performing team through open communication and successful leadership strategies
5. Maintain team performance by resolving grievance and strengthening job knowledge

• Bells University of Technology Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria            October, 2021

           Master of Engineering (MEng.)                                                       

           Mechanical Engineering

• Bells University of Technology Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria                      September, 2019

          Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Mechanical Engineering                  

• Osun State College of Technology Esaoke, Osun State, Nigeria             May ,2015

           Higher National Diploma (Upper Credit) in Mechanical Engineering     

• Polytechnic of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria                                                    April,2007

          National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

• Oloye Comprehensive College Lagos, Nigeria.                                            June,2003

          West African Examinations Council Certificate (W.A.E.C)  

• Aiyetoro Primary School Lagos, Nigeria                                                          June,1994

          First School Leaving Certificate                                                                      

LICENCES AND CERTIFICATIONS 

• Registered Engineer, Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)
• Essential management skills by International Business Management Institute (Germany)
• Associate of the Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE)
• Certified Lean Six Sigma White Belt by MF TREINAMENTOS (Brazil)
• National Industrial Safety Council of Nigeria Cert.
• Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants (IMC)
• Certified Management Consultant (CMC)
• Jovi school of Engineering technology, effective maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment (MSP200) 
• Leadership & Change Management Certificate by EMINENTIA Global Concept
• FSSC 22000 V 5.1 INTERNAL AUDITOR Certificate by Bureau Veritas
• FAVA Dry Alimentary Pasta Production Machinery S.p.A. - Impianti per Pastifici (Italy)
• Toyota Nigeria limited hi-tech training Cert.
• BSS Consulting limited, Fire prevention /Firefighting strategy course
• Oil and Gas Trainers Association of Nigeria, Riskout resources and technologies limited, occupational safety and health training certificate (Confined Space)
• International institute of professional security certificate
• Nigerian legion provost certificate               
• NYSC      

AWARDS

• Flour mills of Nigeria plc (Golden Pasta) best employee of the month of September 2014 Award 
• Olam grains spot Award for September 2021 
• Olam grains pasta best employee of the month of July, 2020 
• Olam grain quintessential best maintenance star performer for the month of august, 2016 
• Olam grain quintessential best maintenance star performer for the month of October, 2016 
• Crown flour mills ltd maintenance star performer in the month of April, 2019 

SKILLS

Management, Lean six sigma, Data Analyst, Facilities Management, Engineering Analyst, Leadership management, emotional intelligence, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), Preventive Maintenance, Corrective Maintenance, NDT, Kaizen, Intelligence analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Human Psychology, Swimming, Time management, Recordkeeping, Management By Objective, Decision making management, Negotiation management, Change management, Business ethics, Continuous improvement, Root cause analysis, AUTOCAD, Relationship Building, Building Trust, Maintenance, Installation and repairs, Welding & Fabrication,  Manufacturing Engineering, Boiler, Chiller, Compressors, Vacuum Pumps, Production Engineering, Project Management, CMMS, Customer Service, SAP, MTBF, Food Safety internal audit, MTTR, Safety, equipment efficiency optimization expert, QHSE,

ADDITIONAL ATTRIBUTES 

• Honest, Loyal and fast Learning ability. 
• Innovation ability to make new and useful ideas work
• Ability to get things done while exercising good judgement
• Ability to improve performance and satisfaction
• Ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation and persuading skills
• Problem solving approach and a good team player. 
• Commitment to Integrity Management as the embodiment of corporate responsibility and accountability
• Planning and Scheduling
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills to convey technical concepts. 
• Experience in maintenance of rotating and reciprocating machines including centrifugal, compressors, pumps, cooling system, conveyors, motorized doors, waste water system, Plumbing, Elevators, etc.
• Good computer skills