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ISHMAEL AFFUL

Etobicoke Toronto,ON

Summary

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. Team management and Leadership Maintenance Management and Leadership. Machine Installation and Troubleshooting. Spare part Management and ordering Engineering Management Maintenance planning and execution. Production Planning ( scheduling and Unscheduling) Problem solving skills in industries Organizational Management and Leadership Quality assurance Stock taking and inventory management Safety incident and Observation(SIO) Occupational work and safety hazard Hazard Analytical critical Control point(HACCP) Critical Control points (CCP) Microsoft office, excel, MMIS, Ibis and syspro Softwares Budgeting and Managing an Organization Organizational leadership and Management Business Management and Organization Facility Management Interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills acquired through 9 year working experience in Food processing industries and other Manufacturing Industries. Highest National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Industrial Plant Option) Maintenance planning and execution on plant machinery and equipment Job cards and Work orders High pressurized fluid systems and pneumatics systems Plant layout and installation. Installs industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans and manufacturer’s specifications; operates lifting devices to position machinery and parts during installation, Plant and Equipment Management, Maintenance and Services. Machine Installation and Services machines Safety Assessment.LOTO,SAM,LOTOTO. Pumps, Valves both pneumatic and Hydraulic, and motors maintenance and Troubleshooting Heat exchanger maintenance and Troubleshooting Boiler Maintenance and Services Conveyor system Installation, maintenance and Troubleshooting Cranes operations, Maintenance and Services Lathe Machine, Milling,Drilling and grinding machine. Installation and Maintenance Pipeline Maintenance and Services Facility ,Maintenance Management. Basic Air-condition Maintenance and Troubleshooting. Basic electrical’s and electronics system Interpersonal skills and a team player Diploma in Computer Hardware Computer maintenance and Repairs Software Installation Operating systems installation and disk Formatting Troubleshooting Data entries ie. Microsoft Excel, word,PowerPoint etc. Intermediate in Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship and craft practice. welding and Fabrication Bolt and Nut, thread cutting Gears and shafts machining. Lathe machine Operation and Maintenance Milling Machine Operation and Maintenance Shaping Machine operation and Maintenance Components Filing and Cutting Parts assembling and sorting. Grinding machine operation and maintenance Compressor and generators maintenance and services

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician / Industrial Mechanic

MAGNOTA WINERY AND BREWERY CO-OP. VAUGHAN
07.2023 - Current
  • Adhere to strictly safety protocols
  • Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on all the packaging
  • Machines and Equipment
  • Troubleshooting on Machines and Equipments
  • Repair and replace damage parts on all the brewery and packaging
  • Machines and Equipment
  • Operate the process of all brewering and Packaging machines and
  • Equipments
  • Fix Machine breakdown during production
  • Monitor the line during production and report the outcome to superiors
  • Find root causes of machine breakdown after fixing those breakdowns by using problemSolving tool such as 5y’s and etc
  • Practice good operating procedures (GOPs) as well as good manufacturing practices
  • Troubleshooting and maintenance of Conveyor systems
  • Monitoring of machines processes input and output(pimps and pomp’s)
  • Follow the standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Maintenance and services on hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
  • Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
  • Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
  • Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
  • Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.

Maintenance Lead Hand

Accra Brewery Plc ABInBEV Subsidiary.
10.2021 - 07.2023


  • Supervise the team activities during Production
  • Ensure all safety hazards, defective equipment or unsafe situations are addressed immediately
  • Provides technical supervision to machine operators to ensure production has minimal unscheduled downtime
  • Making sure safety protocols are being adhered
  • Perform general maintenance in the assets assigned, including injection molding machines, robots, conveyors, grinders, material dryers and material loading systems
  • Maintenance planning and work order sharing
  • Complete work orders and record material utilized on jobs performed and Prepare reports on repairs
  • Required for overhaul, maintenance, or set-up of machinery, Utilize mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic blueprints or schematics and translate ideas accurately
  • Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level,anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders, using coswin software.
  • Maintaining and repairing stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment
  • Cleaning, lubricating, and performing other routine maintenance work on machinery
  • Operating hoisting and lifting devices, as necessary, during machinery and equipment repairs using,Hand tools, and power tools as required
  • Working independently and with others to solve mechanical and technical problems.
  • Ensure all Machines and systems are up and running
  • Ensures production target are met
  • Walk about and tagging worn out part and damage parts during production
  • Transfer finish product using Syspro and Ibis software.
  • Monitor and Analyze various losses on the line during and after production
  • Capture and input data using Microsoft excel and MMIS software
  • Write a final report on all the shift activities using Microsoft excel and MMIS software
  • Give account on Machines Kpi’s lef and gly and etc..using MMIS and Microsoft Excel
  • Support the overall Packaging team initiatives and arrangements
  • Interpersonal skills during 10 years hands on Mechanical Industrial Engineering experience using hand and power tools.
  • Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
  • Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance and component replacement.
  • Conducted mechanical and electrical maintenance of factory equipment.
  • Troubleshot and repaired conveyors, pneumatic systems and steam boilers.
  • Completed necessary ISO documentation and records to show compliance.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
  • Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
  • Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
  • Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
  • Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
  • Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
  • Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Supervised maintenance functions, working collaboratively with sanitation crews on shop floor upkeep and repairs.

Maintenance Engineer /Industrial Mechanic

Accra Brewery Plc ABInBEV Subsidiary
09.2016 - 10.2021
  • InBev subsidiary west Africa Ghana
  • Adhere to strictly safety protocol
  • Ensure all safety hazards, defective equipment or unsafe situations arE
  • ADDRESSED immediately
  • Ensure and maintain a safe and healthy work environment
  • Ensures LOTO, SAM and LOTOTO are adhered to during maintenance
  • Knowledge in Food safety, GMP, and HCCP
  • Provides daily maintenance to production lines to ensure they are active at all times
  • Installs industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans and manufacturer’s specifications; operates lifting devices to position machinery and parts during installation
  • Set-up-and repair machinery
  • Troubleshoots basic electronic components, Dismantles, reassembles and aligns complex equipment regarding
  • Fitting of bearings,Pumps both pneumatic and hydraulic valves,gear alignment and install motors and belts
  • With minimal tolerance
  • Working independently and with others to solve mechanical and technical problems
  • Perform emergency repairs to machines and equipment to support production
  • Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on all the packaging machines and equipment using a work order
  • Troubleshooting on Machines and Equipments
  • Carry out both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on all the packaging machines and Equipments
  • Fix machine breakdown during production
  • Find root causes of machine breakdown after troubleshooting using 5why and problem solving Terminator
  • Complete 5 Why’s (as per triggers)
  • Repair and replace damaged components on all the packaging machines and equipments
  • Troubleshoots and repairs equipment when necessary; dismantles, cleans and reassembles equipment as needed for processing
  • Liaise with Krones Germany base engineering team to troubleshoot and optimize plants related issues
  • Ensures all the packaging machines and equipment are always in good working conditions and running in their maximum require speeds
  • Troubleshooting and Maintenance on Pumps,Valves both hydraulic and pneumatic
  • PIPES AND motors
  • Conveyor system troubleshooting and maintenance
  • Making sure all the packaging machines and Equipments are running at the required maximum speed to attain the target of the day
  • Interpret and implement production plan for shift
  • Monitor production processes on shift and correct any negative trends
  • Ensure process quality and productivity
  • Complete associated tracking and monitoring:
  • Complete Team room administration
  • Use Qfr’s (as per triggers)
  • Perform quick fixes, adjust (fine-tune) machine settings and do changeovers
  • Carryout complex maintenance tasks, machine set-ups and operator coaching
  • Support the overall Packaging team initiatives and arrangements
  • Carry out other assigned duties
  • Interpersonal skills over 10years on Hands on Mechanical Engineering using Hand and Power Tools.
  • Visually inspected and tested machinery and equipment, performing routine preventive maintenance.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
  • Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
  • Diagnosed and resolved machine operation variations and equipment problems.
  • Dismantled defective machines and equipment and installed new or repaired parts.
  • Investigated and corrected mechanical problems with machinery.
  • Organized and directed maintenance shutdowns and startups.
  • Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
  • Adjusted machine settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
  • Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
  • Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
  • Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
  • Supervised maintenance functions, working collaboratively with sanitation crews on shop floor upkeep and repairs.
  • Documented maintenance activities and confirmed compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.

Process Operator/maintenance technician

Accra Brewery Plc, ABInBev
10.2015 - 09.2016
  • Adhere to strict safety protocols
  • Ensure and maintain a safe and healthy work environment
  • Operate the processes of manual and automatic machines on line as per standards
  • Prepare the packaging machines for startuP
  • CARRY OUT CIP AFTER PRODUCTION
  • Monitoring of machines processes input and output(pimps and pomp’s) and take a corrective action on negative trends
  • Record machines downtimes during production
  • Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on beverage, processing, and packaging equipment
  • Set up and maintain plant equipment and machinery
  • Ensure that all machinery operates in safe and efficient manner
  • Perform basic set ups/changeovers for packaging and process equipment
  • Responsible for GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), food safety and quality
  • Controls downtime by performing routine preventive maintenance techniques and monitorin
  • Following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications
  • Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems ,using precision measuring and testing instruments
  • Participate in the Preventative Maintenance program on all equipment for continuous, changes to improve productivity and quality on an ongoing basis
  • Adjust machinery and repair or replace defective parts
  • Work closely with the /Maintenance team to relocate or install industrial machinery within the facility
  • Maintain work area in accordance with the principles of 5S and operate daily within these standards
  • Cleaning, lubricating, and performing other routine maintenance work on machinery
  • Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations PER GMPS
  • Performs assigned tasks in the designated department to ensure that the equipment is maintained and operates at optimal performance
  • Completes department-specific tasks as applicable ( weight checks, smoke concentration, line speed, temperature record)
  • Fix machine breakdown during production
  • Complete 5 Why’s (as per triggers) With relevant team members
  • Follow the standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Monitor production processes on shift and correct any negative trends To Ensure process quality and productivity
  • Complete operator workstation administration and take action as required
  • Use Qfr’s (as per triggers)
  • Perform quick fixes, adjust (fine-tune) machine settings and do changeovers
  • Discard and replace basic machine components
  • Any other duties assigned by the team Leader
  • Volunteer Experience

Mandatory National Service Personnel, Accra Brewery Plc
09.2014 - 08.2015
  • InBev Subsidiary west Arica Ghana
  • Maintenance and operation on packaging machines and Equipments

Internship Student

Rana Motors Ghana
06.2013 - 09.2013
  • Inspect the welded joints Analyze it and give a report on them
  • Maintenance on car lifters and cranes
  • Inspect works done on milling and lathe machine
  • Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
  • Sorted, organized, and maintained files.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
  • Provided project progress updates and proposed solutions to issues.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.

Machinist

Ghana Highways Authority
09.2005 - 03.2006
  • Milling machine drilling and
  • Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
  • Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
  • Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
  • Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
  • Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
  • Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
  • Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
  • Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
  • Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
  • Supported recordkeeping by logging daily production, scrap rate and machine maintenance data.
  • Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
  • Operated CNC and manual lathes, mills and drill presses to produce precision machined components.
  • Measured, examined or tested completed units to check for defects and verify conformance to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers.
  • Developed jigs, fixtures and tooling to meet production requirements.
  • Adapted quickly to new and changing technologies in machining field.
  • Devised and implemented process improvements to enhance production.

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree - Mechanical Engineering

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Highest National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Accra Technical University Formally Accra polytechnic Accra

Diploma - Computer Hardware And Installation

Benrude IT Institute Accra

Intermediate Certificate - Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship Craft Pract.

Asuansi Senior High Technical School
Cape Coast-Ghana
07.2005

Skills

  • Mechanical Expertise
  • Power and Hand Tool Use
  • Problem-Solving Ability
  • Machinery Lubrication
  • Blueprint and Schematic Understanding
  • Organizational Abilities
  • Equipment Installation
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Equipment Repair
  • Piping Systems Maintenance
  • Troubleshoot Malfunctions
  • Equipment Dismantling
  • Machine Maintenance and Repair
  • Recommending Solutions
  • Technical Documentation Interpretation
  • Industry Standards and Regulations

Additional Information

  • Interests/Achievements , Maintenance Planning and Execution. Krones Germany training on installation and maintenance of Pumps, Valves both pneumatic and hydraulics,Bearings, and motors. Krones Germany Training on Product Treatment Technology (PASTEURIZER).Certificate Krones Germany Training on product filling Technology (BOTTLE FILLER).Certificate Krones Germany Training on Bottle Washing Technology (BOTTLE WASHER).Certificate Krones Germany Training on Bottle Blowing Technology (BOTTLE BLOW MOULDERS). Krones Germany Training on Installation and troubleshooting of a Conveyor System. Krones Germany training on Heat exchanger maintenance and services Training on all the packaging equipment. Training on Quality Assurance. Training on leadership skills. Training on Hazard Analytical critical control point (HACCP). Training on Occupational Work and safety Hazard. Training on 5S. Training on Safety incident observation (SIO) Training on both LOTO AND LOTOTO. Training on problem Solving by using 5Y and others. Training on Milling, Lathe and Shaping Machine.

Certification

Industrial Millwright License Certification- Pending

Timeline

Maintenance Technician / Industrial Mechanic

MAGNOTA WINERY AND BREWERY CO-OP. VAUGHAN
07.2023 - Current

Maintenance Lead Hand

Accra Brewery Plc ABInBEV Subsidiary.
10.2021 - 07.2023

Maintenance Engineer /Industrial Mechanic

Accra Brewery Plc ABInBEV Subsidiary
09.2016 - 10.2021

Process Operator/maintenance technician

Accra Brewery Plc, ABInBev
10.2015 - 09.2016

Mandatory National Service Personnel, Accra Brewery Plc
09.2014 - 08.2015

Internship Student

Rana Motors Ghana
06.2013 - 09.2013

Machinist

Ghana Highways Authority
09.2005 - 03.2006

Bachelor of Science Degree - Mechanical Engineering

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Highest National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Accra Technical University Formally Accra polytechnic Accra

Diploma - Computer Hardware And Installation

Benrude IT Institute Accra

Intermediate Certificate - Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship Craft Pract.

Asuansi Senior High Technical School

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