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Work History
Education
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Nana Amponsem

Guelph,ON

Summary

  • Versatile Production Supervisor knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling. Streamlines workflow to maintain productivity and proactively addresses challenges to minimize downtime.
  • Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
  • To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Supervisor

Linergy Manufacturing Inc.
07.2021 - 08.2023
  • Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
  • Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
  • Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
  • Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
  • Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
  • Reviewed customer feedback and developed strategies to improve product quality.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
  • Managed team of 57 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines

Machine Operator/Lead Hand/Set-up Technician

Linergy Manufacturing Inc.
09.2010 - 06.2021
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
  • Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
  • Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Used precision measuring tools, micrometers and calipers to meet required product specifications.
  • Reviewed work instructions and schedules to coordinate machine operation and production schedules.
  • Removed jammed materials from machines and readjusted components as necessary to resume operations.
  • Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions and report or resolve problems.
  • Read and analyzed work orders to determine machine and equipment settings and product specifications.
  • Trained new employees on proper multi-machine operation.
  • Modified machine settings to accommodate different materials.
  • Monitored machine settings and adjusted to correct malfunctions or errors.
  • Supervised and adjusted machinery when necessary, reducing downtime.
  • Monitored gauges, meters, and control panels to obtain information about equipment temperatures and pressures

Personal Support Worker

The Village Of Riverside Glen
02.2010 - 11.2010
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.

ESL Teacher

Guangxi Medical University
06.2006 - 01.2009
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
  • Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
  • Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
  • Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
  • Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.

Quality Control Inspector& Supervisor

Boa-amponsem Plastic Co. Ltd.
02.2004 - 11.2005
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Completed precise measurements using special tools.
  • Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
  • Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
  • Monitored inventory levels to restock materials and maintain consistent supply.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University College of Education
Winneba-Ghana

High School Diploma -

Everest College
Kitchener, ON

Skills

  • Loss Prevention Strategies
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Safety Policies and Procedures
  • 5S Methodology
  • Team Meetings
  • Worker Training
  • Efficiency Estimation
  • Operations Management
  • Duty Assignments
  • Employee Performance Evaluations
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Equipment Operation

Timeline

Production Supervisor

Linergy Manufacturing Inc.
07.2021 - 08.2023

Machine Operator/Lead Hand/Set-up Technician

Linergy Manufacturing Inc.
09.2010 - 06.2021

Personal Support Worker

The Village Of Riverside Glen
02.2010 - 11.2010

ESL Teacher

Guangxi Medical University
06.2006 - 01.2009

Quality Control Inspector& Supervisor

Boa-amponsem Plastic Co. Ltd.
02.2004 - 11.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University College of Education

High School Diploma -

Everest College
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