Joseph Ntiyahela
Iringa
Summary
Reliable Plant Engineer with 6 years of experience in Industrila facilities. Known for designing optimally efficient operational frameworks without sacrificing employee health or wellbeing. Dedicated to maintaining safe, productive work environments that exceed business goals and enriching personnel.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Engineer
Unilever (Lipton) Tea Tanzania Limited
Iringa, Tanzania
12.2022 - Current
- Participated in teams dedicated to resolving complex mechanical problems related to production processes.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations into production issues and developed corrective action plans accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and proper operation of plant equipment.
- Developed and implemented preventative maintenance plans for all plant equipment.
- Monitored production processes to identify areas of improvement in efficiency, cost reduction, and waste elimination.
- Provided technical support to operations team during installation, commissioning, and start-up of new equipment.
- Reviewed engineering drawings to ensure accuracy and completeness of design documents.
- Maintained detailed records of maintenance activities performed on plant equipment.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved operational efficiencies and designed solutions to meet those objectives.
- Managed inventory levels of spare parts required for maintaining plant equipment.
- Coordinated with vendors regarding repair or replacement of defective or worn out machinery components.
- Sourced materials from external suppliers according to project specifications while adhering to budgetary constraints.
- Collaborated with other departments when developing process improvements or modifications that impacted their job functions.
Production Engineer
Knauf Gypsum Tanzania Limited
Pwani, Tanzania
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Developed and implemented production processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Analyzed existing production systems, identified areas of improvement, and proposed solutions.
- Created detailed reports on production performance and made recommendations for process changes.
- Monitored production operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Performed root cause analysis on production issues, developed corrective actions, and monitored results.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities related to production engineering.
- Conducted research on new technologies to improve current manufacturing processes.
- Trained personnel in the operation of specialized machinery and best practices for using it safely.
Mechanical Engineer
Lake Steel and Allied Products
Pwani, Tanzania
06.2017 - 12.2018
- Developed and tested mechanical components to ensure proper functioning.
- Analyzed project requirements and designed solutions for complex engineering problems.
- Conducted research into the feasibility, design, operation and performance of mechanical systems, components and processes.
- Designed fixtures, tooling and experimental apparatus to assist with testing and manufacturing operations.
- Created detailed drawings using AutoCAD software for parts fabrication and assembly.
- Assisted with troubleshooting existing designs to identify potential issues or areas of improvement.
- Collaborated with other departments on new product designs from concept to completion.
- Maintained records of all activities related to mechanical engineering projects.
- Trained personnel on operating procedures related to machinery maintenance and repair.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
St Joseph University in Tanzania
Dar-es-salaam12-2018
Advanced Level Education
Benjamin William Mkapa High School
Dar-es-salaam06-2014
Ordinary Level Education
Kibasila Secondary School
Dar-es-salaam10-2011
Primary Level Education
Kibasila Primary School
Dar-es-salaam09-2007
Skills
- Operations Management
- Testing
- Safety Management
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Maintenance
- Plant design
- Production Planning
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Industry standards
Certification
- Registered as Professional Mechanical Engineer from Engineers Registration Board (ERB)
Timeline
Plant Engineer
Unilever (Lipton) Tea Tanzania Limited
12.2022 - Current
Production Engineer
Knauf Gypsum Tanzania Limited
01.2019 - 10.2021
Mechanical Engineer
Lake Steel and Allied Products
06.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
St Joseph University in Tanzania
Advanced Level Education
Benjamin William Mkapa High School
Ordinary Level Education
Kibasila Secondary School
Primary Level Education
Kibasila Primary School
- Registered as Professional Mechanical Engineer from Engineers Registration Board (ERB)
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