Chijioke Ewenike

Experience

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  Frigoglass

  Jun 2014 - now

  - Supervise and coordinate the installation and maintenance of equipment and machinery at the Cold End, ensuring uninterrupted operations and minimized downtime. - Leverage advanced knowledge of mechanical systems and control electronics to troubleshoot and resolve complex machinery issues efficiently. - Lead, mentor, and train a multidisciplinary maintenance team, fostering a culture of safety, precision, and operational excellence. - Develop and implement preventative maintenance strategies to optimize equipment performance and extend machinery lifespan. -Work closely with the Quality Assurance and Production teams to ensure the final product meets stringent quality standards. - Ensure adherence to workplace safety standards and environmental regulations within the Cold End Section. Show less > Maintain and repair a wide range of cold End equipment, including inspection machines, palletizers, conveyors, shrink wrapping equipment, and cold End coating machines.> Utilize expertise in mechanical, controls, pneumatic, and electronics maintenance to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, minimizing downtime and optimizing operational efficiency.> Monitor equipment functions using Omron and Siemens PLC systems, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to production requirements.> Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement preventive maintenance plans, enhancing equipment reliability and reducing unplanned downtime.> Conduct routine inspections to identify potential equipment malfunctions, proactively addressing issues before they cause disruptions in production.> Train and provide technical support to operators and maintenance staff, enabling them to effectively operate and maintain equipment in accordance with best practices and safety guidelines.> Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, work orders, and equipment history to facilitate data-driven decision-making and future troubleshooting.> Perform job change & set-up all Cold End equipment ,re-set inspection machines to reject challenged samples/defect bottles as requested by Quality Assurance Department Show less Under Supervision,• • Processing of Stock Issue Vouchers and Purchase Requisition Forms for machine parts acquisition.• • Maintenance And Overhauling Of Centrifugal Pumps , Reciprocating Compressors, Gear Boxes. Fans And Blowers. Heat Exchangers, Setting Of Various Types Of Mechanical Seals, Conveyors And Crushers At The Batch Section.*Installation of Centrifugal Compressors alongside accessories including air receiver tanks, piping, valves, induced draft cooling towers, etc..• Routine Maintenance Of Gas Turbine(Siemens Tb5000) And Inspection.• •Routine Maintenance And Overhauling Of Diesel Engine(Cat) Wheel Loaders, Mitsubishi And Shangli Forklifts Show less

  • Cold End Maintenance Supervisor

    Nov 2024 - now

  • Cold End Maintenance Specialist

    May 2017 - Nov 2024

  • Graduate Technical Trainee

    Jun 2014 - May 2017