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About me
Quality control Shift team lead at Burn manufacturing USA LLC, Lean six sigma yellow belt, National technical committee member (KEBS).
Education

National Youth Service Engineering Institute
2014 - 2016Diploma Mechanical Engineering (Fabrication Technology and Meturllugy) creditActivities and Societies: Athletic, christian union. HERE I COVERED:_Mechanical technology._Industrial organization and management._Engineering drawing, pattern development and design._Welding and fabrication technology( Arc welding, gas welding and cutting, Tig welding, Mig welding, spot welding, brazing and soldering)._Material science and metallurgy._Trade and entrepreneurship projects.

Hydraulics and pipe manufacturing
2015 - 2015Attachment Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/TechniciansHERE I COVERED:_Turning, tapping, threading, drilling and boring._Fabrication, i.e welding, cutting and folding of sheet metal, Mig and Tig welding._Grinding, shaping i.e key cutting and surface finishing._Engineering drawing._Workshop and mechanical safety.

National Youth Service Yatta Field station
2013 - 2014Certificate Nys act, leadership training and disaster management PassActivities and Societies: Here I did more of volunteer work. I did national building in various fields and stake. I worked as a security officer during 2013 general election, here I mantained peace and unity of people. I also served my government in various sections such as poultry farm, food production for various units in the public, maize production and banana farming. HERE I COVERED;_Parade and foot drills._Security services and leadership training _physical training and first aid._Guidance and counseling._Hygiene and family life education._Disaster management and fire Fighting._Discipline in general.

Kenya National Youth Service Gilgil
2012 - 2013Certificate in paramilitary training Public Administration, foot drills first aid and disaster management creditActivities and Societies: athletic, basketball, foot drills Here I did physicall training, foot drills and basic administration on how to manage people and resources. I also learned how to attend to a patient or any casualty incase of the emergency,. I learned how to manage disaster and how to attend to it.

St Augustine mlimani high school
2008 - 2011Kcse C+(Plus)Activities and Societies: Athletic, christian union, basketball player, choir.
Experience

Expediters International
Dec 2016 - Mar 2017Maintenance Technician_welding and repair of broken parts on vehicles, fixing new parts and replacing them. _Working with other technicians to repair and replace the parts required.

Denis technical training school
Mar 2017 - Jun 2017Welding Instructor_I trained learners on how to weld using Arc welding, gas welding, gas cutting, grinding, bending and hemming of metalic edges._Engaged learners in practical works and assigning them to do various research. _Trained learners on safety measures and standards._Prepared lesson plans and work schemes for the first years and second year class._Worked as sports and games teacher.

BURN
Jun 2017 - nowROLES AND DUTIESSome of the duties and responsibilities of this role will be as follows:▪ Measure and analyze quality in the factory, including: o incoming quality on raw materials, o finished goods qualityo in-process quality▪ Manage the out-of-box audit (OBA) process, providing feedback to the production and engineering teams. ▪ Manage a team of quality inspectors and analysts with their daily tasks and workstation allocation. ▪ Generate and share daily and monthly quality reports including corrective actions. ▪ Coordinate weekly and monthly meetings between quality inspectors and production employees to review line quality. ▪ Work with engineering & NPD teams to ensure that process/product validations are carried out adequately and successfully. ▪ Participate in the development and revision of quality documents, such as spec sheets, SOPs, drawings, etc. ▪ Facilitate training, learning, and knowledge dissemination for quality inspectors and analysts. Contribute towards training strategy for the factory. ▪ Identify stations and production lines that need more training and/or more talent▪ Ensure that all quality requirements are met before ECN/TPD implementation. ▪ Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the manager from time to time. Show less ROLES AND DUTIES1. **Inspecting Raw Materials**: Ensuring that materials used in production meet quality standards before they are processed.2. **Monitoring Production Processes**: Regularly checking the operation of lasers, presses, welders, and punching machines to ensure they are functioning correctly and producing parts within specifications.3. **Performing In-Process Inspections**: Conducting inspections at various stages of production to identify any defects or deviations from quality standards.4. **Conducting Final Inspections**: Thoroughly examining finished cook stoves to verify that they meet all quality criteria before they are released for distribution or sale.5. **Documenting Quality Data**: Recording inspection results and maintaining comprehensive documentation to track quality trends and identify areas for improvement.6. **Identifying Root Causes of Defects**: Investigating any quality issues to determine the root causes and working with production teams to implement corrective actions.7. **Ensuring Compliance with Regulations**: Verifying that the manufacturing processes adhere to relevant regulations and industry standards for safety and quality.8. **Continuous Improvement**: Collaborating with engineering and production teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality and efficiency.9. **Training and Development**: Providing training to production personnel on quality control procedures and standards to foster a culture of quality consciousness throughout the organization.10 **Lead powder coating section, perform powder tests such as cure, adhesion, flexibility hardness and impact.11**Set and test the welding machines in respect with materials to be welded.12**Monitoring and determining oven temperature to make sure the materials bieng cured does not over cure or under cure. Show less
Quality control shift team lead
Dec 2022 - nowQuality Control Inspector
Jun 2017 - Jan 2023

Kenya Bureau of Standards
Nov 2022 - nowNational Technical committee member KEBS/TC 092 ' Renewable Energy and Energy Managements '.ROLES AND DUTIES _Providing technical support to technical committees on matters of Quality, safety, risk management and assessment, collecting and analyzing technical information for the drafting of the relevant standards as per ISO guidelines._Attending and actively participating in committee meetings, commending on public review and balloting on draft Kenyan standards._Keeping respective organizations/ institutions well informed about current standards development, projects and expressing organizations/ institutions views ._Participating in international, regional and local standardization workshops by attending meetings,commending and voting on international and regional / local draft standards. Show less

TUMAINI INSPECTION SERVICES
Jan 2023 - nowChief Executive Officer (Founder)** _TUMAINI INSPECTION SERVICES_** *Tagline* :Empowering Quality, Inspiring Confidence. *Home* Welcome to *Tumaini Inspection* Services!We are dedicated to providing exceptional inspection and auditing services for the manufacturing sector and beyond. With a commitment to excellence, we help businesses ensure product quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction.About Us *Our Mission* To provide top-notch inspection and audit services that ensure the highest quality standards in every product and project we oversee. *Our Vision* To be the leading inspection partner globally, fostering trust and excellence in every sector we serve.Why Choose Us? *Expertise* : Years of experience in quality control and inspections. *Versatility* : Serving diverse industries and freelance needs. *Integrity* : Upholding transparency and reliability in every project. *Our Services* 1. Product InspectionsIncoming material quality checks.Outgoing product validation for compliance and standards.2. Project AuditsEnsuring project workflows align with quality benchmarks.Compliance audits for manufacturing systems.3. Freelance ServicesIndependent inspection services for startups and established companies.On-demand quality assessments.4. Manufacturing Sector SupportTechnical appraisals and performance evaluations.Streamlined quality control procedures.Contact UsWe’d love to partner with you on your journey to quality and success.Location: Nairobi Kenya Phone: +254712767080Email: ombero1990@gmail.comHours of Operation: 8am-4:30pmSend us a message today to learn how *Tumaini Inspection* Services can support your goals! Show less
Licenses & Certifications
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Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
MF TreinamentosAug 2022 - View certificate

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
6sigmastudy - The global certification body for six sigma certificationsSept 2022 
Paramilitary training
National Youth Service CorpsAug 2012
Powder coating
BURNMar 2018
Understanding cost of quality and TQM tools
AlisonJan 2024
The importance of systemic view in accident/incident investigation.
Engineering Institute of TechnologyJul 2022- View certificate

Africa international conference on clean energy
Tovero Energy LtdNov 2023 
Work readiness training
Kenya Association of ManufacturersJan 2017- View certificate

Quality management system
Alison - Empower YourselfOct 2022 - View certificate

Hydrogen production, Storage and Applications for a sustainable future.
Engineering Institute of TechnologyAug 2022
Volunteer Experience
Tree planting
Issued by Mautuma community on Jan 2012
Associated with WETEA SILASVolunteer national biulder
Issued by National Youth Service on Jan 2013
Associated with WETEA SILAS
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