Simon Ogbodo

Experience

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  Saipem

  Sept 2011 - Aug 2012

  Industrial Trainee

  Ultrasonic Testing (UT):Assisted UT personnel in weld analysis.Calibrated and standardized UT machines.Tested and passed a weld specimen used to evalute operatives.Radioactive Testing (RT):Analysed and diagnosed weld defects in a radiographic film.Carried out documentation and recordings of RT films.Carried out radiographic film processing in dark room.Magnetic Particle Inspection ( MPI):Carried out magnetic Particle testing on welds and reported it's analysis.Carried out simple maintenance on the MPI machine.Post Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT):Carried out pre heat treatment on about to be welded joints.Carried out post weld heat treatment on welded joints to avoid cracks, slag inclusion etc.Operated and monitored PWHT machines to conform to standards.Carried out level 1 maintenance on the machine. Show less

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  Nigerian Breweries Plc

  Mar 2013 - Aug 2017

  Innovation Support

  Filter Operator:Prepared precoat, slurry and stabilizers for filtration of products from fermentation storagetanks (FST) into Bright beer tanks (BBT).Operated and Monitored filtration machines ensuring that all parameters are conforming tostandards.Carried out analysis of the filtered products and ensuring it meets to set standards.Championed reduction of kieselghur and other filter materials without affecting the quality ofthe products using TPM.Prepared and carried out cleaning in place (CIP) on all filter machines and lines.Developed and coordinated effective predictive, preventive and corrective maintenanceapproaches.Innovation Support:Supported the innovation manager in the Production of innovation brands called New ProductIntroduction (NPI) or popularly known as ready to drinks (RTD) such as climax, Ace products,apple cider strong brow etc.Personally manned the Production of these product from start to finish from early 2015 - late2016.Carried out analysis of the produced products and ensured it conformed to set standards.Created OPL and SOP in passing across of the production of NPIs to my colleagues.Calibrated the analysis machines such as Alcolyzer, hazemeter, ph meter etc.Highlighted Control points and Critical Control Points to avoid contamination.Carried out CIP on all the NPI equipments, tanks and lines.Troubleshooted and resolved any problem that occurs in the machine.Cellar Operator:Prepared cleaning solutions and carried out CIP on all cellar equipments,tanks and lines andensuring that cellars is clean always.Carried out storage analysis on storage tanks.Cultured and cropped yeast for fermentation.Carried out blending on products that requires blending.Maintained professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops,reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating inprofessional societies. Show less

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  Nestlé

  Nov 2019 - now

  * Carrying out troubleshooting and repairs of various machines such as (Bosch, Wolf's, Optimal, Seamer, Kilian-Theegarten and Universal Packaging).* Installed, maintained, and troubleshooted FC systems, including power distribution, conveyance, and HVAC* Ensures that Quality Management System (QMS), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), Food Safety Management System (FSMS), NestleGood Manufacturing Practice (NGMP) standards are strictly followed in meeting business KPIs* Reacted promptly to breakdowns, communicated effectively with stakeholders, and efficiently resolved issues to minimize downtime.* Assist with maintenance task updating, work order generation, reliability testing, and reporting* Acheiving business objectives of Preventive and Corrective maintenance using Autonomous Management (AM) and Preventive Maintenance (PM)steps of Total Productive Management (TPM).* Carrying out Breakdown analysis (BDA) on industrial machines.*Utilized blueprint and electrical schematic reading skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues effectively.* Implemented rigorous health and safety protocols, ensuring full compliance with standards and regulations.* Identifying safety hazards using Risk Assessment, implementing safety measures and ensuring compliance.* Conducting investigation into accidents or incidents to identify causes and contributing factors using Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA), Go SeeThink and Do (GSTD) and 5 why Analysis.* Proactively contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by learning from breakdowns and providing constructive feedback to line managers.* Conducted scheduled/ad hoc audits using online tools such as iAuditor and EAM* Ensuring high hygiene is maintained across plant using 5S.* Assist with maintenance task updating, work order generation, reliability testing, and reporting.* Documentation of check valves, flowmeter, temperature, and pressure readings on the plant's AHU (Air Handling Unit). Show less * Set-up production machinery to produce.* Executes Operational Prerequisite Procedures (OPRP) and Cleaning Inspection Lubrication and Tightening (CILT) on the lines.* Supported Maintenance Technicians on day shift, providing guidance and mentorship.* Ensures proper distribution of powder to the lines in adherence to NGMP* Ensure compliance to quality monitoring system during production such as periodic weight checks, leakages test, and product alignment in order toproduce quality products.* Worked as a team with technicians, fostering a positive work culture and providing performance-enhancing feedback.* Ensures proper hygiene is maintained across the work station using 5S and GMP* Ensuring that safety policies are enforced in all areas of the company, including at occupational sites and during plant operation.* Guarantee safety of self, product, workplace and colleagues while ensuring control of the impact of activities on the environment.* Acted as a safety ambassador, promoting a secure work environment across the site.* Ensures reduction of powder wastage using TPM.* Daily Inspection of Critical Control Points (CCP) such as metallic traps and Compact sieves to ensure it's intact.* Operates pallet stacker in moving unfinished and finished goods from one station to another.* Carrying out investigation of failures on equipment using RCFA and 5 why methodology.* Carrying out basic maintenance of the pallet stacker.* Carrying out daily inspection of pallet stacker using updated checklist. Show less

  • Process Engineering Technician

    Jan 2022 - now

  • Production Technician

    Nov 2019 - Dec 2021