OYEBAMIJI DANIEL DARE
Operational Excellence Manager
Sango Ota, NG.About
Results-driven Operational Excellence Manager with over a decade of expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Process Optimization, and Continuous Improvement within the FMCG and manufacturing industries. Proven ability to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and implement data-driven strategies, consistently enhancing productivity and achieving substantial cost savings. Adept at leading cross-functional teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement to drive impactful operational outcomes.
Work
SWEET NUTRITION LIMITED (MR CHEF SEASONING BRAND)
|Operational Excellence Coordinator
Sango Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria
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Summary
Coordinated operational excellence initiatives and led comprehensive training programs to drive significant improvements in manufacturing efficiency and cost reduction.
Highlights
Facilitated TPM initiatives for 70+ staff (60 operators, 10 technicians), achieving a 30% reduction in unplanned downtime and equipment breakdowns, resulting in over #30M cost savings.
Developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Centerlining Techniques, leading to consistent machine performance and enhanced operational reliability.
Championed OEE tracking and waste reduction efforts, achieving near-zero defects on production lines through data-driven analysis and continuous improvement.
Conducted Root Cause Analysis (RCA) using 5-Why, Fishbone Diagram, and DMAIC methodologies, effectively preventing recurring machine failures.
Ensured compliance with LOTO procedures and Risk Assessments, establishing a safer working environment and reducing operational risks.
SWEET NUTRITION LIMITED (MR CHEF SEASONING BRAND)
|Relief Production Coordinator
Sango Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria
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Summary
Led cross-functional production teams across multiple departments to consistently meet and exceed high-volume production targets during a temporary assignment.
Highlights
Managed daily operations across Wrapping, Powder Packing, and Packaging sections, ensuring 100% schedule adherence and continuous workflow.
Optimized labor and material planning, significantly improving resource utilization and reducing production bottlenecks.
Led SQCDSME meetings, proactively addressing operational challenges and driving productivity improvements across production lines.
NESTLE NIGERIA PLC
|Production Team Lead
Sagamu, Ogun State, Nigeria
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Summary
Supervised the operation and maintenance of seasoning cube wrapping machines, ensuring high-quality, defect-free production and enhancing team capabilities.
Highlights
Led AM Step 4 implementation, training operators on machine centerlining and early failure detection, significantly improving equipment reliability.
Applied Lean Manufacturing and TPM tools (5-Whys, DMAIC, GSTD) to improve overall production efficiency and reduce waste.
Utilized SAP to accurately track inventory levels and oversee material consumption, optimizing resource management in cube manufacturing processes.
BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO
|Technical Operator
Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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Summary
Operated and maintained advanced cigarette manufacturing machines, ensuring consistent production quality, throughput, and machine reliability.
Highlights
Operated GD121 and AF12 cigarette manufacturing machines, ensuring consistent production quality and high throughput.
Conducted preventive maintenance and machine overhauls, decreasing breakdown frequency by 25% and extending equipment lifespan.
Led CIL initiatives and defect fixing, ensuring high machine reliability and extended uptime across critical production assets.
Collaborated with engineers to implement process improvements and optimize machine performance, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency.
Internship Trainee
Nigeria
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Summary
Assisted in production process optimization and maintenance support, contributing to efficiency improvements and waste reduction.
Highlights
Assisted in production process optimization initiatives, leading to efficiency improvements and measurable waste reduction.
Supported maintenance teams in sub-assembly overhauls and equipment servicing, contributing to operational continuity.
Collected and analyzed production data to identify trends and inform process performance improvements.
Education
THE POLYTECHNIC IBADAN
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Higher National Diploma (HND)
Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Option
Grade: 4.2/5.0
THE POLYTECHNIC IBADAN
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National Diploma (ND)
Mechanical Engineering
Grade: 3.9/5.0
Languages
English
Certificates
Data Analytics for Lean Six Sigma
Issued By
Coursera
Data Analytics for Project Management
Issued By
Udemy
Professional Certificate in Project Management
Issued By
Udemy
Introduction to Power BI
Issued By
DataCamp
Business Process Optimisation with Lean Six Sigma
Issued By
Udemy
Introduction to Statistics
Issued By
DataCamp
Data Visualisation with PowerBI Simplified
Issued By
Udemy
The Complete PowerPoint Design and Delivery Course for 2024
Issued By
Udemy
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
Issued By
Human Capital Partners, Ikoyi, Lagos
City & Guilds of London (IVQ Level 3)
Issued By
City & Guilds of London
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Maintenance, Installation and Commissioning
Issued By
City & Guilds of London
Advanced Manufacturing Process Analysis
Issued By
Coursera
Introduction to Marketing
Issued By
Coursera
Operations and Supply Chain Decisions and Metrics
Issued By
Coursera
Writing Skills for Engineering Leaders
Issued By
Coursera
Basic First Aid/CPR
Issued By
Novelle Centre, Lagos
Environmental Impact Assessment
Issued By
Novelle Centre, Lagos
HSE level 1 (Award in Health and Safety at Work)
Issued By
Novelle Centre, Lagos
HSE level 2 (Risk Assessment Practical Application)
Issued By
Novelle Centre, Lagos
HSE level 3 (Award in Environmental Assessment)
Issued By
Novelle Centre, Lagos
Intensive Fire Fighting and Prevention
Issued By
Ministry of Works and Transport, Department of Fire Services, Oyo State, Nigeria
Skills
Lean Manufacturing
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Methodologies.
Process Optimization
Process Optimization, Root Cause Analysis.
Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), IL6S, WCM, Autonomous Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance.
Operational Efficiency
Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) Improvement, Waste Reduction Strategies.
Project Management
Project Management, Data Analytics.
Quality & Compliance
Food Safety, GMP Compliance, Risk Assessment, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Workplace Safety Compliance.
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
SAP.
Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook.
Leadership & Development
Team Leadership, Training, Coaching.
Interests
Reading
John Grisham novels.
Music
Playing drums.
Professional Development
Process Optimisation Research.