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Education
Skills
Certification
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Raphael Affah

Philadelphia

Summary

To obtain an employment opportunity where my education, experience and skills will contribute to a team of likeminded, where I can build on my 7 plus years of industrial manufacturing experience.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Reliability Engineer

Lux Global Company (MCC)
05.2023 - Current
  • Apply continuous improvement tools such as lean manufacturing and Kaizen events to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
  • Develop corrective actions from RCAPE that will improve the reliability of the equipment/process
  • Applied process improvement techniques and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) to enhance productivity and reduce waste
  • Design/implement mechanical and electrical system to support manufacturing operation
  • Engage in advanced troubleshooting of complex equipment to diagnose and resolve issues promptly
  • Leading training sessions on preventive maintenance for team members, emphasize the importance of regular equipment inspection to prevent downtime
  • Monitor the performance of manufacturing processes and equipment and provide targeted training to direct reports to foster a high-performing team
  • Create and maintain frequent review of site maintenance metrics to assess maintenance effectiveness and efficiency
  • Oversee and maintain the good operation of all equipment related to the facility (boilers, chillers, compressors, oxidizers….)

Lead Industrial Engineering Technician

Lux Global Company (MCC)
03.2020 - 05.2023
  • Model mechanical and electrical systems using various methods and software
  • Design and test electrical control system
  • Perform troubleshooting on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and controls system
  • Designed and implemented PM programs for high-speed converting machines, reducing downtime and increasing productivity
  • Worked on various projects from major safety improvement to equipment upgrades
  • Perform process control testing and evaluation of equipment
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and test products based on customer requirements and needs
  • Performed root cause analysis and problem elimination.

Lead/Production operator

Lux Global Company (MCC)
05.2016 - 03.2020
  • Train machine operators in their essential duties and safety precautions required when working on high-speed equipment
  • Coach production associates on the importance of quality and cultural changes
  • Verified and validated customer’s job requirements and packaging specifications
  • Operate High-speed converting machines.

Education

Minor in Robotics & Automation -

Minor in Green energy & Sustainability -

Master of Business Administration -

WGU
03.2024

Bachelor of science in electrical engineering Technology -

Drexel University
05.2023

Associate degree in applied science and engineering Technology -

CCP
05.2020

Skills

  • Strong Leadership skills
  • Strong Business acumen
  • Strong knowledge of operation management
  • Project management
  • Strong ability to analyze and evaluate statistical data
  • Proficient in Lean Six Sigma concepts, Kaizen (purpose and philosophy)
  • Proficient in DMAIC methodology
  • Familiar with ANOVA method of analysis
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Strong background in automation and control Wonderware, B&R, Rexroth, Eltromat etc)
  • Proficient in PLC programming (RS Logix 5000 and 500, Siemens TIA)
  • Proficient in CNC programming (FeatureCam, SimulationPro)
  • Proficient in Electrical Design (SolidWorks Electrical, Automation Studio, Multisim, AutoCAD)
  • Proficient in Mechanical Design (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
  • Proficient in industrial Robot programming (SCARA robot, ABB etc)
  • Proficient in Simulation (Arena, Simulink, System Advisor Model)
  • Proficient in programming languages: C, C, Phyton, LabView, and machine learning
  • Understand principles of ultrasound NDE (nondestructive destructive evaluation)

Certification

  • Project Management Essentials Certified (MSI)
  • Business Management Certified (MSI)
  • Certificate in Mechatronics (Industrial Electrical)

Affiliations

Active member of the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers)

Timeline

Reliability Engineer

Lux Global Company (MCC)
05.2023 - Current

Lead Industrial Engineering Technician

Lux Global Company (MCC)
03.2020 - 05.2023

Lead/Production operator

Lux Global Company (MCC)
05.2016 - 03.2020

Minor in Robotics & Automation -

Minor in Green energy & Sustainability -

Master of Business Administration -

WGU

Bachelor of science in electrical engineering Technology -

Drexel University

Associate degree in applied science and engineering Technology -

CCP
Raphael Affah