CHRISTOPHER GYAN
Welder/Heavy Equipment Operator
Takoradze
Summary
Certified Forklift and heavy equipment operator with over 2 years of experience in industrial material handling, log stacking and machine servicing. Skilled in maintaining safety protocols, operating lifting machinery and supporting warehouse operations. Committed to precision, teamwork and continuous improvement
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Forklift operator
Mondial Veneer Limited
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Safely load and unload materials and goods from trucks, rail cars, and other transport vehicles which increased shipping by 40% daily.
- Transport raw materials, finished products, and other items to and from designated areas within the facility by 20% when overtime is needed.
- Stack and organize products and materials in storage areas, ensuring they are stable and properly secured.
- Use the forklift to pick orders from inventory for shipping or further processing.
- Perform daily pre-operation inspections and functional checks of the forklift and report any defects or mechanical issues which saved the company 47% on cost of repairs that year from the previous year.
- Conduct minor maintenance, such as refueling or recharging batteries, to ensure proper equipment function.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently, ensuring timely delivery and minimizing delays in production schedules.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, maintaining compliance with safety regulations and reducing workplace hazards.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, adhering to proper stacking techniques to optimize warehouse space and accessibility.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking stock levels, contributing to improved order fulfillment and material availability.
Welder, apprentice
Armstrong Engineering and Pipefitting Limited
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Providing support with various welding-related tasks.
- Cutting, grinding, and fitting metal parts for assembly.
- Setting up and preparing surfaces, equipment, and welding materials.
- Performing fundamental welding operations under supervision.
- Cleaning, maintaining, and assisting with the upkeep of welding equipment and tools.
- Moving work pieces, tools, and supplies to the job site.
- Fabricated and assembled metal components according to specifications, ensuring high-quality welds and structural integrity.
- Operated welding equipment and tools, adhering to safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow, enhancing overall project efficiency and output by 30%.
- Conducted routine inspections of welded joints, identifying and correcting defects to uphold quality standards
- Conducted routine inspections of welded joints, identifying and correcting defects to uphold quality standards.
- Assisted in the installation of piping systems, ensuring proper alignment and secure connections for functionality.
- Maintained inventory of materials and supplies, facilitating timely project completion through effective resource management.
Assistant Slicer Operator
Mondial Veneer Limited
01.2017 - 07.2018
- Operated hand crane to lift and stack logs
- Cleaned and prepared logs for slicing
- Replaced slicer blades and maintained equipment
- Ensured safety and efficiency in daily operations
- Operated precision slicing machines to prepare veneer sheets, ensuring optimal quality and consistency for production.
- Monitored equipment performance, conducting routine maintenance and adjustments to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes, resulting in improved efficiency during the slicing operation.
- Trained new staff on machine operation and safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety and compliance within the team.
- Conducted quality inspections on sliced veneer, identifying defects and implementing corrective measures to maintain product standards.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking material usage and reporting discrepancies to optimize supply levels.
- Sharpened and changed blades per set schedule to prevent quality decay by 20%.
Education
No Degree - Heavy Equipment Operation
Chafas Institute of Practical Studies
Accra, Ghana 04.2001 -
No Degree - Occupational safety training
Alison.com
REMOTE 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Takoradi Technical Institute
Takoradze, Ghana 04.2001 -
Skills
Certified forklift operator
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Seeking to contribute my technical expertise and innovative approach to a dynamic team to the realization of the overall goals and objectives of the company as well as enhancing my personal development.
References
- Samuel, Obeng Peprah, Principal, 0243811752, Takoradi Technical Institute
- Emmanuel Marcus, Abaidoo, Head of Department, 0247566574, 0270008030, Takoradi Technical Institute
- Edward, Eghan, Chief Operating Officer, 0541155014, Mondial Veneer Ltd
Timeline
Forklift operator
Mondial Veneer Limited
01.2023 - 01.2025
Welder, apprentice
Armstrong Engineering and Pipefitting Limited
04.2021 - 06.2023
Assistant Slicer Operator
Mondial Veneer Limited
01.2017 - 07.2018
No Degree - Heavy Equipment Operation
Chafas Institute of Practical Studies
04.2001 -
No Degree - Occupational safety training
Alison.com
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Takoradi Technical Institute
04.2001 -