Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Research
Research Interests
Accomplishments
Position Held
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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ISAAC KWAMENA KWAW

Tema

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Commissioning Chemical Engineer/Assistant Warehouse Supervisor

Metlen Energy & Metals: Bridge Power Projects
Tema
08.2023 - Current

•Handed over commissioning and SETODA spare parts to client based on contractual agreements.

• Prepared chemical tanks for NH3, NaOH, H2SO4, corrosion inhibitors, and antiscalants.

• Dosed chemicals for effective water treatment and conditioning.

• Assisted in plant operations for water/steam cycle chemistry and cooling systems.

• Managed demineralized water plant and wastewater treatment processes efficiently.

•Filled resins into multistep ion exchangers and performed backwashing and regeneration tasks.

• Liaised with operation engineers to resolve chemistry-related issues promptly.

•Compiled detailed reports on water quality and chemical consumption to support operational decision-making.

• Organized warehouse layout to enhance space utilization and streamline access to products.

• Implemented best practices for packaging and labelling products for shipping.

• Coordinated with departments to align product delivery schedules, ensuring timely fulfillment of orders.

Chemical Analyst

Keda (Gh) Ceramics Company Limited
Aboadze
02.2022 - 07.2023
  • Sampled and analyzed soil samples for elements (SiO4, Al2O3, TiO2, Fe2O3, MgO, CaO, K2O, Na2O) using DHF 84 MultiElement Rapid Analyzer and flame photometer.
  • Calibrated laboratory instruments to ensure accurate measurements.
  • Prepared chemical reagents for analysis to ensure accurate testing results.
  • Maintained industry-standard records and logs, ensuring timely preparation of detailed documentation.
  • Carrying out Inventory of Bulk and Laboratory Chemicals.
  • Replaced filters in reverse osmosis system to ensure optimal performance.
  • Distill Water Preparation and troubleshooting other devices (Flame Photometer and Rapid Analyzer).

Medical Sales Representative

MSN Laboratories Private Limited
Takoradi, Cape Coast, and Tarkwa
02.2020 - 03.2021
  • Negotiated and Sold the Company's Pharmaceutical products to various hospitals and pharmacies around Takoradi, Tarkwa, and Cape Coast.
  • Promoted pharmaceutical products to doctors, nurses, and pharmacists, enhancing product awareness and driving prescription rates.
  • Coordinated appointments and presentations with healthcare professionals to effectively communicate product benefits and provide support.
  • Maintained product availability records at hospitals and pharmacies, ensuring accurate daily reporting and inventory management.

Laboratory Technician/ Operations Assistant

Volta River Authority
Takoradi
09.2018 - 08.2019
  • Conducted Environmental Analysis on wastewater, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
  • Performed sampling and analysis on Fuel Oil, Desalination water, Boiler Water Steam quality, Portable, and Demineralized water using Atomic Absorption Spectrometer (AAS), enhancing quality control.
  • Sampling and carrying out physical analysis (Viscosity, Base Sediment and Water Base Sediment, Turbidity etc.) on Crude Oil, Lube Oil, Distillate Fuel Oil, Portable Water, Desalination Water, Demineralized Water, and Waste Water.
  • Supported operations of Oily Waste Water Treatment plant, contributing to efficient waste management.
  • Assisted in running an electro chlorination plant.
  • Preparation of Chemical Dosing tanks and monitoring all effluent from various parts of the plant.
  • Assisted in routine inspection of the units.
  • Maintained records and logs in accordance with the company's standards and prepared detailed records and reports promptly.
  • Maintained the Reverse Osmosis plant (RO) by dosing in chemicals to preserve its membrane.
  • Carried out gas survey to detect gas leakages and combustible gases during hot works.
  • Collection of Environmental data for environmental report.

Assistant Biomedical Scientist

Benedict Hospital (Internship)
Inchaban
06.2017 - 07.2017
  • Performed microbiological analysis of urine, stool, and semen samples to support diagnostic processes.
  • Maintained laboratory equipment in optimal working condition to facilitate accurate and timely testing.
  • Phlebotomized patients to collect samples for routine medical laboratory tests, ensuring accurate results.
  • Performed hemoglobin electrophoresis test.

Pupil Teacher

Onua Francis Ideal Preparatory School
Inchaban
01.2014 - 07.2014
  • Tutored basic 6 pupils in various subjects including Mathematics, Integrated Science, English, Social Studies, Creative Arts, and Religious and Moral Education according to the Ghana Education Service (GES) syllabus.

Junior High School Teacher

Calvary Preparatory School
Komfueku
09.2013 - 12.2013
  • Trained junior high students in science, adhering to GES syllabus for BECE readiness.
  • Enhanced junior high math proficiency following GES guidelines for BECE preparation.
  • Developed junior high social studies understanding for successful BECE outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana
05-2018

Skills

  • Chemical dosing
  • Water treatment
  • Chemical analysis
  • Environmental monitoring
  • IBM SPSS
  • Excel
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • PowerPoint Presentation
  • Spreadsheet
  • Troubleshooting
  • Lab management
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Word Processor

Research

  • Third-year mini-project, Department of Biochemistry, 02/17 - 06/17, Worked in a group to determine the effects of herbal preparation (Navina and Heredit) on the activity of β-glucosidase (an enzyme implicated in type 2 diabetes) extracted from the small intestine of Guinea Pig.
  • Laboratory Assistant for General Biochemistry Lab, Prepared reagents and experimental set-ups for general biochemistry laboratory sessions to ensure accuracy and reproducibility of results.

Research Interests

  • Water and Wastewater Treatment
  • Environmental Toxicology
  • Renewable Energy and Environmental Sustainability
  • Drug delivery, Disease Prevention and Control

Accomplishments

  • Best soccer (football) player in the Department of Biochemistry, 09/15 - 06/18
  • Contestant for the National Science and Mathematics Quiz, Shama Senior High School, Shama, Ghana, 06/13 - 07/13
  • Contestant for the District Spelling 'B' Competition, West Ridge Primary School, Sekondi, 2006

Position Held

  • Infirmary Prefect, Shama Senior High School, 2012 - 2013
  • Assistant Boys' Prefect, West Ridge Junior High School, 2008 - 2009

Affiliations

Unique Family and Friends Ghana Foundation

References

  • Joshua Puplampu Ph.D., Thesis Supervisor, Department of Biochemistry, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana, jpuplampu@ucc.edu.gh, +233246276677
  • Mr. Henry Birch Freeman, Station Chemist, Takoradi Thermal Power Station (TTPS), henry.freeman@vra.com, +233246276677
  • Prosper Jonas Ako, Senior Laboratory Technician, Early Power Operations Limited, prosper.ako@epl-operations.com, +233551435450

Timeline

Commissioning Chemical Engineer/Assistant Warehouse Supervisor

Metlen Energy & Metals: Bridge Power Projects
08.2023 - Current

Chemical Analyst

Keda (Gh) Ceramics Company Limited
02.2022 - 07.2023

Medical Sales Representative

MSN Laboratories Private Limited
02.2020 - 03.2021

Laboratory Technician/ Operations Assistant

Volta River Authority
09.2018 - 08.2019

Assistant Biomedical Scientist

Benedict Hospital (Internship)
06.2017 - 07.2017

Pupil Teacher

Onua Francis Ideal Preparatory School
01.2014 - 07.2014

Junior High School Teacher

Calvary Preparatory School
09.2013 - 12.2013

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of Cape Coast
ISAAC KWAMENA KWAW