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Bekwai-Ashanti
Summary
Results-driven machine operator with proven expertise at Unicem Cement Ghana Limited, excelling in equipment maintenance and quality control. Demonstrated ability to enhance production efficiency through effective teamwork and problem-solving skills, ensuring a safe work environment while consistently meeting specifications. Committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator Packer
Unicem Cement Ghana limited
Bekwai Municipal
11.2021 - Current
- Operating packer machine
- Filling cement bags by using the packing machine
- Machine maintenance
- Safe environment
- Team work
- Followed safety procedures while operating machinery and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Loaded materials into production machinery and adjusted settings as necessary to meet specifications.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors about any changes made during the course of a job run.
Mason
Ask Limited
Bekwai-Ashanti
02.2015 - 12.2020
- Mixed mortar to the correct consistency for laying bricks or stones.
- Cut stone or brick into shapes required for specific jobs.
- Repaired damaged walls by replacing broken bricks or stones with new ones.
- Measured and marked surfaces to lay out work according to blueprints or drawings.
- Assembled scaffolding around buildings for access during construction projects.
- Placed steel reinforcement bars in forms prior to pouring concrete footings and foundations.
Store Manager
Ask Limited
Bekwai-Ashanti
03.2012 - 01.2015
- Performed regular price checks to ensure competitive pricing.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through waste reduction initiatives.
- Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Managed daily banking activities such as deposits and withdrawals.
- Planned special promotions or discounts based on market trends.
Storekeeper
Sammy's Enterprise
Obuasi
05.2009 - 06.2012
- Tracked expiration dates of stored items to ensure freshness of products sold in storerooms.
- Received and inspected incoming merchandise shipments to ensure accuracy of delivery, quantity and quality.
- Prepared purchase orders for requested materials according to established procedures.
- Ensured proper handling, storage and maintenance of all items in the storeroom.
Masonry Assistant
OP Construction
Kumasi
08.2004 - 07.2008
- Laid out patterns for pathways according to customer preference.
- Read blueprints and other specifications to determine layout requirements.
- Assisted mason with brick and block laying, including mixing mortar and carrying materials.
- Cleaned up job site after completion of project, disposing of all waste material properly.
- Dug holes for footings utilizing shovels and picks.
- Assisted mason in setting forms for sidewalks, curbs, or gutters; patching voids; or repairing walks, walls, or other structures.
- Measured dimensions of wall openings prior to bricklaying.
- Placed reinforcing steel bars into trenches before pouring cement mix.
- Filled joints between units with mortar by hand or with trowel.
- Cut bricks and blocks to size using saws equipped with diamond blades.
- Transported heavy building materials to work sites manually or with the use of wheelbarrows.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Masonry
Kwamo Technical Institute
Ejuso Municipal 06-2004
Skills
- Machine operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality control
- Production efficiency
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
Timeline
Machine Operator Packer
Unicem Cement Ghana limited
11.2021 - Current
Mason
Ask Limited
02.2015 - 12.2020
Store Manager
Ask Limited
03.2012 - 01.2015
Storekeeper
Sammy's Enterprise
05.2009 - 06.2012
Masonry Assistant
OP Construction
08.2004 - 07.2008
Graduate Certificate - Masonry
Kwamo Technical Institute