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SEIDU KARIM

BAWKU

Summary

Fastidious Industrial Machinery Mechanic known for effective preventive maintenance and rapid responses to equipment faults. Clever diagnostician for Lathe and Mechanical Engineering machinery. Skilled at implementing pre-designed repair plans and designing impromptu solutions.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Lathe Machine Technician

self
BAWKU UPPER EAST REGION
08.1997 - Current
  • Performed daily maintenance and repair of machines, as well as troubleshooting malfunctions.
  • Installed, calibrated, and adjusted machine components to ensure proper operation.
  • Tested mechanical systems and equipment for optimal performance.
  • Inspected completed workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
  • Trained new employees on the safe use of machinery and equipment.
  • Repaired broken parts by welding or soldering them back together.
  • Assisted in setting up a preventive maintenance program for all machines in the facility.
  • Dismantled defective machines to diagnose faults before repairing them.

Work Shop Assistant

BAWKU TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
BAWKU UPPER EAST REGION
09.2014 - 12.2020
  • Performed regular mechanical maintenance on a variety of equipment and machinery, such as pumps, conveyors, fans, and gearboxes.
  • Conducted daily inspections of machines to identify potential issues or malfunctions.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment and machinery.
  • Assisted in the installation of new machines and equipment.
  • Tested, diagnosed, and repaired malfunctioning components.
  • Replaced worn or defective parts with new ones.
  • Inspected completed work for accuracy and quality assurance.
  • Monitored performance parameters to ensure optimal operation of machinery.
  • Conducted routine lubrication of moving parts according to safety protocols.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

TAKORADI POLYTECHNIC
TAKORADI, GHANA
07-2003

Associate of Applied Science - TECHNICAL APPRENTICESHIP

GRATIS FOUNDATION
TAMALE, GHANA
07-2000

Associate of Applied Science - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING CRAFT PRACTICE

BAWKU TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
BAWKU, GHANA
09-1998

High School Diploma -

KPALWEGA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
BAWKU, GHANA
09-1994

Skills

  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Workplace Safety
  • Precision measurement
  • Electrical Systems
  • Machine Assembly
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Mechanical Systems
  • Machine Operation
  • Welding Techniques
  • Hand and power tools
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Safety inspection
  • Excellent Communication
  • Relationship Building

Languages

English
First Language
HAUSA
Proficient (C2)
C2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Work Shop Assistant

BAWKU TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
09.2014 - 12.2020

Lathe Machine Technician

self
08.1997 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

TAKORADI POLYTECHNIC

Associate of Applied Science - TECHNICAL APPRENTICESHIP

GRATIS FOUNDATION

Associate of Applied Science - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING CRAFT PRACTICE

BAWKU TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

High School Diploma -

KPALWEGA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
SEIDU KARIM