BARNABAS MUOKI
Manufacturing Process Engineer
Nairobi, Nairobi Province,30
Summary
Professional in engineering with proven ability to optimize processes and improve production efficiency. Extensive experience in developing and implementing engineering solutions that enhance operational performance. Known for collaborative team efforts and results-driven approach, showcasing skills in process design and quality control.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Process Engineer
Isuzu East Africa
06.2024 - Current
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify, prioritize and eliminate process losses.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Designed and executed experiments to identify process improvements, leading to reduced costs and increased efficiency.
- Reduced production downtime by conducting thorough root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
- Work with product engineering and production teams to improve quality of output.
- Build capacity for paint shop and ED production targets.
- Conduct defect analysis and root cause analysis to eliminate root cause.
- Constantly engaged in identifying quality issues and inefficiencies on the production floor and generating applicable solutions to improve the manufacturing performance KPI in a fast-paced automotive production environment.
- Process Development: Developed assembly procedures and related standard work instructions for paint shop and ED processes.
- Ensure compliance to Process Control Plans and the Quality Operating System.
- Analyse internal process & supplier defects by data collection to decrease scrap rate.
- Supported launches by effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams (Tooling, Production, Quality) to resolve product challenges and ensuring that design and quality requirements are met.
- Troubleshot production processes during launch phase, analysed downtime events and top bottlenecks during production, and continuously improved until assembly line met demand and quality targets.
- Review process for compliance to quality and safety standards.
- Validation of Process Material for BoM Accuracy.
- Engineering changes management (e.g., Change in part numbers, process material).
- Assisted in capacity planning efforts by providing accurate data on cycle times, throughput, and equipment utilization rates. /
- Assisted in capacity planning efforts by providing accurate data on cycle times, throughput, and equipment utilization rates.
- Collaborated with Quality Assurance teams to troubleshoot non-conformances and develop corrective actions for root cause analysis findings.
- Supported the introduction of new products by coordinating pilot runs and ramp-up activities while maintaining quality standards throughout the process transition period.
- Optimized production flow by designing and implementing efficient workstations and tooling solutions.
- Managed CAPEX projects for theshops from conception through to commisioninge.
- Designed and installed utility,air supply systems to improve working conditions for operators in the shops.
- Designed tooling systemms , sourced and installed to suppport process capacity changes and improvements to support new models production
Facilities and Projects Management Assistant
Isuzu East Africa
04.2022 - 04.2024
- Managed and supervised facility projects, including but not limited to renovations and construction.
- Ensured that contractors delivered quality work as per Isuzu standards.
- Trained and onboarded contractors and suppliers.
- Evaluated facility and maintenance needs and made recommendations for improvements.
- Participated in project planning and tendering by developing Statements of Requirements, Bills of Quantities, Designs, and Design Approvals.
- Assisted in installing, testing, and deploying new facility support systems.
- Assessed scope and requirements for project design determinations.
- Consulted and coordinated with contractors to ensure delivery of projects within agreed timelines.
- Contributed to the development of equipment master register and SAP-based maintenance module.
- Reviewed and updated safe operating procedures for equipment and accessories within facilities.
- Tested and deployed a modern fire alarm, voice evacuation system, and corporate communication system.
- Participated in continuous improvement of energy management systems.
- Installation of modern Corporate communication and Fire Alarm & Evacuation Systems.
- Deployment of functional equipment master registers to support SAP maintenance and work order processing module.
- Delivered the new state-of-the-art Heavy Commercial Vehicle Workshop.
- Delivered the design and construction of a state-of-the-art training center facility.
- The renovation of factory changing rooms for both gents and ladies to improve capacity.
- Oil Store improvement project.
- Gym and staff center construction to contribute to healthy lifestyle initiatives at Isuzu East Africa.
- Renovation of Light commercial service and field engineers' offices.
Mechanical Engineer
Autopax Limited
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Involved in project planning meetings to coordinate mechanical system designs, mitigate design conflicts, and coordinate delivery timelines.
- Communicated and implemented project requirements and areas for improvement in design reviews.
- Came up with cost-saving proposals on make-versus-buy analysis or alternative sourcing according.
- Informed clients of more energy-efficient solutions for old systems that meet project requirements for timelines and budgets.
- Established vehicle assembly contract with third-party and initiated the process for approval of CKD importation and assembly licensure.
- Ensured regular checking of vehicle condition in the showroom and storage facility.
- Developed a localization plan for Autopax electric mobility solutions.
- Assisted the operations with customer service, sales, and marketing.
- Project: Pioneered the team that was tasked with the introduction of electric vehicles to the product mix.
GSE Maintenance Intern
Kenya Airways
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Service, maintain, and repair Ground Handling equipment and facilities for effective service delivery cost-effectively.
- Assess defects on GSE and facilities, perform root cause analysis, and take corrective measures.
- Identify and requisition materials for the task at hand to ensure the timely release and availability of GSE and other facilities for ground operations.
- Perform maintenance activities while conforming to documented safety procedures and policies, including reporting hazards, accidents, and incidents.
- Check & maintain the critical spare parts of equipment. Raise the PR for spare parts requirement.
Education
Other Academic Certificates - Value Chain Management Specialization
University of Illinois
05.2022
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical and Production Engineering
Moi University
08.2021
Secondary Education - undefined
Mang'u High School
11.2014
Primary Education -
Kavuko Primary School
12.2010
Skills
Teamwork and collaboration
undefinedCertification
Graduate Engineer Member- EBK
References
- Josphat, Maina, Facilities and Projects Supervisor, josphat.maina@isuzu.co.ke, +254 729 170224, Isuzu East Africa, P.E, MIEK
- Kibibi, Mkumba, Operations Manager, kibibi.mkumba@gmail.com, +254 722 405 868, Autopax Limited, Ms.
- Raphael, Chege, Production in Charge, chegeraph@gmail.com, +254721815594, General Plastics, Mr.
- Konga, Kali, GSE Team Leader, joseph.konga@kenya-airways.com, +254 720 294 159, Kenya Airways, Mr.
Interests
Reading, Writing, Swimming
AREAS OF INTEREST
- Green Energy.
- CAD/CAM.
- TQM, TPM, 5s, and Kaizen
Software
Autodesk Inventor
Autodesk AutoCAD
Excell
Tableau
Autodesk Revit
Timeline
Process Engineer
Isuzu East Africa
06.2024 - Current
Facilities and Projects Management Assistant
Isuzu East Africa
04.2022 - 04.2024
Mechanical Engineer
Autopax Limited
11.2021 - 03.2022
GSE Maintenance Intern
Kenya Airways
06.2021 - 11.2021
Secondary Education - undefined
Mang'u High School
Other Academic Certificates - Value Chain Management Specialization
University of Illinois
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical and Production Engineering
Moi University
Primary Education -
Kavuko Primary School