Donatus Ogbonnaya Njoku
Mount Maunganui New Zealand,BOP
Summary
Dynamic Technical Mill Manager with over 10 years of engineering expertise, specializing in process design and project management. Proven success in leading cross-functional teams to improve production efficiency and develop training programs that enhance team performance and safety awareness.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Manager
Champion Flour Milling Company
Mount Maunganui, BOP
06.2026 - Current
- Managed a team of engineers in the design, development, implementation and maintenance of computer systems.
- Supervised implementation project that enhanced system productivity through targeted improvements.
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance milling operations and production efficiency.
- Coordinated project timelines and allocated resources for new facility upgrades.
- Analyzed production data to pinpoint process improvement opportunities and inform cost reduction strategies.
- Performed capacity planning activities to optimize resource utilization.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline workflow and resolve issues.
- Provided technical support for hardware, software and networking issues.
- Developed training programs for staff to improve technical skills and safety awareness.
- Conducted training sessions for staff to enhance their knowledge of new technologies and processes. on new technologies or processes related to IT operations.
- Prioritized and resolved backlogs to alleviate burden on product owners.
- Provided mentoring, training, and leadership for all IT department members.
- Reviewed information from projects and suggested improvements gleaned from this analysis.
- Liaised with clientele to ascertain project requirements and communicated with appropriate personnel to handle project planning and scheduling.
- Coordinated tasks with business and technology units to keep deliveries and milestones on schedule.
- Reviewed and evaluated outsourcing proposals, delivering cost/benefit analysis to guide decision-making.
- Compiled data and turned it into in-depth, easy-to-understand spreadsheets and reports for review by management team.
- Designed and delivered presentations that outlined actionable technical improvements for resource optimization. detailing actionable technical improvements to maximize resources.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations and industry standards within the facility.
- Implemented maintenance schedules for equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted regular reviews of user accounts and privileges to maintain security standards.
- Conducted regular reviews of user accounts and privileges to maintain security standards.
Manufacturing Engineer
Flour Mills of Nigeria PLC
Apapa, Lagos
09.2014 - 06.2026
- Analyzed production processes and machine specifications to ensure optimal performance.
- Optimize facility layouts, production lines, machine operations and network performance
- Design and install equipment
- Organized and managed manufacturing workflows and resources to streamline operations
- Integrate disparate systems (e.g. equipment handling, transport)
- Find ways to reduce costs and maximize quality
- Evaluate manufacturing processes against quality criteria, enhancing efficiency and speed
- Resolve issues and delays in production
- Collaborate with other engineers, contractors and suppliers
- Ensured compliance with safety and environmental regulations in manufacturing procedures
- Develop systems of work, procedures and promote best working practices within all production operations.
- Implement Good manufacturing practices. ISO Quality Management System Food Safety and HSE standards.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
BELLS UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Otta, Ogun State Nigeria09-2022
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC ILARO
Ilaro, Ogun state Nigeria12-2015
Ordinary National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
AKANU IBIAM FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC
Unwana Afikpo, Nigeria07-2012
NECO -
FOLK TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Ikwo, Ebonyi State Nigeria01-2006
Skills
- Manufacturing operations
- Process improvement
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- Resource optimization
- Team leadership
- Training mentoring
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
Personal Skills And Competence
A team player with good organizational and communication skills, team building attributes and excellent leadership and managerial skills., Ability to work with minimum or no supervision and manage own time., Excellent oral and written communication skills., Very strong analytical and conceptual ability., Ability to coordinate and manage teams., Result oriented, highly focused and dedicated to duty., Knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods and tool design., Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and quality assurance techniques., Commitment to health and safety standards and environmental regulations., Well-versed in relevant software (e.g. CAD, MS Office), Project management skills., Problem-solving ability., Teamwork skills., Ability to occasionally work late shifts., Reading., Playing football., Meeting people.
Mobile Numbers
- +640223745298
- +2348063727751
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/16/90
- Nationality: Nigerian
Courses Trainings Certifications
- Vocational Training Scheme in Mechanical Engineering, Dangote Academy, 06/01/13
- National Association of British and Irish Millers (Intermediate Certificate), 07/01/15
- National Association of British and Irish Millers (Advanced Certificate), 07/01/16
- Award in Health and Safety at Work, British International Safety Organization, 02/01/17
- Risk Assessment Practical Application, British International Safety Organization, 02/01/17
- Award in Environmental Awareness, British International Safety Organization, 02/01/17
- Basic First AID/CPR, British International Safety Organization, 02/01/17
- Fire safety Risk Assessment, Department of Petroleum Resources, 02/01/17
Personality
A hardworking professional with a solid technical background and valuable engineering experience of 10+ years. I have engineered various projects, providing process designs and solution as well as implementing them to startup with quality delivery, within deadlines and budget. Exceptional in attending to details and quality of work. A dynamic team player with good interpersonal relationship, communication skill and problem-solving mindset.
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Technical Manager
Champion Flour Milling Company
06.2026 - Current
Manufacturing Engineer
Flour Mills of Nigeria PLC
09.2014 - 06.2026
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
BELLS UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC ILARO
Ordinary National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
AKANU IBIAM FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC
NECO -
FOLK TECHNICAL COLLEGE