James Akana
Auckland,Region
Summary
Competent Plant Operator with success in accurately preserving excellent operations in a steelplant for quality. Accomplished in carefully monitoring day-to-day facility operations, recording accurate data, and maintaining welding, grinding, and gas cutting equipment. Focused on safety when completing preventive maintenance, performing repairs and adjusting settings. My time in AUT provided basic training in multiple CAD software including BIM, Revit and mainly SolidWorks. This was done throughout the completion of multiple tests and assignments required to complete the papers. Also with my years of experience in Steltech Structural has made me adept in the use of CAD software and developing solutions for increasing productivity through a strong understanding of the final product and in all aspects of daily operation. Lastly I am a highly motivated individual in seeking new knowledge to help me along my ambitions in the engineering industry.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Planner
Steltech
Auckland - Manukau, Auckland
05.2022 - Current
- Provided guidance and expertise relating to the use of CAD tools and systems to the wider Steltech team
- Creation of work packages suitable for issue to Steltech operations teams to complete customer orders
- Support the overview and successful outcome of manufacturing Steltech products on time and in spec within the agreed period
- Interpret customer drawings and enter into Steltech business systems
- Understand and advise on standards relevant to Steltech manufacturing operations
Plant Operator
IMG Engineering And Steltech Structural
Auckland, Region
01.2018 - 04.2025
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Handled preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain proper equipment safety and functionality.
- Developed deep understanding of regulatory requirements concerning quality, reporting standards, emergency notifications, permit renewals and inspections.
- Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
- Operated overhead gantry cranes
- Regular use of MIG welders
- Sub-Arc welding training
- Vast overall knowledge of the fabrication of Structural Steel I-Beams
Education
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Building Engineering
Auckland University of Technology
12.2021
High School Diploma -
Papatoetoe High School
12.2016
Skills
- Calibrating instruments
- Safety Procedures
- Recordkeeping
- Problem-solving
- MIG Welding
- Excellent hand-eye coordination
- Overhead Gantry crane usage
- Structural Steel I-Beam fabrication
- Critical Decision-Making
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Quality Control
- Operation Monitoring
- Quality Assurance
- Production Reporting
- Adept in Microsoft Office
- Using CAD software
- Customer relationship management
Timeline
Production Planner
Steltech
05.2022 - Current
Plant Operator
IMG Engineering And Steltech Structural
01.2018 - 04.2025
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Building Engineering
Auckland University of Technology
High School Diploma -
Papatoetoe High School
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