SARFO-NTOW NATHANIEL
Operations Engineer Applicant
***************@*****.*** • (233-**-***-****
PROFFESIONAL SUMMARY
I am dedicated to enhancing operational excellence, reducing operational costs and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork, I am eager to leverage my skills and experience to drive operational success in my work environment.
EDUCATION
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, College of Engineering, Kumasi, AR 10/2018 – 08/2023
Bachelor of Science in Petrochemical Engineering: 2nd Class honors
•Ghana Engineering Students Association Member
•National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)- KNUST-Chapter Member
•Association of Petrochemical Engineering Society (APCES) Member
SKILL SET
Interpersonal: Teamwork, Leadership, Flexibility, Social and Emotional Intelligence, Public Speaking, Teachability, Effective Communication.
Tools: MATLAB, Microsoft Office Suite, Autodesk Fusion 360.
Industry: Engineering System Design, Pollution Control, Petroleum Production Techniques, Refinery Methodologies, Research Design, Quality Control Techniques.
Laboratory: Chromatography, Titration, Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Manbah Gas Company Limited, Accra 11/2023-Present
National Service Personnel
•Supported the sales and distribution operations, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of petroleum products to clients.
•Conducted market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities, contributing to a 10% increase in market share.
•Assisted in maintaining accurate inventory records and managed stock levels, optimizing supply chain efficiency.
•Collaborated with the marketing team to develop and implement promotional strategies, enhancing brand visibility and customer engagement.
•Conducted sampling programs to analyze quality standards of products and chemical intermediate.
•Ensuring all employees especially those on the field adhere to Fire and Safety regulations.
•Enforcing monthly maintenance on tankers to prevent hazards.
GIHOC Distilleries Company Ltd, Industrial area, Accra 10-12/2022
Intern, Quality Control Engineer
•Maintained, monitored, and ensured the highest quality in services and products.
•Developed and initiated quality standards for tests, inspections, and evaluations.
•Troubleshot and resolved problems related to quality control aspects.
•Led, directed, and assisted technical and professional staff in measuring and testing products and services.
•Tabulated and documented data related to products, processes, materials, their qualities, and reliabilities.
•Utilized knowledge and skills in Main plant and Central Control Room to maintain efficient workflow.
•Oversaw and participated in the maintenance of distillation columns, compressors and other related equipment and troubleshooting operational issues.
Institute for Sustainable Energy and Environmental Solutions, Madina, Accra 11–12/2021 Intern
•Gained experience by responding to queries via phone and email.
•Conducted research on sustainable and clean energy forms.
PROJECTS
Undergraduate Capstone Project Thesis 10/2022– 09/2023
• Production of Methanol from Rice Husk through Gasification
CENG 291, Engineering in Society Coursework.
•Conducted research into the effects of used lubricants in my community and ways to recycle them to prevent
pollution.
LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEERING ACTIVITIES
Technical Volunteer, National Science and Maths Quiz, University of Ghana, Legon. 07/2020
• Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe for various contests held in a hall.
• Established and maintained relationships with fellow volunteers and organizational stakeholders to ensure a steady workflow of the events.
Class Representative, Petrochemical Engineering Class, KNUST 2019/2020-2020/2021
•Maintained knowledge of school policies and communicated information and rules to students.
•Connected regularly with students to collect information about experiences and problems.
•Relayed administrative information back to students for improved understanding and compliance with important policies.
Participant, The 21st Century Engineer Program, Department of Petrochemical Engineering, KNUST. 04/2019
•Provided proofreading services for capstone projects presented at seminar.
•Recommendations for prototype modelling and testing as solutions with significant impact