Ebenezer Marfo
Worcester
Summary
Accomplished Material Planner with expertise in MRP systems and inventory control. Proven track record in optimizing material flow and enhancing production efficiency through lean principles. Strong decision-making and team collaboration skills, driving continuous improvement and reducing excess inventory by 15%. Adept at supporting management with insightful reports and proactive solutions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Planner
Columbia Tech
01.2022 - Current
- Develop material requirement plans to optimize inventory levels and ensure timely availability.
- Analyze demand forecasts to adjust purchasing strategies, reducing excess inventory risks.
- Maintain accurate records in MRP systems, ensuring data integrity for planning activities.
- Create detailed reports on material planning activities to support management decision-making, highlighting key trends and areas of concern.
- Monitor material availability and proactively address potential shortages to increase production efficiency.
- Champion the adoption of lean principles within the material planning function, leading to increased efficiency through process standardization and elimination of waste.
Production Planner
STERIS Technologies
04.2020 - 01.2022
- Developed production schedules to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Coordinated inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
- Supported new product introductions by collaborating with engineering and quality teams during prototype/FAI development stages.
- Monitored production timelines, addressing delays and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Managed materials planning using ERP systems to support production goals effectively.
- Improved safety standards, conducting regular audits and implementing new safety protocols.
Production Planner
Karl Storz Endovision Inc.
09.2015 - 04.2020
- Planned production task and reviewed monthly production schedules with higher management for approval.
- Coordinated workflow to improve operating efficiency, led department teams, and assigned material needs throughout the production floor to maintain proper levels of production and maximized throughput.
- Monitored and reported performance metrics such as on-time job completion, WIP aging, and material shortages to production manager and purchasing to ensure POs are placed in a timely fashion.
- Ensured all manufacturing assemblers are responsible and accountable to maintain manufacturing and site standards which include FDA and ISO standards.
- Collaborated with engineering team to refine product designs for manufacturability, enhancing production efficiency.
Material Handler
Karl Storz Endovision Inc.
06.2010 - 09.2015
- Coordinated material flow between departments, ensuring timely availability of resources for production needs.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control in order to accurately track product levels.
- Received incoming materials and packaged components that needed to be inventoried, labeled, and kitted.
- Implemented best practices for storage organization, enhancing accessibility and reducing retrieval times.
- Demonstrated proficiency in multi-functional work process: receiving, order fulfillment, packing, and shipping of orders.
Education
Operations Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Worcester State University
Worcester, MA05-2015
Skills
- Bill of materials (BOM) analysis
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Inventory control
- Detail-oriented
- Task prioritization
- Continuous improvement
- Problem-solving aptitude
- MRP systems proficiency
- Time management
- Excellent communication
Accomplishments
- Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Project, Visio), SAP, ETQ, Empower
Timeline
Material Planner
Columbia Tech
01.2022 - Current
Production Planner
STERIS Technologies
04.2020 - 01.2022
Production Planner
Karl Storz Endovision Inc.
09.2015 - 04.2020
Material Handler
Karl Storz Endovision Inc.
06.2010 - 09.2015
Operations Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Worcester State University
Similar Profiles
Devin HallDevin Hall
Electromechanical Technician at Columbia TechElectromechanical Technician at Columbia Tech
Jorge ColonJorge Colon
Senior Production Supervisor at Columbia TechSenior Production Supervisor at Columbia Tech
Scott RondeauScott Rondeau
Assembly Technician at Columbia TechAssembly Technician at Columbia Tech
Grace SpareyGrace Sparey
Field operator at AGRIIField operator at AGRII
MELLISA ROCHELLE WILLIAMSMELLISA ROCHELLE WILLIAMS
Accounts Controller at MediclinicAccounts Controller at Mediclinic