Olumide Obafemi
About Olumide Obafemi
Olumide Obafemi is an Operational Efficiency Coordinator at Cascades in Kingsey Falls, Quebec, Canada, with extensive experience in operations management and engineering. He has previously held positions at Airtel and Airtel Cards Limited, and he holds degrees in Chemical Engineering and Business Administration.
Work at Cascades
Olumide Obafemi has been serving as the Operational Efficiency Coordinator at Cascades since 2016. In this role, he has led initiatives to establish Minimum Target Conditions for all equipment in the plant, which has enhanced operational efficiency. He has also coordinated the standardization of equipment operational procedures, contributing to improved process consistency. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Production Engineering Intern at Cascades for two months in 2016, where he played a key role in remodeling Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to boost operational efficiencies.
Previous Experience at Airtel
Before joining Cascades, Olumide Obafemi worked at Airtel from 2006 to 2011, serving as a Production Engineer and Supervisor for five years in New Delhi, India. Following this role, he worked at Airtel Cards Limited as a Production Manager from 2011 to 2014 for three years. His experience at Airtel provided him with a solid foundation in production management and operational oversight.
Education and Expertise
Olumide Obafemi holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Lagos, which he completed from 1992 to 1998. He further pursued a Master of Business Administration at the same university from 2000 to 2002. In 2016, he studied Operations Management at the University of Derby and also attended the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) for Design in the same year. His educational background equips him with a comprehensive understanding of both engineering and business management.
Lean Manufacturing and Operational Improvements
Throughout his career, Olumide Obafemi has implemented lean manufacturing techniques to successfully coordinate waste reduction initiatives. His efforts in remodeling Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) have significantly contributed to operational efficiencies in his roles. His focus on standardization and efficiency showcases his commitment to improving processes within the organizations he has worked for.