Emmanuel R. Foko
About Emmanuel R. Foko
Emmanuel R. Foko is a Continuous Improvement Manager with extensive experience in the food industry, focusing on systems performance management and unit operations optimization. He has held various roles at Chobani and General Mills, and possesses a strong background in quality engineering, production planning, and supply chain management.
Current Role as Continuous Improvement Manager
Emmanuel R. Foko currently holds the position of Continuous Improvement Manager at Chobani, a role he has occupied since 2016. Based in the Syracuse, New York Area, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and optimizing systems performance within the organization. His responsibilities include implementing strategies that drive continuous improvement across various processes in the food manufacturing sector.
Previous Experience at Chobani
Emmanuel R. Foko has a significant history with Chobani, where he worked in multiple roles. He served as Production Planning Manager from 2012 to 2014 and as Operations Excellence Leader from 2014 to 2016. In these positions, he contributed to production scheduling, quality assurance, and operational excellence, helping to streamline processes and improve overall productivity.
Experience at General Mills
Prior to his tenure at Chobani, Emmanuel R. Foko worked at General Mills from 2007 to 2012. His roles included Operations Team Leading, Logistics, and Quality Engineering Assignments. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in supply chain management and quality control within the food operations sector.
Educational Background in Food Science and Agribusiness
Emmanuel R. Foko's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology from the University of Maiduguri, completed between 1997 and 2002. He furthered his studies at Kansas State University, where he earned a Master's degree in Agribusiness from 2006 to 2008. This academic foundation supports his expertise in food safety protocols, including HACCP and GMP.
Expertise in Food Manufacturing and Logistics
Emmanuel R. Foko specializes in food manufacturing process design and logistics, with a focus on material handling and systems performance management. His extensive experience in production planning, quality engineering, and supply chain management within the food industry positions him as a knowledgeable professional in optimizing unit operations.