Solomon Minda

Engineering and Maintenance Manager

Accomplished Mechanical Engineer and Engineering Management professional with over 10 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing and industrial operations. Specialized in PET preform injection, HDPE blow molding, industrial chillers, air compressors, and automated biscuit production lines. Recognized for enforcing strict safety standards and regulatory compliance, minimizing operational risks, and driving efficiency through ISO 9001:2015 frameworks, Kaizen methodologies, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) monitoring. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams, optimize plant performance, and ensure maximum equipment uptime in fast-paced industrial environments.

[email protected] +244 958 126 899 Luanda, Angola
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Work Experience
Mechanical Engineer
Dejen Aviation Industry
Oct 2014 — Jun 2015Bishoftu, Ethiopia
  • Supported aviation maintenance and operations with mechanical engineering expertise
Mechanical Engineer
Fincha Sugar Factory
Jun 2015 — Oct 2016Welega Finchaa, Ethiopia
  • Provided mechanical engineering support, improving plant reliability and efficiency
Technical Department Head / Shift Leader
Berber petrochemical Industry
Oct 2016 — Sep 2022Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Progressed from Shift Leader to Department Head over six years
  • Spearheaded technical initiatives, preventive maintenance, and safety compliance
Factory Head – Plastics Division
Tsehay Paints and Plastic Industry
Sep 2022 — Apr 2023Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Optimized production processes and workforce performance in plastics manufacturing
Technical Department Head
Roha Pack
May 2023 — Feb 2024Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Managed technical department functions, ensuring quality control and operational efficiency
  • Conducted ISO 9001:2015 and Kaizen training programs for staff
Technical Department Manager
ASMEN Wire Processing Plant
Feb 2024 — Sep 2025Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Directed engineering and maintenance operations with a team of 40 professionals
  • Designed, fabricated, and installed a rail-based cart system for coiled wire transport
  • Led the design and installation of a lubricant powder production machine
  • Oversaw installation of a 5-ton overhead crane
  • Implemented preventive maintenance plans and monitored OEE performance
  • Delivered employee training on ISO 9001:2015 and Kaizen methodologies
Mechanical Engineer
GABR and FILLOHS Comercio Industria
Sep 2025 — PresentCurrentLuanda, Angola
  • Installed, tested, and commissioned PET bottle blowing and HDPE blow molding machines
  • Developed preventive maintenance schedules and company-wide maintenance strategies
  • Ensured operational reliability and compliance with safety standards
Skills
Engineering Management & Operations: Strategic planning, department leadership, maintenance scheduling, and project management.Technical Expertise: PET preform injection, HDPE blow molding, industrial machinery installation, and maintenance management.Efficiency & Quality Standards: ISO 9001:2015 compliance, Kaizen implementation, and OEE optimization.Compliance & Safety: Enforcing safety legislation and cultivating safe working practices to minimize risks.
Education
Master of Arts, Project Management
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Languages
Portuguese
Intermediate
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