Temitope Yakubu
Leeds,UK
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with over a decade of experience in high-volume manufacturing, recognised for delivering breakthrough results through Integrated Work System (IWS) deployment and continuous improvement leadership. Proven track record in driving OEE gains, waste reduction, and reliability improvements by embedding Lean methodologies, building frontline capability, and fostering ownership at all levels. Skilled at leading cross-functional teams in safety, quality, and delivery excellence, while coaching employees to problem-solve, eliminate losses, and sustain performance improvements. MSc in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (Distinction), with strong analytical, planning, and leadership skills to support Business's mission of operational excellence. Committed to creating a culture where safety, accountability, and collaboration drive both people and business growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Estate and Facility officer (Maintenance)
King's College London
London
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted daily property inspections and maintenance checks, recording all relevant findings.
- Performed maintenance repairs on request, ensuring timely solutions.
- Logged jobs and scheduled work for maintenance team efficiently.
- Prioritized tasks based on resources and importance, ensuring optimal efficiency.
- Implemented preventive maintenance strategies to reduce breakdowns.
- Coordinated with departments for seamless maintenance activities.
- Oversaw compliance documentation to meet industry standards.
- Updated records regularly to track assets accurately.
Team Lead – Manufacturing Operations
British American Tobacco
Ibadan, Nigeria
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Championed IWS deployment across five production lines, embedding Loss Elimination and Autonomous Maintenance pillars to deliver 17% year-on-year OEE improvement.
- Led 57 technicians and operators, building frontline capability in problem solving, root cause analysis, and ownership of equipment.
- Facilitated Daily Direction Setting (DDS) and structured QCDM reviews, ensuring clear performance visibility and rapid issue escalation.
- Strengthened Preventive Maintenance pillar by collaborating with engineering teams, driving improvements in MTBF and reducing unplanned stoppages.
- Acted as first escalation point for performance, safety, and quality incidents, leading thorough root cause investigations and ensuring corrective actions were sustained.
- Coordinated new product and material trials, aligning cross-functional teams to ensure successful launches without compromising safety or delivery.
- Fostered culture of safety-first and continuous improvement, resulting in consistent delivery of KPI targets in safety, quality, cost, and morale.
Manufacturing Technician
International Tobacco Company PLC
Ilorin, Nigeria
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Supported IWS and Lean practices on shop floor, conducting structured downtime analysis and delivering corrective actions that improved OEE by 20%.
- Drove loss elimination through proactive equipment care, reducing unplanned downtime by 30% and improving line reliability.
- Coached operators on Autonomous Maintenance fundamentals, building technical competence and increasing team ownership of equipment.
- Ensured 100% compliance with EHS standards, embedding safe work practices and achieving zero lost-time incidents.
- Partnered with engineering to implement small group activities and Kaizen improvements, delivering measurable productivity and cost savings.
Education
MSc - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, UK 01.2023 - 09.2024
B.Eng - Mechanical Engineering
University of Benin
Benin, Nigeria 03.2003 - 11.2008
SSCE - STEM
Victory College
Ikare Akoko, Nigeria 09.1997 - 09.2003
Skills
- Leadership & Team Development
- Safety & Compliance (EHS)
- Lean Tools (SIC, QCDM, RCA, 5 Whys, Fishbone)
- KPI Delivery (OEE, MTBF, Quality, Waste)
- Production Planning & Scheduling
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
- SAP & MS Office
- Compliance oversight
- Asset management
- Preventive maintenance
- Continuous improvement
Websites
Certification
- Root Cause Analysis, LinkedIn, 01/01/23
- Operational Excellence Foundation, BAT, 01/01/23
- Advanced Mechanical Training, BAT, 01/01/17
- COREN, Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria, 01/01/16
- MNSE, Member, Nigerian Society of Engineers, 01/01/16
- Business Communications, Hertfordshire Business School, 01/01/23
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Estate and Facility officer (Maintenance)
King's College London
02.2023 - Current
MSc - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
University of Hertfordshire
01.2023 - 09.2024
Team Lead – Manufacturing Operations
British American Tobacco
01.2017 - 01.2023
Manufacturing Technician
International Tobacco Company PLC
01.2011 - 01.2017
B.Eng - Mechanical Engineering
University of Benin
03.2003 - 11.2008
SSCE - STEM
Victory College
09.1997 - 09.2003