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Amandeep Kaur Karra

Takanini,New Zealand

Summary

With a bachelor's degree in Food Science and Technology, 11 years of management experience in the FMCG industry at Epicurean Dairy Co. Ltd. Career has progressed from temporary staff to Production Operator, Shift Supervisor, and ultimately Factory Coordinator/Front Line Manager. Currently, Oversee three critical departments - Production, Packing, and Boxing - and lead a team of 35 individuals, including 3 supervisors and 3 team leaders. Expertise lies in production planning, staff management, quality control, SOP updates, and adherence to health and safety protocols. Throughout the career, Consistently driven continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining operational excellence. Highly organized professional with proven track record in coordinating complex tasks and ensuring seamless operations. Adept at managing schedules, resources, and stakeholders to achieve project goals effectively. Renowned for fostering teamwork and adapting to dynamic environments, making significant contributions to organizational success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Factory Coordinator/Front Line Manager

Epicurean Dairy Co. Ltd.
10.2016 - 10.2024
  • Managed the team of 35 people and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
  • Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
  • Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
  • Enhanced workplace safety, implementing strict protocols and conducting regular inspections to minimize accidents.
  • Increased employee awareness on food safety practices by conducting regular training sessions and workshops.

Production Shift Supervisor

Epicurean Dairy Co. Ltd.
03.2014 - 10.2016
  • Runs the Production department of the factory
  • Staff management of people for production area which incorporates rosters, breaks, hiring, manage disciplinary meeting
  • Train and Mentor Production Staff on best practices, Safety protocols, and efficient use of equipment
  • Run weekly production meeting
  • Achieving weekly KPI targets
  • Develop and Implement Production schedules to meet company targets and customer demands
  • Enforce strict adherence to health, safety and food safety regulations, ensuring a safe working environment
  • Oversee production and ensure all products are made in compliance with the RMP program
  • Improve and implement new procedures
  • Work closely with other departments such as Quality Assurance, Procurement and Logistics, to align production goals with overall business objectives
  • Managed team of 8 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.

Process Worker

Epicurean Dairy Co. Ltd.
11.2013 - 03.2014

Milk Collection and Preparation: Collect raw milk, conduct quality checks, and prepare it for yoghurt production

  • Operate pasteurization equipment to heat milk, ensuring it meets safety standards
  • Culture Addition: Add bacterial cultures to pasteurized milk to initiate a fermentation process
  • Fermentation Monitoring: Monitor fermentation process to ensure proper texture, flavour, and consistency of yoghurt.
  • Blending: Mix in Flavors, fruits, or sweeteners as required, ensuring uniform distribution throughout the yoghurt
  • Packaging: Fill, seal, and label yoghurt containers, ensuring products meet packaging and quality standards
  • Quality Control: Conduct regular quality checks on the yoghurt for taste, texture, and safety, reporting any issues
  • Sanitation and Cleaning: Clean and sanitize equipment, containers, and work areas to maintain high hygiene standards
  • Temperature Control: Ensure proper storage of raw materials, yoghurt, and cultures at required temperatures
  • Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of production batches, quality tests, and equipment maintenance
  • Safety Compliance: Adhere to all health, safety, and food safety regulations during the yoghurt production process
  • Team Collaboration: Work with other team members to ensure efficient and smooth yoghurt production operations
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, resulting in a safer environment for all employees.

Education

Bachelor - Food Science Technology

Guru Nanak Dev University
Amritsar, Punjab
04.2011

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Team management
  • Production planning
  • Project coordination
  • Time management
  • Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Production software
  • Inventory management (SAP)
  • Quality control
  • Health and safety
  • Problem-solving skills

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 35 staff members.
  • Achieved Target Labour cost through effectively helping with continuous monitoring and switching from three recruitment to one.
  • Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of Kefir cooling time reduction.
  • Documented and resolved time sheets issue which led to save 20%of the daily time.
  • Achieved efficiency by completing production plan fix with accuracy and efficiency.

Personal Information

Title: Factory Coordinator

Certification

  • Workplace first aid refresher A+First Aid 21st April,2020
  • Certificate of Chemical Safety and Awareness.
  • Essential of Food Safety Training course covering personal hygiene, food contamination, good manufacturing practices and HACCP Overview.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Factory Coordinator/Front Line Manager

Epicurean Dairy Co. Ltd.
10.2016 - 10.2024

Production Shift Supervisor

Epicurean Dairy Co. Ltd.
03.2014 - 10.2016

Process Worker

Epicurean Dairy Co. Ltd.
11.2013 - 03.2014
  • Workplace first aid refresher A+First Aid 21st April,2020
  • Certificate of Chemical Safety and Awareness.
  • Essential of Food Safety Training course covering personal hygiene, food contamination, good manufacturing practices and HACCP Overview.

Bachelor - Food Science Technology

Guru Nanak Dev University
Amandeep Kaur Karra