Bharath Krishnan
Auckland
Summary
A highly motivated and results-driven food industry professional with proven expertise in operations & project management, food safety & quality, team leadership, and process optimization. With a strong track record in managing complex tasks, improving efficiency, and fostering collaboration, I excel in dynamic environments that require adaptability and strategic problem-solving. Dedicated in driving operational excellence, supporting teams, and contributing to the organization's overall success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Sanitation & Process Lead
Kerry Ingredients & Flavours
10.2023 - Current
- Deploying Kerry Sanitation Standards at the manufacturing site in liaison with the Regional Sanitation Team and implementing those standards within the site in conjunction with the site cross-functional team.
- Building relationships with cross-functional teams to integrate robust hygiene practices into plant operations.
- Led cost-saving initiatives through optimizing sanitation processes, reducing resource wastage, and improving operational efficiency without compromising hygiene and safety standards.
- Led cross-functional team to address sanitation issues, ensuring operational excellence and meeting compliance targets.
- Developing and validating SSOPs deployed at process lines, developing a sanitation training program, and executing it at the site.
- Conducting facility sanitation assessments assists with risk-based gap prioritization and supports corrective action to enable compliance with the Kerry Global Standard.
- Developing Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) for the manufacturing facility and training cross-functional teams.
- Assess the site for compliance with corporate hygienic design, food safety and HSE standards.
- Conduct Microbiological and Allergen Cleaning and sanitation Validations for manual cleaning methods, clean-in-place (CIP), Assisted Cleaning Systems (ACS), and clean-out-of-place (COP).
- Report sanitation KPIs and implement plans to meet Sanitation and Food Safety targets.
Food Safety and Quality Team Leader
The Kraft Heinz Company
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Led Quality Assurance team in a way consistent with Kraft Heinz Leadership model.
- Ensured that site succeeded in third-party audits, such as Kraft Heinz Internal Governance Programs, and compliance with regulatory requirements locally and in export markets.
- Driven performance through defined Quality KPIs and embedding Quality into everyday work.
- Driven Food Safety and Quality (FSQ) Systems continuous improvements and projects on-site to reduce customer complaints, improve processes, eliminate waste, and implemented latest methods and quality equipment for smooth operations.
- Supported Food Safety and Quality initiatives through CAPEX project identification- implementation and validation of equipment to protect brands site produces.
- Improved production efficiency & quality of the Food Safety and Quality Division and the site.
- Implemented and assessed Risk Management Programs (KHMS—Kraft Heinz Management System) in technical areas of food safety and quality across site and other business units.
- Ensured smooth running of scheduled quality monthly meetings with cross-functional support and ensured that reporting of KPIs was completed in full and on time.
Food Safety and Quality Technician
The Kraft Heinz Company
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Provided operations support to incorporate quality management system (QMS) into processes.
- Finished products and trial product testing to ensure food products meet specifications and standards.
- Conducted effective investigations and outcomes of quality incidents and internal and external complaints.
- Mentored and coached operations teams to ensure implementation of consistent regulatory compliance and quality system framework.
- Managed pathways for new products or revised specifications and labels, maintained product specification and label change database.
- Executed Agile STAGE Gate process professionally and ensured that accountable people completed timely actions.
- Engaged in internal and external compliance audits as well as QRMP.
Food Safety and Quality Technologist
Haritha Foods
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Tested products throughout production process to determine performance characteristics and dimensions.
- Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.
- Reduced downtime for critical systems through proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
- Conducted comprehensive system analysis to identify areas for improvement, leading to more streamlined operations and reduced costs.
- Performed internal and external audits to ensure food safety within factory.
- Development of quality improvement programs for raw materials, end products, and hygiene on production floor.
- Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to customer complaints.
- Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
Education
Level-8 Postgraduate Diploma in Science - Food Sciences And Technology
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, New Zealand07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Food Technology And Processing
University of Calicut
Kerala, India04.2018
Skills
- Level-3 HACCP in Food Manufacturing (RQF)
- Project Management and Process Optimisation
- Continuous improvement
- Thermal Processing (C-Temp, Wonderware)
- Production and Quality Management
- Key Performance Indicator Tracking
- Process Automation Knowledge
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Citrix & ERP
- Implementing Lean Six Sigma Principles
- RMP, GMP, GHP, 5S & TQM
- SAP & Intelex
- Team Leadership
- Time Management & Multitasking Abilities
- Complex Problem-Solving & Analysis
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Effective & Excellent Communication skills
Accomplishments
- Recognised by Kraft Heinz senior operations management for the implementation of an automated Wonderware Historian Client trend verification system using Microsoft Excel integration.
- Implemented Edible pouch 2D PX code barcode scanning integrated with SCADA system for automatic retort program selection to prevent food safety issues.
- Received KH (Kraft Heinz) Employee award (We Dare to Do Better Every Day) by FSQ management (We Dare to Do Better Every day) for improving the FSMS process, reducing customer complaints and eliminating operational wastes through multiple FSQ capital projects.
- Received KH (Kraft Heinz) Employee award (We Dare to Do Better Every Day) by Chief Supply Chain & Operational Manager for improving CMA cost, eliminating operational wastes NSP’s ($250K Savings) through CAPEX projects.
- Received “Inspiring People Awards” for leading cost-saving initiatives as Hygiene Lead, resulting in over $400K NZD in savings through optimizing sanitation processes, reducing resource wastage, and improving operational efficiency without compromising hygiene and safety standards.
Certification
- Level-3 HACCP in Food Manufacturing RQF from HABC Highfield Qualifications, UK.
- Supervisor of Low Acid Canned Foods (LACF) Thermal Processing Systems from Massey University.
- ISO22000:2018 (Food Safety Management Systems) Internal Auditor from IICT, India.
Timeline
Site Sanitation & Process Lead
Kerry Ingredients & Flavours
10.2023 - Current
Food Safety and Quality Team Leader
The Kraft Heinz Company
09.2021 - 10.2023
Food Safety and Quality Technician
The Kraft Heinz Company
09.2020 - 09.2021
Food Safety and Quality Technologist
Haritha Foods
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Level-3 HACCP in Food Manufacturing RQF from HABC Highfield Qualifications, UK.
- Supervisor of Low Acid Canned Foods (LACF) Thermal Processing Systems from Massey University.
- ISO22000:2018 (Food Safety Management Systems) Internal Auditor from IICT, India.
Level-8 Postgraduate Diploma in Science - Food Sciences And Technology
Auckland University of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Food Technology And Processing
University of Calicut
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