ISHRAAZ ALI
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
Manufacturing and production professional skilled in Leading Production teams and using lean manufacturing to reduce costs and increase process efficiency. Capable of matching workers to optimal positions, improving performance and maintaining compliance with company standards in high-volume production settings. Well-versed in training, equipping and motivating team members to optimism productivity and achieve organizational objectives. Production management professional knowledgeable about allocating resources, optimizing production and increasing output with hands-on and dedicated approach. Articulate and professional problem-solver with good relationship-building abilities. Proficient in planning and implementing innovative production strategies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work history
Production Manager
Anagenix Ltd
Auckland, New Zealand
03.2023 - Current
- Day to day control over production activities
- Including team leadership and organisation, quality and compliance management
- Performance management and KPI's for the team
- Recruiting and training staff
- Obtain and maintain operational compliance for the business requirements which includes Organic, Halal and Kosher certifications
- Coached employees in developing and achieving individual performance goals.
- Data Entry - Manufacturing Documentation
- Mentoring and upskilling operators to maximise operational uptime and optimise production cost
- Evaluated current production processes and made forward-thinking adjustments to improve output.
- Coordinated and controlled all production processes, ensuring products were delivered on time and within budget.
- Production Planning
- SOP development and review
- Driving process improvement plans through to implementation
- Manage compliance audits and external requirements with Quality Manager
- Monitor expenditure for the plant against budget, including investigation of unexpected variances
- Manufacturing reports
- Working alongside with the Purchase and Logistic Coordinator for all the receivables and dispatch
- Held team meetings to discuss product value and vision while allowing team members to give ideas and suggestions.
- Managed materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Working along with the Engineers for repairs, maintenance and improvements
- Coordinated closely with quality control regarding products awaiting dispositions.
- Established and adjusted work procedures to meet production schedules, delivering output to deadlines.
- Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates and inventory levels to determine product availability.
Manufacturing Team Leader
Anagenix
Auckland, New Zealand
08.2020 - 03.2023
- Supervise all aspects of manufacturing line
- Data Entry - Manufacturing Documentation
- Monitor process and timeframe for order
- Working alongside with the Purchase and Logistic Coordinator for all the receivables and dispatch
- Sample Testing (QA)
- Swab Testing (QA)
- Working along with the Engineers for repairs, maintenance and improvements
- Provided leadership and direction for employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency.
- Reduced personnel injuries through encouraging safe behaviour in workplace.
- Reported all accidents, near miss incidents and work-related ill health conditions to supervisor.
- Maintained up-to-date data, records and receipts for audits and reconciliation.
- Undertook regular performance reviews to identify areas for improvement.
Machine Operator
Vitaco Health
Auckland, New Zealand
12.2016 - 08.2020
- Working along the factory with all the Machines (Oil Production, Tea Production & Freeze Dry Production)
- Assembling and disassembling all the Machines
- Pre-Ops Checks
- Swabs for Cleanliness of the Machines
- Documentation and Data Entry in Navision
- Supervising the junior staffs
- Monitored machine function and performance, quickly diagnosing malfunctions to reduce operational downtime.
- Set appropriate machinery parameters to deliver exceptional quality standards across high-volume jobs.
- Produced QA samples and conducted quality testing.
- Calibrated machines regularly to maintain peak performance levels, improving operational efficiency.
- Set up and operated machine tools to produce precision parts within allotted timeframes.
- Assisted in installation, maintenance and repair of machinery.
- Recorded machine productivity and required repairs to maintain logs on database.
- Liaised with engineering team to resolve breakdowns.
- Controlled factory equipment to exceed daily production targets.
Demi Chef De Partie
LSG SkyChefs NZ
Auckland, New Zealand
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Production of desserts and plating of inflight meals - Production of Halal Meals for other Airlines such as Emirates
- Months, A-La-Carte - Pastry Kitchen - Buffet Kitchen - Cold Production
- Led team by example, remaining visible to demonstrate appropriate standards and assist in all operating procedures.s.
- Employed thorough understanding of menu content, recipes and food presentation guidelines to strictly uphold professional standards.
- Managed food usage by First-In, First-Out (FIFO) rules, avoiding unnecessary waste.
- Supervised and trained junior chefs cook assigned dishes.
Commis Chef
Pullman Auckland Hotel
Auckland, New Zealand
12.2015 - 06.2016
- Quality-checked items for quantity and presentation.
- Regularly rotated stock and helped to organize incoming deliveries of fresh produce, promoting best inventory management practices.
- Controlled and minimized food waste.
- Complied with food safety regulations.
- Regularly rotated stock and helped to organise incoming deliveries of fresh produce, promoting best inventory management practices.
- Met high standards of food hygiene and safety.
- Prepared and presented innovative dishes of exceptional quality and uniformity.
Commis Chef
Intercontinental Resort & Spa
Sigatoka, Fiji
04.2013 - 08.2015
- Prepared and presented innovative dishes of exceptional quality and uniformity.
- Carried out tasks assigned by Chef De Partie.
- Complied with food safety regulations.
- Maintained immaculately clean and tidy working areas in line with food hygiene legislation.
- Cooked and presented dished in line with standardised recipes.
- Periodically cleaned kitchen stations in line with sanitation regulations.
- Followed precise recipe cards and food preparation procedures.
Commis Chef
Shangri-La Fijian Resort
Sigatoka, Fiji
01.2010 - 04.2013
- Followed precise recipe cards and food preparation procedures.
- Supported senior chefs in preparing original daily menus, showcasing culinary abilities with seasonal produce.
- Stored foodstuffs and ingredients in established manner.
- Complied with food safety regulations.
- Quality-checked items for quantity and presentation.
- Carried out tasks assigned by Chef De Partie.
Education
Certificate in 6 Pillar Fundamentals Programme (Vitaco Health) - Year -
2019
National Trade Test Certificate Class II Qualified Tradesperson Level - Baking & Patisserie II -
Fiji National University (FNU
2014
National Trade Test Certificate Class III Assistant Tradesperson Level - Baking & Patisserie III -
Fiji National University
2013
Certificate III in Hospitality Commercial Worker - undefined
Australian Pacific Technical College (APTC
2009
Certificate in Baking & Pastry Stage I, II, III - Training Productivity Authority of Fiji (TPAF - undefined
2008
Secondary and Primary Education -
Cuvu college
/1996 - /2007
Skills
- Personal Skills
- Self-motivated
- People Management
- Disciplinary and grievance management
- Provides strong leadership
- Quality and risk assessment
- Safety management
- Manufacturing leadership
- Staff training and Development
- Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management
- Problem solving
- Reliable and Hard working
- MS Word
- MS Excel - Intermediate Level
- SAP
- Navision
- Track goal progress
Additional Information
Verbal references willingly supplied on request.
Timeline
Production Manager
Anagenix Ltd
03.2023 - Current
Manufacturing Team Leader
Anagenix
08.2020 - 03.2023
Machine Operator
Vitaco Health
12.2016 - 08.2020
Demi Chef De Partie
LSG SkyChefs NZ
06.2016 - 12.2016
Commis Chef
Pullman Auckland Hotel
12.2015 - 06.2016
Commis Chef
Intercontinental Resort & Spa
04.2013 - 08.2015
Commis Chef
Shangri-La Fijian Resort
01.2010 - 04.2013
Certificate in 6 Pillar Fundamentals Programme (Vitaco Health) - Year -
National Trade Test Certificate Class II Qualified Tradesperson Level - Baking & Patisserie II -
Fiji National University (FNU
National Trade Test Certificate Class III Assistant Tradesperson Level - Baking & Patisserie III -
Fiji National University
Certificate III in Hospitality Commercial Worker - undefined
Australian Pacific Technical College (APTC
Certificate in Baking & Pastry Stage I, II, III - Training Productivity Authority of Fiji (TPAF - undefined
Secondary and Primary Education -
Cuvu college
/1996 - /2007
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