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CHARITH MIHIRANGA

Salisbury,SA

Summary

Results driven production and operations professional with over 5 years of experience in apparel manufacturing at MAS Holdings, one of South Asia’s largest apparel solution providers. Proven success in leading teams, improving efficiency and driving operational excellence in high-volume, fast paced manufacturing environments. Skilled in lean manufacturing, work measurement, and production supervision, with a strong track record of measurable achievements. Recognized for delivering cost-effective, quality-focused outcomes while maintaining strong team engagement and process discipline. Now seeking to apply these capabilities in a production supervisor role within a growth-focused Australian manufacturing company.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Executive - Production & Operation Support

MAS Linea Aqua (Pvt) Ltd.
, Sri Lanka
04.2023 - 02.2025
  • Supervised a team of over 120 production staff to achieve daily output, quality, and safety targets in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Managed daily production planning and resource allocation to ensure optimal labor utilization and on-time delivery (DIFOT).
  • Successfully reduced feeding changeover bucket loss by 15% through the implementation of QCO (Quick Change Over) processes and team retraining.
  • Improved line productivity and efficiency by 12% using work measurement techniques and method study tools to eliminate non-value-added activities.
  • Achieved a 2% improvement in SMV by introducing workplace layout improvements and simplifying operator methods.
  • Conducted root cause analysis for production delays and quality issues using 5Y, A3, and 8 Steps, ensuring timely resolution and implementation of preventive actions.
  • Played a lead role in onboarding, training, and mentoring new operators and line leaders, fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Identified and resolved production bottlenecks using Yamzumi and line balancing. Minimizing downtime and increasing efficiency.
  • Developed and maintained training documentation, SOPs, and audit records for compliance and staff development.
  • Facilitated cross-functional coordination between planning, quality, and engineering teams to drive continuous improvement.

Executive - Industrial Engineer

MAS Linea Aqua (Pvt) Ltd.
, Sri Lanka
06.2019 - 03.2023
  • Conducted time and motion studies to eliminate inefficiencies and improve output.
  • Working in partnership with the Automation and Innovations team to improve manufacturing processes, resulting in cost, lead time, and quality improvements.
  • Planning and scheduling production to ensure timely delivery, and resource optimization.
  • Implementing Lean methodologies to enhance operational performance and minimize waste.

Education

Advanced Diploma - Industrial Engineering

Sri Lanka Institute of Textile & Apparel
01.2020

Advanced Level Examination -

Ministry of Education
Sri Lanka
01.2016

Ordinary Level Examination -

Ministry of Education
Sri Lanka
01.2013

Skills

  • Production Supervision & Line Balancing
  • Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma (Yellow Belt Certified)
  • Process Optimization & Waste Reduction
  • Team Leadership & Staff Development
  • Work Measurement & Method Study
  • Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Actions
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Labor & Machinery Utilization
  • Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
  • Team Collaboration & Communication

Certification

Lean yellow-belt - MAS Twinery

GSD licensed practitioner - GSD Cooperation Ltd

Visa

Full Time Work Rights 

PERSONAL INFORMATION

DOB - 01/05/1998

Nationality - Sri Lankan

Marital Status - Married

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Executive - Production & Operation Support

MAS Linea Aqua (Pvt) Ltd.
04.2023 - 02.2025

Executive - Industrial Engineer

MAS Linea Aqua (Pvt) Ltd.
06.2019 - 03.2023

Advanced Diploma - Industrial Engineering

Sri Lanka Institute of Textile & Apparel

Advanced Level Examination -

Ministry of Education

Ordinary Level Examination -

Ministry of Education

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