Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Nilooke Subasinghe

Adelaide,SA

Summary

Production Manager with extensive experience at Hela Clothing, recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining a 100% quality hit rate. Expertise in process management and team leadership, resulting in significant reductions in absenteeism. Proficient in troubleshooting and optimizing production output to consistently meet high-demand targets.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Embroidery Machine Operator

Sports center
woodville, South Australia
08.2023 - Current
  • Operated embroidery machines to produce custom designs for team uniforms.
  • Set up machines with appropriate threads and materials for different projects.
  • Monitored machine performance to ensure consistent quality during production runs.
  • Maintained equipment by performing routine cleaning and minor repairs as needed.
  • Collaborated with design team to interpret artwork and create accurate samples.
  • Managed inventory of threads, fabrics, and supplies to support production needs.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting operational issues to minimize downtime during shifts.
  • Set up and operated embroidery machines to produce quality products.
  • Adjusted machine settings according to fabric type, size of design, number of colors used, and other specifications.
  • Monitored machine operation to detect problems such as defective stitching, breaks in thread, or machine malfunctions.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating the machinery.

Manager oparations

Hela Clothing
Mawathagama, Sri Lanka
06.2019 - 07.2023
  • Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
  • Implemented process improvements, resulting in an increase in operational efficiency.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
  • Conducted performance reviews for team members.
  • Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback and coaching for team development.
  • Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.

Production Manager

Hela intimates (PVT) Limited
Mawathagama, Sri Lanka
03.2016 - 06.2019
  • Oversaw 400 machine operators across 30 production modules to optimize efficiency.
  • Managed daily production activities to ensure timely product delivery.
  • Oversaw equipment maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
  • Trained and mentored staff in operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain product standards.
  • Coordinated with supply chain to ensure material availability for production runs.
  • Monitored daily and hourly targets to address operational challenges promptly.
  • Achieved monthly budgeted plans while maintaining high efficiency levels.
  • Ensured on-time delivery, 100% order completion, and accurate reconciliations.
  • Maintained a 100% quality hit rate through rigorous standards.
  • Controlled absenteeism rates below 4% to maximize productivity.
  • Upheld health and safety standards in compliance with factory regulations.
  • Reviewed Key Performance Indicators for all executives and assistants weekly and monthly.

Production Manager

Jinadasa Foundation garments Pvt. Ltd
Mawathagama, Sri Lanka
02.2013 - 03.2016
  • Oversaw 500 machine operators across 40 production modules, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
  • Achieved monthly SAH plans and maintained targeted efficiency levels.
  • Executed delivery plans with on-time delivery and 100% order completion.
  • Planned and controlled production based on monthly targets and delivery timelines.
  • Monitored hourly and daily targets to address production challenges proactively.
  • Maintained a 100% quality hit rate across all manufacturing processes.
  • Kept absenteeism below four percent to ensure workforce availability.
  • Ensured WIP accuracy aligned with ERP system standards.

Assistant Production Manager

Courtaulds Clothing Pvt. Ltd
colombo, Sri Lanka
08.2010 - 01.2013
  • Oversaw 400 machine operators to achieve monthly SAH plans and efficiency targets.
  • Coordinated production schedules to ensure timely delivery and 100% order completion.
  • Monitored daily targets to drive performance and operational excellence.
  • Maintained absenteeism rates below 4% through effective workforce management.
  • Achieved a 100% quality hit rate by enforcing rigorous quality control measures.
  • Ensured WIP accuracy to support streamlined production processes.
  • Managed inventory levels to secure necessary supplies for seamless operations.
  • Coordinated production schedules to meet daily operational targets.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure adequate supply for production needs.

Senior Production Executive

Courtaulds Clothing Pvt. Ltd
01.2008 - 08.2010
  • Company Overview: Katuwellegama, Minuwangoda, Srilanka
  • Overlooked 300 machine operators.
  • Solving day technical issues daily to maintain a smooth production process.
  • Responsible for achieving monthly and daily SAH plan and efficiency level.
  • Responsible for Delivery plan, on time delivery, 100% order completion and reconciliations.
  • Monitoring the hourly targets.
  • Responsible for maintaining 100% quality hit rate.
  • Maintaining the absenteeism below 2%.
  • Katuwellegama, Minuwangoda, Srilanka

Production Executive

Courtaulds Clothing Pvt. Ltd
, Sri Lanka
01.2005 - 12.2008
  • Company Overview: Katuwellegama, Minuwangoda, Sri Lanka.
  • Overlooked 300 machine operators.
  • Solving daily technical issues to maintain a smooth production process.
  • Responsible for achieving the monthly and daily SAH plan and efficiency level.
  • Responsible for the delivery plan, on-time delivery, 100% order completion, and reconciliations.
  • Monitoring the hourly targets.
  • Managed daily production schedules for efficient workflow in garment manufacturing.
  • Oversaw quality control processes to ensure product standards were met.

Production Executive

Penguin Sportswear Pvt. Ltd
, Kandy
08.1999 - 02.2003
  • Company Overview: Thalawinna, Katugasthota, Kandy.
  • Overlooked 100 operators, with two production lines.
  • Responsible for monitoring and achieving daily targets.
  • Responsible for shipments.
  • Maintaining absenteeism below 4%.
  • Responsible for maintaining the required quality of products.
  • Solving technical issues daily to maintain a smooth production process.
  • Managed daily production schedules for efficient workflow in garment manufacturing.

Education

Diploma in industrial studies - Textile

Open University of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka
05-2009

Garment Production Management Course -

Clothing Industry Training Institute
Sri Lanka
01.1997

Skills

  • Technical proficiency
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Leadership development
  • HR management skills
  • Motivational techniques
  • Process management in production
  • Reducing absenteeism rates
  • Minimizing turnover rates
  • Performance assessment
  • Efficiency in operations
  • Problem resolution and troubleshooting
  • Oversight of production processes
  • Optimizing output levels
  • Planning for maintenance

Certification

  • Certificate in garment production management
  • Certificate on method of production management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Embroidery Machine Operator

Sports center
08.2023 - Current

Manager oparations

Hela Clothing
06.2019 - 07.2023

Production Manager

Hela intimates (PVT) Limited
03.2016 - 06.2019

Production Manager

Jinadasa Foundation garments Pvt. Ltd
02.2013 - 03.2016

Assistant Production Manager

Courtaulds Clothing Pvt. Ltd
08.2010 - 01.2013

Senior Production Executive

Courtaulds Clothing Pvt. Ltd
01.2008 - 08.2010

Production Executive

Courtaulds Clothing Pvt. Ltd
01.2005 - 12.2008

Production Executive

Penguin Sportswear Pvt. Ltd
08.1999 - 02.2003

Diploma in industrial studies - Textile

Open University of Sri Lanka

Garment Production Management Course -

Clothing Industry Training Institute

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