Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Work Preference
Awards
Timeline
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Sanjeewa Leelarathna Welikandage
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Sanjeewa Leelarathna Welikandage

Manufacturing and Supply chain
Wollongong,NSW

Summary

Manufacturing and supply chain professional with 17 years of experience in the food processing and beverage industry. Proven track record in food manufacturing, plant maintenance, warehousing, logistics, and quality assurance. Skilled in ERP systems (SAP) and various technical applications, with strong leadership and analytical capabilities. Committed to driving organizational success through innovative solutions and effective team collaboration.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification

Work History

Production Worker

Cromford Pipe Holdinge Pty Ltd
Moss vale, NSW
08.2026 - Current

Supporting manufacturing operations by operating production machinery, conducting quality checks, following safety procedures, and maintaining production efficiency while ensuring compliance with workplace quality and safety standards.

Stock Taker

RGIS Australia
Wollongong, NSW
05.2026 - Current

conducting stock counts, checking for discrepancies, updating inventory records, assisting with stock control processes, and maintaining organized storage areas.

Senior Manager- Production & Supply Chain

Domino's Pizza - Jubilant FoodWorks Lanka Ltd.
, Sri Lanka
01.2021 - 05.2025
  • Leads factory production and supply chain operations, overseeing comprehensive management of production processes, quality assurance, maintenance, procurement, inventory, and logistics for the central manufacturing unit and 50 restaurants, demonstrating expertise in large-scale operational management.

Plant Manager

PepsiCo - Varun Beverages Lanka Pty Ltd.
, Sri Lanka
09.2016 - 01.2021
  • Streamlined global manufacturing operations, leading to marked enhancements in productivity and quality.
    Reduced workplace incidents by 75% through promotion of continuous improvement and safety culture.
    Developed and executed training programs and safety protocols to refine manufacturing processes.

Production Manager

PepsiCo - Varun Beverages Lanka Pty Ltd.
, Sri Lanka
11.2013 - 08.2016
  • Managed comprehensive production and operational activities for beverage bottling plants, including carbonated drinks and juices, and water
    Established efficient planning processes that enhanced overall productivity.
    Progressed to Plant Manager and Deputy General Manager roles through demonstrated leadership capabilities.
    Showcased expertise in manufacturing operations with a focus on continuous improvement.

Shift Manager

CBL Foods International (Pvt) Ltd.
, Sri Lanka
03.2007 - 11.2013
  • Led production processes for biscuit plants, significantly improving both operational efficiency and quality.
    Optimized large production floor operations while managing a diverse team.
    Facilitated 20% growth in production output through efficient line management.
    Drove 15% decrease in operational costs via lean manufacturing methodologies.

Production Officer

Noorani Estates Limited.
, Sri Lanka
08.2006 - 03.2007

Internship

Ceylon Organic Agriculture (Pvt) Ltd.
, Sri Lanka
01.2006 - 05.2006

Production Supervisor

Naturub Exports Int’l (Pvt) Ltd.
, Sri Lanka
03.2001 - 11.2001

Education

B.Sc. - Food Science & Technology

University of Wayamba
Sri Lanka

Postgraduate Diploma - Manufacturing Management

University of Colombo
Sri Lanka

Diploma - Computer Hardware Engineering with Networking

Turnkey Computer Systems (Pvt.) Ltd.

Skills

  • Production management
  • Quality assurance
  • Plant maintenance
  • Warehousing and logistics management
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Process improvement
  • Workplace safety and Team leadership
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Cost reduction
  • Continuous improvement

Certification

  • Certification in ISO, Food Safety, HACCP, and Global Food Standards | Sri Lanka Standards Institution and PepsiCo
  • Certification in Human Resources Management | Institute of Personnel Management, Sri Lanka.
  • Food Technology Training in Bakery, Confectionery | Cathy Rich Memorial Food Processing Centre.
  • Certification in Import and Export | The Corporate Campus, Sri Lanka.
  • TPM and Lean Transformation | Jasteca Institute of Management, Sri Lanka.
  • Lean Six Sigma for Warehousing and Supply Chain Management | RH Training and Development
  • Six Sigma Green Belt |International Institute of Business Analysis | LinkedIn
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (Reading) | Gravitec Genesys, India

References

To be provided upon request.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Awards

Annual Kaizen Award - CBL | Bronze Award for food safety - PepsiCo | Gold/Silver Award for business goals achievement - Domino’s | Chairman Award 2025 for exemplary contribution towards emerging international business - Domino’s

Timeline

Production Worker

Cromford Pipe Holdinge Pty Ltd
08.2026 - Current

Stock Taker

RGIS Australia
05.2026 - Current

Senior Manager- Production & Supply Chain

Domino's Pizza - Jubilant FoodWorks Lanka Ltd.
01.2021 - 05.2025

Plant Manager

PepsiCo - Varun Beverages Lanka Pty Ltd.
09.2016 - 01.2021

Production Manager

PepsiCo - Varun Beverages Lanka Pty Ltd.
11.2013 - 08.2016

Shift Manager

CBL Foods International (Pvt) Ltd.
03.2007 - 11.2013

Production Officer

Noorani Estates Limited.
08.2006 - 03.2007

Internship

Ceylon Organic Agriculture (Pvt) Ltd.
01.2006 - 05.2006

Production Supervisor

Naturub Exports Int’l (Pvt) Ltd.
03.2001 - 11.2001

B.Sc. - Food Science & Technology

University of Wayamba

Postgraduate Diploma - Manufacturing Management

University of Colombo

Diploma - Computer Hardware Engineering with Networking

Turnkey Computer Systems (Pvt.) Ltd.
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