vaidehi patel
Blair Athol,Australia
Summary
Proven leader in production management, adept at fostering continuous improvement and quality control at George Weston Foods. Skilled in coaching and mentoring a diverse team, achieving significant enhancements in production efficiency and staff development. Expertise in health and safety compliance, underpinned by strong problem-solving abilities, ensures operational excellence and team collaboration.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
George Weston Foods
Adelaide, SA
04.2018 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Managed team of Number production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment for efficient problemsolving.
- Created an inclusive work culture that encouraged collaboration and open communication among staff members at all levels within the organization.
- Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular audits and risk assessments.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss progress and address any issues, promoting open communication.
- Managed daily production schedules to meet challenging deadlines, adjusting workflows as necessary.
- Developed training programs for new hires, ensuring quick adaptation to production process.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
Production Worker
George Weston Foods
Adelaide, SA
12.2011 - 04.2018
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Met or exceeded daily production targets consistently through efficient task execution and effective time management skills.
- Assisted in training new employees on production processes, ensuring a seamless integration into the team.
- Ensured accurate product labeling, reducing instances of customer dissatisfaction due to mismarked items.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment issues, quickly resolving problems to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.
- Optimized material usage to minimize waste, contributing to cost reduction efforts.
- Adapted quickly to changes in production schedules, ensuring flexibility in operations.
- Supported new staff, facilitating quicker adaptation to production environment.
- Facilitated training for junior production workers, improving overall team skill levels.
- Improved product quality with meticulous quality control checks.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment, adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
Education
Food Science And Technology - Foods, Nutrition, And Wellness Studies
TAFE SA - Adelaide College of The Arts
Adelaide, SA12.2011
Bachelor Of Science - Chemistry
Gujarat University
Ahmedabad 05.1998
Skills
- Quality Control
- Continuous Improvement
- Production Management
- Training and mentoring
- Health and safety compliance
- Staff Management
- Staff Development
- Process Documentation
- Data Analytics
- Problem-Solving
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Computer Skills
- Coordinating Daily Operations
Languages
Hindi
Full Professional
Gujarati
Full Professional
Timeline
Production Supervisor
George Weston Foods
04.2018 - Current
Production Worker
George Weston Foods
12.2011 - 04.2018
Food Science And Technology - Foods, Nutrition, And Wellness Studies
TAFE SA - Adelaide College of The Arts
Bachelor Of Science - Chemistry
Gujarat University