Experienced Feed HOD and strategic operations leader with over 15 years of hands-on experience in optimizing feed production, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving business growth. Proven track record of developing and implementing business strategies, enhancing operational efficiency, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve maximum productivity and quality standards. Possess a comprehensive understanding of industry regulations, safety protocols (GMP, ISO, OSHA), and cost-effective production methodologies. Adept at financial planning, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure long-term business sustainability. Dedicated to innovation, employee development, and delivering exceptional results in the feed industry.
Appointed as Technical Consultant to assess and evaluate an existing partially completed feed mill project and provide recommendations for successful completion and operation.
Conducted a comprehensive technical review of plant design, equipment installation, utilities, process flow, and operational readiness.
Identified technical gaps, operational risks, and project deficiencies, and developed corrective action plans to support project completion.
Advised management on feed mill design optimization, equipment suitability, production capacity, and process efficiency based on extensive feed manufacturing experience.
Supported project planning, commissioning preparation, and operational startup activities to ensure a smooth transition to commercial production.
Provided strategic and technical guidance for establishing operational systems, maintenance programs, quality standards, and workforce requirements.
Collaborated with project stakeholders, suppliers, and contractors to accelerate project completion and achieve operational objectives.
Originated and presented the business concept for establishing a new drinking water production facility, which was subsequently approved and adopted by the project owner.
Led the project development process from concept to commercial operation, supporting all phases including planning, design review, equipment selection, procurement, installation, commissioning, and startup.
Identified, evaluated, and selected the manufacturing supplier for the complete production line through technical and commercial assessment.
Led technical and commercial negotiations with equipment manufacturers, defining plant specifications, performance requirements, project scope, and financial terms.
Conducted factory acceptance visits and verification tests at the manufacturer's facility to ensure compliance with technical specifications and quality requirements before shipment.
Coordinated commissioning, performance testing, and operational readiness activities to achieve successful plant startup.
Successfully delivered the project as a fully operational drinking water production plant, with products now established and recognized in the local market.
Initiated the role by rehabilitating an idle feed plant from scratch, overseeing the entire process of revamping infrastructure, restoring equipment, and reestablishing operations.
Led a cross-functional team of 50+ employees, fostering a high-performance culture and improving productivity by 25%.
Developed and executed long-term operational and financial strategies, resulting in 30% cost reduction through process optimization.
Established policies and procedures to align with international quality and safety standards (GMP).
Negotiated and secured partnerships with key stakeholders, suppliers, and distributors, increasing market penetration by 20%.
Spearheaded the digital transformation of plant operations, implementing ERP and automation systems for enhanced efficiency.
Managed financial planning, budgeting, and cost-control initiatives, improving profit margins by 15%.
Designed and implemented efficiency strategies that enhanced production capacity while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
Established key performance metrics (KPIs) and critical control points (CCPs) to monitor plant performance, ensuring consistent quality.
Led operational training programs, reducing production errors by 20% and improving overall efficiency.
Monitoring the performance of all production staff during the shift, and ensure that the production records are properly filled, maintained, and well kept.
Capturing all data for production planning, product release.