LAKHWINDERJIT SINGH
Summary
Results-driven Plant Manager with over 8 years of leadership in manufacturing operations and as a key member of the Senior Management team. Proven expertise in optimizing production processes, implementing cost-effective strategies, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and maximizing operational efficiency. Adept at resource planning, inventory management, and workflow optimization to consistently meet and exceed production goals. Committed to fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and high performance while delivering measurable improvements in productivity, profitability, and operational excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Manager
Embassy Ingredients Ltd
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Directed daily operations across Production, Maintenance, Logistics, and Sanitation, ensuring adherence to quality standards and achieving the highest BRCGS audit ratings for four consecutive years
- Effectively managed a team of 70 employees, prioritizing safety, comprehensive training programs, and performance optimization
- Chaired the Joint Health and Safety Committee, spearheading significant safety and compliance improvements throughout the facility
- Achieved a 50% reduction in Cost per Kg and a 30% decrease in operational expenses through strategic cost-saving initiatives and process optimization
- Enhanced production output efficiently by 120%, successfully overseeing the installation of two new production lines and driving productivity gains
- Maintained full compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations, achieving a flawless record of zero violations while consistently meeting or exceeding key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Evaluate long-term production forecasts to identify potential capacity or material or logistic challenges, implementing proactive solutions to mitigate risks
- Analyze demand and supply bottlenecks, proposing capacity improvements or alternatives to address constraints and meet production and operation goals
Production Manager
Embassy Ingredients Ltd
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Conduct daily reviews of material requirements planning (MRP) to ensure accurate creation and timely release of production jobs
- Provide leadership and direction for all production scheduling activities, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and optimal resource utilization
- Maintain and validate the integrity of paperwork & data entry processes to ensure accurate and actionable information across operations
- Prepare comprehensive reports on scheduling activities, including monthly analyses of schedules, variances, and actionable insights for management
- Oversaw inventory management and conducted detailed inventory audits to maintain accuracy and operational integrity
- Compile, analyze, and maintain detailed progress reports to monitor production schedules and performance against targets
- Spearheaded the development of the Sanitation and Maintenance teams; given as extra duties
Production Supervisor
Embassy Ingredients Ltd
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Spearheaded the growth of the production team from three members to a fully staffed unit, effectively addressing increasing operational demands and ensuring seamless departmental functionality
- Evaluate work orders, production schedules and other reports to understand production requirements and improve output accuracy
- Defined, implemented, and maintained stringent production quality standards, ensuring all processes met organizational objectives and adhered to industry regulations
- Conducted comprehensive performance assessments and coaching to drive team productivity and professional growth
- Oversaw daily production schedules, optimizing resource allocation to ensure on-time delivery of production targets and alignment with organizational priorities
Production Supervisor
Bonn Food Industries
08.2014 - 12.2017
- Oversee daily operations to ensure efficient, high-quality, and timely production of bakery items while adhering to safety and sanitation standards
- Lead and mentor team members, providing training to enhance skills, performance, and productivity in a positive work environment
- Regularly check products for consistency, quality, and compliance with company standards
- Track stock levels, conduct regular inventory checks, and order supplies to ensure uninterrupted production and minimize waste
Education
Masters Certificate in Lean Black Belt - Lean principles, Six Sigma techniques
Schulich School of Business - York University
North York12.2023
Post Graduate - International Business Management
Lambton College
Mississauga, ON01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Economics & History Hons.
SCD Government College
Ludhiana, Punjab04.2017
Skills
- Budget management
- Team building and development
- Regulatory compliance
- Project management
- Joint Health & Safety Committee
- Inventory Management
- Cost reduction & Negotiation strategies
- Logistics coordination
- Operations management
- Root-cause analysis
- Continuous improvement
- Production line management
- Environmental compliance
- Performance improvements
- Strategic planning
- Supply chain management
- Manufacturing management
- Workflow optimization
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Training skills
- Lean manufacturing processes
- Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Staff management
- Production scheduling
- Health and safety compliance
- OSHA compliance
- KPI tracking
- ISO standards
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- TDG Certificate for Ground and Air
- BRCGS Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Plant Manager
Embassy Ingredients Ltd
02.2023 - 08.2024
Production Manager
Embassy Ingredients Ltd
01.2021 - 02.2023
Production Supervisor
Embassy Ingredients Ltd
02.2020 - 12.2020
Production Supervisor
Bonn Food Industries
08.2014 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Economics & History Hons.
SCD Government College
Masters Certificate in Lean Black Belt - Lean principles, Six Sigma techniques
Schulich School of Business - York University
Post Graduate - International Business Management
Lambton College
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