Rahulraj Nair
Kitchener,Canada
Summary
A highly skilled and results-driven Plant Supervisor with over 4 years of experience in production management, team leadership, and process optimization, combined with a strong background in biotechnology. Proven ability to manage complex operations, ensure safety compliance, and implement strategies that enhance efficiency while meeting organizational objectives. Seeking a challenging role where my leadership skills, biotechnology experience, and commitment to continuous improvement can contribute to the growth and success of the company.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Supervisor
Dare Foods Limited
Kitchener, Canada
01.2021 - Current
- Lead and manage a production team across multiple lines, ensuring adherence to company policies related to Health & Safety, Environmental Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Food Safety & Quality, while setting a strong example for compliance and performance
- Optimize production line efficiency by collaborating with cross-functional departments, including Engineering, Maintenance, R&D, and Quality, to achieve departmental and organizational goals
- Drive Continuous Improvement in Cost, Quality, and Health & Safety
- Lead daily Production Meetings and coordinate shift-to-shift communication sessions
- Actively participate in JHSC meetings, including daily/weekly and monthly safety audits
- Serve as the primary contact for temporary staffing agencies, collaborating to assess workforce requirements and effectively staff shifts to meet operational needs
- Oversee and approve employee hours in the payroll system (Dayforce), manage vacation requests, and ensure compliance with company policies regarding time off
- Report daily activities through clear, concise production reports to both Production Manager and Maintenance Manager
- Develop and engage team members, through training and growth opportunities
- Collaborate with the People & Values team on employee relations matters, assisting with investigations and supporting the implementation of the company’s progressive coaching initiatives
- Participate in Quality Audits and coordinate the completion of outstanding action items
- Manage and reconcile maintenance work orders, ensuring tasks are carried out safely and efficiently.
- Managed a unionized workforce, ensuring collaboration, compliance with contracts, and effective conflict resolution.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required
Relief Technician
Dare Foods Limited
Kitchener, Canada
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Understand and drive line performance
- Work and assist other technician to ensure daily production goals are met
- Pro-actively anticipate issues on the production line and identify solution
- Attend daily production meeting and provide suggestion and feedback
- Participate in the preparation and managing of external audits
- Provide relief support to processing technician
Processing Technician
Dare Foods Limited
Kitchener, Canada
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Always adhere to safe working practice
- Kept operations in compliance with company, safety and legal requirements
- Conducting startup and finished product quality testing based on standard
- Monitor equipment for malfunction and defects
- Performing Lock Out and Tag out prior to cleaning/sanitizing
- Troubleshoot minor problem for eliminating potential threats to production
- Work with maintenance to develop permanent solution
- Assist in development of Standard Operating Procedure and One-point Lessons
- Maintained excellent attendance record
Bosch operator
Ippolito group
Burlington, Canada
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Set-up Bosch Machines, Turatti line, Chlorination System, Optical Sorters, Metal Detector, Palletizer, Tub Packer and Ishida Scales for daily operation
- Follow the set guidelines and SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) for daily startup and verification for each equipment unit
- Report any issues relating to Food Safety to the supervisor in timely manner
- Ensure that all products released from production meet quality and food safety requirements
Baker, Customer Service
Tim Hortons
Kitchener, Canada
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Prepare and bake products to company standards, ensuring quality, consistency, and freshness
- Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and customer areas, adhering to food safety and hygiene regulations
- Interact with customers in a professional manner, taking orders, processing payments, and resolving inquiries
- Collaborate with team members to meet production demands and deliver excellent customer service
Quality Control Officer
Arkray Healthcare Pvt. Ltd
, India
10.2016 - 08.2017
- Monitor Environmental Conditions: Overseeing the environmental areas and biosafety cabinets to ensure the sterility and viability of products
- Product Approval: Ensuring that manufactured products comply with quality standards, adhering to current Good Manufacturing Practices and WHO guidelines
- Monitoring Product Processing Protocols: Supervising and validating that manufacturing processes follow established protocols to ensure consistent product quality
- Documentation Management: Ensuring the maintenance and updating of records related to quality control activities to guarantee compliance and traceability
Pathologist
Sunshine Global Hospital
, India
03.2015 - 05.2015
- Conducting Laboratory Tests: Performing a variety of diagnostic tests on patient samples, such as blood, urine, and tissue, to detect abnormalities and assist in diagnosis
- Analyzing Results: Interpreting test results accurately and promptly, providing essential information for physicians to make informed treatment decisions
- Maintaining Equipment: Ensuring that laboratory instruments and equipment are properly calibrated, maintained, and functioning correctly
- Record Maintenance: Accurately documenting test results, patient information, and related data to ensure the integrity and completeness of medical records
- Compliance: Adhering to health and safety regulations, as well as hospital policies, to maintain a safe and efficient working environment
Education
Food Processing Technician -
Conestoga College School of Engineering and Information Technology
Bachelors - Biotechnology
Veer Narmad South Gujarat University
Gujarat, IndiaMasters - Biotechnology
Veer Narmad South Gujarat University
Gujarat, IndiaSkills
- Leadership
- Regulatory Knowledge
- Process Improvement
- Quality Control
- Project Management
- Technical Proficiency
- Data Analysis
- Continuous learning
- Attention to detail
- Effective Communication
- Leadership
- Teamwork
Certification
- Supervisor Health and Safety Awareness
- Supervisor Responsibilities and Due Diligence
- Workplace Violence and Harassment Awareness
- Safety Health and Law
- JHSC Certification Part 1
- JHSC Certification Part 2
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Insights From A Hacker: Social Engineering Red Flags
- AI Chatbots: Understanding Their Use, Risks, and Limitations in the Workplace
- 2024 KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training
- Holiday Cybersecurity World Passport Game
- Ransomware Foundations
- Phishing Your Inbox
Affiliations
- Mindfulness and Meditation
- Weightlifting
- Yoga
- Volleyball
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Dare Foods Limited
01.2021 - Current
Relief Technician
Dare Foods Limited
10.2020 - 01.2021
Processing Technician
Dare Foods Limited
01.2020 - 10.2020
Bosch operator
Ippolito group
06.2018 - 09.2018
Baker, Customer Service
Tim Hortons
10.2017 - 05.2018
Quality Control Officer
Arkray Healthcare Pvt. Ltd
10.2016 - 08.2017
Pathologist
Sunshine Global Hospital
03.2015 - 05.2015
Food Processing Technician -
Conestoga College School of Engineering and Information Technology
Bachelors - Biotechnology
Veer Narmad South Gujarat University
Masters - Biotechnology
Veer Narmad South Gujarat University
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