Skyla Chu
Richmond,BC
Summary
Highly motivated and results-oriented Production Planner with 9 years of proven experience in optimizing production schedules, managing inventory levels, and ensuring timely order fulfillment within fast-paced manufacturing environments. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, and Purchasing, to achieve strategic objectives and drive continuous improvement. Expertise in utilizing ERP systems, advanced Excel techniques, and data analysis to streamline workflows, minimize delays, and maximize production efficiency. Specialized experience in protein processing operations, with a strong understanding of industry-specific requirements and standards.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Planner/Scheduler
Lush Cosmetics
08.2012 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive production plans that consistently met or exceeded customer demand while optimizing resource utilization and minimizing costs
- Collaborated with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to generate accurate demand forecasts and align production schedules with seasonal trends and customer needs
- Managed inventory levels across multiple product lines, ensuring optimal stock levels to meet customer orders while minimizing carrying costs and obsolescence
- Utilized ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics AX) to track production progress, monitor inventory levels, and generate reports to support data-driven decision-making
- Proactively identified and resolved production bottlenecks and supply chain disruptions, minimizing downtime and ensuring on-time delivery of customer orders
- Led cross-functional teams in implementing process improvements that resulted in increased production efficiency, reduced lead times, and improved inventory accuracy
- Conducted regular data analysis to identify trends, optimize production schedules, and support strategic planning initiatives
- Prior experience with Centralized Kitchens in Taiwan
- Production waste 30% through production process management.
Restaurant Manager
Cafri / Chef's Waffle
03.2010 - 11.2011
- Managed daily operations to ensure high efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
- Oversaw inventory management processes to minimize waste and maintain optimal stock levels for seamless operation.
Education
No Degree - CPIM I / Supply Chain
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, None05-2020
College diploma - Hospitality Management
Trend College
Vancouver, BC05.1995
Business Administration - Accounting
Chung-Yu Institute of Technology
Keelong, Taiwan01.1992
Skills
- Adept in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Dynamics AX
- Manufacturing procedures
- Inventory maintenance
- Training and coaching
- Production scheduling
- Data analysis
- Production and processing
- Workflow optimization
- Preparing reports
- Capacity planning
- Raw materials
- Team collaborations
- Teamwork
- Just-in-time production
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with a team of 40 in the development of Standard Operation Processing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop a production plan and tracker spreadsheets.
- Resolved production capacity issues by coordinating with multiple production rooms.
- Achieved new product launch through effectively helping with production capacity plan.
Additional Information
Data Analysis Course progressing., CPIM I course trained with BCIT, certificated progressing.
Languages
Mandarin
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: British Columbia
Timeline
Production Planner/Scheduler
Lush Cosmetics
08.2012 - Current
Restaurant Manager
Cafri / Chef's Waffle
03.2010 - 11.2011
No Degree - CPIM I / Supply Chain
British Columbia Institute of Technology
College diploma - Hospitality Management
Trend College
Business Administration - Accounting
Chung-Yu Institute of Technology
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