Caleb Thairu

• Deputized for production Manager during absence, managing control of all production & QA operations.
• Managed daily operations at the production and quality sections, optimising workflow, and enhancing efficiency.
• Analysed production data, providing reports to senior management on performance targets, and areas for improvement.
• Coordinated with multiple departments to streamline production processes, reducing downtime and costs.
• Supervised a team of over 40 staff, providing training and development to foster a skilled workforce.
• Managed compliance with health and safety regulations, prioritising the wellbeing of staff and adherence to legal standards.
• Identified operational improvements and presented ideas to Production Manager, increasing production capacity and efficiency.
• Collaborated with procurement to secure high-quality materials, negotiating favourable terms to control costs.
• Liaised with sales and marketing teams to align production capabilities with market demands.
• Monitored machinery maintenance schedules, reducing downtime and extending equipment lifespan.
• Facilitated communication between upper management and production floor, ensuring alignment with company objectives.

• Demonstrated strong organizational, Resourcefulness and time management skills while managing the two departments.(Quality and Production),
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.(Digisoft),
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
• Studied department operations to assist with development of new or improved methods of tooling and production processes.
• Orchestrated and maintained vibrant continuous improvement and lean manufacturing culture within factory.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Sourced materials to keep up with production goals also created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet the sales and marketing department demands.
• Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
• Delivered direct feedback,either through direct calls, timely reports to senior management regarding production status.
• Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
• Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
• Monitored team budgets to keep projects on task and avoid waste.

• Supervised and directed quality control personnel through effective mentoring, coaching and work delegation,
• Trained workers in the department on improved procedures designed to enhance quality and eliminate errors.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
• Updated quality control standards, methods, and procedures to meet compliance requirements.
• Ensure all raw milk quality parameters are checked before milk is received for processing.
• Online products sampling during all stages of production to ensure conformance.
• Ensured Inspection of quality of all incoming raw materials and packaging materials based on set standards and make reception or rejection while raising all the relevant documents,
• To ensure good manufacturing practices(GMP) through use of HACCP plan and other standards through trainings,inspections and monitoring activities,
• Investigate quality lapses and through root cause analysis and set corrective action and follow up,
• Execute the daily, weekly, monthly and annual production plans and schedules within quality confines
• Conduct both quality and food safety audits within the organization at planned intervals and ensure corrective actions are implemented in time.
• Ensuring efficiency in production activities for proper maximization and cost control measures though proper planning and keen use of SOPs.

• Spearheaded product and process quality initiatives with full compliance to regulatory bodies leading to increased customer satisfaction hence rapid growth of the brand name.
• Analyzed financial reports, assessed factory productivity and devised plans of action to build productive plant operations.
• Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
• Communicated factory operational needs, objectives and performance standards with senior management and earned full upper management support.
• Implemented policies and SOPs for continuous improvement.
• Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
• Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
• Enhanced processes by pinpointing bottlenecks and working with team-leaders to resolve.
• Managed staff hiring, training and supervision also Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.

• Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
• Analyzed test data to determine performance and reliability of materials.
• Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues and defects.
• Recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with production team to implement corrective actions.
• Inspected finished products for overall quality and adherence to KEBS and KDB specifications
• Developed quality assurance plans by conducting hazard analyses, identifying critical control points and establishing critical limits.(HACCPs)
• Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
• Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.

Assisted in the following roles:

• Operating and maintaining dairy processing equipments,
• Weighing and measuring ingredients according to production requirements,
• Monitoring and controlling processing parameters to ensure consistent product quality.
• Performing routine maintenance and cleaning of processing equipment (C.I.P and C.O.P)
• Following S.O.Ps and safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
• Conducting quality control checks
• Recording production data i.e Production volumes, ingredient usage etc
• Identifying and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and other production issues to minimize downtime and maintain production schedule.

• Milk reception and grading.
• Milk processing.
• Milk evaporation and drying.
• Milk powder packaging and storage.
• Engineering aspects of production.
• Finished products and materials stores.
• Quality control and assurance.