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Production Oversight
• Managing the planning and implementation of production schedules across bakeries, snack bars, plant-based products, pulses, and flour milling to ensure efficient operations and consistent production targets.
• Creating and analyzing shift, daily, weekly, and monthly reports to track key performance indicators and identify actionable insights that drive continuous improvement in production processes.
• Collaborating with the Quality Assurance team to ensure the effective execution of the Food Safety Management Program while emphasizing compliance with industry standards to safeguard product quality.
• Verifying that all finished products meet or exceed the company’s quality criteria before dispatch, which is crucial for maintaining customer satisfaction and upholding brand reputation.
Team Development
• Providing ongoing training and mentorship on company policies related to integrity, quality, hygiene, and safety to foster a culture of compliance and reinforce best practices among team members.
• Holding regular performance reviews to assess individual contributions and align personal goals with company expectations, effectively supporting employee development and addressing performance gaps.
• Guiding team leaders in building a culture of accountability and commitment to quality across all operations, which encourages ownership of tasks and promotes proactive problem-solving.
• Collaborating with team leaders to develop and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring that all staff are adequately trained and consistently adhere to these procedures for operational success.
Operational Management
• Managing shift plans to ensure fair rotations and cross-training opportunities while aligning staffing levels with operational needs, thereby enhancing employee satisfaction and productivity.
• Collaborating with the leadership team to effectively plan and manage operating budgets, maintaining strict adherence to SOPs and optimizing resource allocation for improved efficiency.
• Analyzing financial data, production reports, and utility usage to identify trends and opportunities for profitability improvement, which informs strategic decision-making within the organization.
• Working closely with the leadership team to ensure that operational strategies align with overall business objectives, which is vital for driving sustainable growth and achieving long-term success.

Production Oversight
• Managed all production operations to ensure they were carried out in a cost-effective manner while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency throughout the organization.
• Oversaw internal operations to ensure conformity with the established food safety management system, adhering to ISO 22000:2005, ISO 22000:2018, and FSSC 22000 international standards.
• Examined financial data, mass balancing reports, and utility usage data to identify trends and improve profitability, while setting and managing budgets and forecasts.
Team Development
• Led the recruitment, training, and supervision of staff teams to ensure they were equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform effectively in their roles.
• Helped cultivate a company culture that encouraged top performance and high morale, which contributed to employee engagement and overall job satisfaction.
• Facilitated effective communication between employees and the management team, ensuring that staff were informed and engaged in organizational objectives and initiatives.
Quality Assurance and Compliance
• Developed and monitored quality control performance and production KPIs, applying QA metrics to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency across all processes.
• Collaborated with directors to establish company-wide environmental management programs, ensuring adherence to annual regulatory Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) audit requirements.
• Maintained compliance with relevant regulatory and statutory requirements, including food handlers' certificates and licenses issued by county and national governments, as well as establishing occupational health and safety programs.
Key Achievements
• September 2023: Successfully developed and launched a new product tailored specifically for hoteliers and eateries, enhancing service offerings and customer satisfaction while expanding our market presence.
• September 2023: Achieved KEBS STANDARDS product certification, ensuring our products met the highest quality and safety benchmarks, which strengthened our credibility in the market.
• February 2024: Improved production yields significantly, increasing the average from 68% to 98% through targeted process improvements and effective communication among teams, ultimately boosting overall efficiency.
• March 2024: Implemented emergency preparedness and response plans, allowing the organization to effectively prepare for flooding risks in Nairobi, Kenya, during mid-2024, ensuring the safety of operations and personnel.

Quality Assurance Oversight
• Oversaw the organization’s internal and external operations to ensure quality adherence from raw material acquisition to finished product transportation, maintaining high standards throughout the supply chain.
• Ensured conformity to the established food safety management system by monitoring internal operations in accordance with ISO 22000:2005, ISO 22000:2018, and FSSC 22000 international standards.
• Led the development, implementation, and continual improvement of quality assurance systems to meet the needs of stakeholders and comply with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Environmental and Safety Management
• Collaborated with administration to establish company-wide environmental management programs while ensuring adherence to Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and audit requirements.
• Developed and implemented occupational health and safety programs in compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring all operations met operational health and safety regulations.
• Monitored compliance with statutory and legal requirements by liaising with external agencies, including county government licenses and food handlers' certificates, to maintain operational integrity.
Operational Efficiency and Customer Satisfaction
• Scheduled and conducted internal audits against ISO and FSSC 22000 standards, ensuring adherence to food safety, cleaning, and sanitation standards.
• Conducted supplier audits and appraisals in collaboration with the procurement team, ensuring that quality input materials were consistently sourced and utilized.
• Addressed customer-related complaints and notifications, as well as responses from third-party auditors and regulatory bodies, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance with established business policies.
Key Achievements
• May 2023: Successfully developed a new wheat-free product to meet evolving customer needs, enhancing our product range and market appeal.
• May 2023: Completed a successful ISO 22000:2018 surveillance audit, reaffirming our commitment to food safety and quality standards.
• March 2023: Successfully completed a customer audit for Farmers' Choice Ltd, strengthening our relationship with this key client.
• May 2022: Attained recertification for ISO 22000:2018, demonstrating our ongoing compliance with international food safety standards.
• March 2022: Conducted a successful customer audit that resulted in retaining a major client, reinforcing our reputation for quality and service.
• February 2022: Achieved a two-year valid Halal certification (KBHC), expanding our market access and customer base.
• September 2021: Carried out a successful customer audit that contributed to customer retention in a competitive market, highlighting our commitment to quality.
• March 2021: Successfully defended a customer audit, which led to a subsequent 5-ton weekly purchase increase by Farmers' Choice Ltd, enhancing our sales volume.
• March 2021: Attained both ISO 22000 recertification and ISO 22000:2018 certification, ensuring our compliance with the latest food safety standards.
• January 2021: Successfully achieved Halal recertification, reaffirming our commitment to meeting diverse customer requirements.
• September 2020: Conducted a successful customer audit, resulting in a 10-ton weekly purchase increase by Farmers' Choice Ltd, demonstrating our strong client relationships.
• February 2020: Attained ISO 22000:2005 certification, marking a significant milestone in our commitment to food safety and quality management.

• Conducted product analyses, coordinated bakery operations, maintained cleanliness, participated in audits, collected quality data, and performed outgoing inspections, achieving Halal recertification in January 2020 and passing a Kenchic Ltd. audit in September 2019.