Frank Raduk
Production & Manufacturing Leader | Pharmaceutical Operations | GMP | Continuous Improvement
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Results-driven Production Supervisor with over 6 years of pharmaceutical manufacturing experience and a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology. Currently leading manufacturing operations at Haleon Kenya, managing 71 employees across 6 production lines. Experienced in GMP compliance, CAPA, workforce planning, payroll coordination, shift management, operational excellence and safety leadership.
Recognized for improving productivity by 20%, reducing downtime through optimized labour allocation, and achieving Zero Lost Time Accidents through the Zero Accident Programme (ZAP).
Experience
Production Supervisor - Haleon Kenya - Nairobi
(2022-04)
- Lead 71 production employees across 6 manufacturing lines.
- Ensure compliance with GMP, SOPs and quality standards.
- Coordinate production planning, shift rosters and labour allocation.
- Prepare payroll inputs and manage workforce attendance.
- Lead CAPA implementation and deviation investigations.
- Partner with QA, Engineering, Warehouse and Planning teams.
- Drive continuous improvement and production KPI reviews.
- Improved production productivity by 20% through workforce optimisation.
- Reduced production downtime through strategic labour allocation.
- Maintained Zero Lost Time Accidents by driving the Zero Accident Programme (ZAP).
- Supported successful internal and external GMP audits.
Production Supervisor - Kenya Wine Agency
(2021-10 - 2022-04)
- Monitored employee attendance records and enforced company policies regarding punctuality and absenteeism.
- Developed strategies for meeting customer demands within specified time frames while minimizing overhead costs.
- Analyzed data from reports in order to identify areas for improvement in terms of productivity, efficiency, and cost reduction.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles to optimize workflow processes while reducing costs associated with waste management.
- Led weekly meetings with production staff to discuss objectives and performance metrics.
- Resolved conflicts between personnel by utilizing effective communication skills and problem-solving techniques.
- Supervised a team of 20+ workers in the production process by providing guidance and feedback.
- Coordinated with quality assurance staff to inspect products for adherence to established standards.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols, operating procedures, and product specifications.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable safety regulations through regular audits of the work environment.
- Organized monthly training sessions for production staff in order to stay up-to-date on industry trends.
- Identified opportunities for process optimization based on current operations analysis results.
Quality Analyst - Kenya Breweries Ltd
(2018-12 - 2020-05)
- Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finished goods, or stability samples
- Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures including data capture forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms
- Identify quality problems and recommend solutions
- Investigate or report questionable test results
- Monitor testing procedures to ensure that all tests are performed according to established item specifications, standard test methods, or protocols
- Participate in out-of-specification and failure investigations and recommend corrective actions
- Perform validations or transfers of analytical methods in accordance with applicable policies or guidelines
- Write technical reports or documentation such as deviation reports, testing protocols, and trend analyses
- Write or revise standard quality control operating procedures
- Ensure that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained
- Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems
- Participate in internal assessments and audits as required
- Perform visual inspections of finished products
- Serve as a technical liaison between quality control and other departments, vendors, or contractors
- Train other analysts to perform laboratory procedures and assays.
Quality Control Officer - B.I.E.H
(2014-07 - 2018-04)
- Formulated and Effectively performed all laboratory test and sampling of wastewater
- Scientifically conducted wastewater treatment (biologically)
- Developed an effective system for Documentation and reporting of test results
- Wrote and reviewed all lab SOPs
- Highly commended on tracking microbes on different environments
- In charge of laboratory staff commended for efficient task assignments
- Isolation and identification of plate count microorganisms.
Microbiologist - University of Nairobi - Nairobi
(2010-08 - 2012-12)
- Evaluated quality control within laboratory using standard laboratory test and measurement controls, and maintained compliance with MOH, safety
- Investigate the relationship between organisms and disease including the control of epidemics and the effects of antibiotics on microorganisms
- Prepare technical reports and recommendations based upon research outcomes
- Supervise biological technologists and technicians and other scientists
- Provide laboratory services for health departments, for community environmental health programs and for physicians needing information for diagnosis and treatment
- Examine physiological, morphological, and cultural characteristics, using microscope, to identify and classify microorganisms in human, water, and food specimens
- Study growth, structure, development, and general characteristics of bacteria and other microorganisms to understand their relationship to human, plant, and animal health
- Isolate and maintain cultures of bacteria or other microorganisms in prescribed or developed media, controlling moisture, aeration, temperature, and nutrition
- Conduct chemical analyses of substances such as acids, alcohols, and enzymes
- Monitor and perform tests on water, food, and the environment to detect harmful microorganisms or to obtain information about sources of pollution, contamination, or infection.
Education
Masters - Public Health - Maseno University (2013-01)
BSc - Medical Microbiology - Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (2011-07)
Upper Hill School (2006-01)
