Assistant Manager Production at Monin Asia KL Sdn Bhd (2024-08 – Present)
Responsibility includes but not limited to:
- Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations, including production planning, manpower allocation, and line performance management to meet output, quality, and efficiency targets.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focusing on OEE, yield optimisation, downtime reduction, and process stability.
- Establish and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and production documentation systems (manual and digital) to ensure compliance, traceability, and standardisation.
- Manage equipment performance including maintenance coordination, calibration, and reliability improvement.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards (HACCP, ISO, FSSC 22000, Halal, Kosher), including audit readiness.
- Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting support to production teams to resolve process deviations and improve consistency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (QA, Engineering, Supply Chain) to drive operational efficiency and project execution.
- Represent production in management reviews, audits, and performance discussions
Sr Production Executive (Process Control & Improvement) at Golden Fresh Sdn Bhd (2022-08 – 2024-08)
Responsibility includes but not limited to:
- Led manufacturing operations for frozen seafood processing lines, including battered and breaded products, ensuring consistency in coating adhesion, frying performance, and final product quality
- Drove process optimisation initiatives focusing on yield improvement, line balancing, and reduction of unplanned downtime across high-volume production lines
- Conducted end-to-end process reviews across internal plants and co-manufacturers, strengthening hazard controls, process consistency, and operational efficiency
- Strengthened hygiene and sanitation systems in a high-risk environment, significantly reducing microbiological failures and improving audit outcomes
- Led food safety awareness programmes, resulting in a 10x reduction in internal non-conformances and consumer complaints
- Collaborated with QA and Engineering to improve freezing efficiency, product handling, and cold chain integrity
- Acted as Subject Matter Expert for X-ray inspection systems and appointed Radiation Protection Officer (AELB), ensuring compliance and operational reliability
- Represented production in customer audits, supplier audits, and regulatory inspections, ensuring alignment with BRCGS and international customer requirements
Career Break and Professional Development Studies (2022-05 – 2022-07)
During this career break, I chose to maximise my quality time with my family, as I haven't been able to do so since I went to Melbourne in 2015 to pursue my studies. I enjoyed the time I had with them. During this time too, I successfully attended Lean Six Sigma, ISO 22000:2018 and ISO 9001:2015 trainings to further develop my career growth.
Production Executive at Unigra Food Processing Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd (2022-01 – 2022-04)
Responsibility includes but not limited to:
- Leadership and Team Management: Providing leadership, guidance, and supervision to operation personnel, including operators, technicians, and support staff.
- Quality Management: Ensuring the implementation and maintenance of robust quality control measures and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Research and Development: Overseeing research projects and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive innovation and advancement in production practices.
- Continuous Improvement: Identifying opportunities for process optimisation, efficiency enhancement, and technological advancements within the production processes.
- Risk Management and Safety: Prioritising safety protocols and implementing risk management strategies to maintain a safe working environment.
- Budget and Financial Management: Managing budgets, financial planning, and cost control within the process line.
- Representation and Communication: Representing the production team in meetings, presentations, and effectively communicating process-related matters to various stakeholders
Production Executive (Oct 2019 - Oct 2021) / Asst. Production Manager (Oct 2021 - Jan 2022) at Delisauce World Foods Sdn Bhd (2019-10 – 2022-01)
Responsible include but not limited to:
- Managed production operations for sauce and liquid processing lines, including batching, mixing, thermal processing, and filling operations.
- Ensured product consistency through control of critical parameters such as viscosity, Brix, temperature, and mixing profiles.
- Developed and implemented SOPs, GMP standards, and process controls to ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory requirements.
- Analysed production data (output, downtime, losses) to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
- Led initiatives to improve line efficiency, reduce breakdowns, and optimise resource utilisation.
- Managed manpower, scheduling, and daily production performance to meet delivery targets.
Incoming Water Microbe Project at Delisauce World Foods Sdn Bhd (2019-10 – 2020-01)
Led root cause investigation on incoming water microbial contamination, identifying dead-leg risk points and system design issues → implemented corrective actions resulting in zero recurrence of contamination.
Assistant Production Executive at Delisauce World Foods Sdn Bhd (2019-08 – 2019-10)
Responsible to support laboratory operations, contribute to the smooth functioning of the line, and assist all personnel in carrying out their tasks effectively. My responsibilities encompass sample handling, equipment maintenance, recording data, inventory management, documentation, safety compliance, and general support.
- Handling and preparing samples for testing or analysis.
- Performing routine daily hygiene check and monthly GMP check under supervision of executive.
- Maintaining accurate documentation and production records and output.
- Ensuring compliance with safety protocols and guidelines.
- Providing general support to all personnel, including cleaning and planning.
- Assisting with administrative tasks and arranging materials for meetings or presentations.
