Arshman Gulrez
Catonsville
Summary
Results-driven production management professional with a strong track record in resource allocation, production optimization, and output enhancement. Renowned for a hands-on approach and dedication to achieving operational excellence, complemented by exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to build lasting relationships. Highly motivated and passionate about fostering teamwork, demonstrating a robust work ethic alongside proven practical and theoretical expertise in the field. Committed to driving continuous improvement and delivering measurable results in fast-paced environments. Skilled in lean manufacturing, quality control, and resource management.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Manager
Becton Dickinson
04.2024 - Current
- Manage entire shift operation mitigating daily hurdles by effective planning and foresight to keep the production on track to achieve daily targets.
- Provide leadership to Group Leaders, production associates to ensure the continuity and compliance with the 5S programs, waste elimination, quality and synchronized flow of the lean manufacturing and continuous improvement programs in the production areas.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide leadership for conflict resolution and management of direct and indirect personnel to maintain discipline,punctuality and attendance rates in the department.
Production Shift Manager
Nestle Dreyers Grand Ice Cream
10.2021 - 04.2024
- Lead a team of 95 team members to success safely on a daily basis.
- Kept the down time and wastage to a minimum and run time yield to a maximum by addressing all foreseeable hurdles pro-actively.
- Ensured the timely deployment of People development plan and assure the proficiencies of the team as per the agreed plan with PM (proper training inclusive of equipment, safety procedures, and hygiene). Implement strict compliance to standard operating procedures (SOPs) by all personnel within the team.
- Ensured a safe work environment at all times. Update work instructions available for all positions and make sure the processes are run in accordance with SOP's, SSOP's and other documentation.
- Ensure quality objectives are met including regular adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), performance of sanitation audits, food safety checks, and product quality checks conducted according to policies. Actively participate in prevention and correction of quality-related errors.
- Coached employees to fulfill and exceed the requirements of the job. Daily review of achievement of targets and report variances during on-the-floor and review meetings. Ensure the development and implementation of action plans to address root causes of failures and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure ongoing smooth operations of factory through effective employee and industrial relations management.
Operations Manager
Hungry Harvest
06.2018 - 10.2021
- Established position requirements, schedules and production team processes.
- Delivered operating plans and growth objectives.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles and quality assurance guidelines.
- Reduced labor cost by 25% i.e. from $20, 000 to $15000 weekly, within 3 months of joining, by restructuring the production department, efficient planning and job re-assignments.
- Developed and implemented cost controls and other expense reduction measures.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, profits flow and output.
- Implemented performance, quality and efficiency measures to achieve aggressive production goals.
- Procured required manufacturing equipment and parts.
- Planned, directed, coordinated and assigned manpower to meet aggressive production schedules.
Operations Manager
Bakeco
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Established and implemented procedures to keep the commodity loss to minimum by timely monitoring the processes and usage of product at right time.
- Managed whole operation of multi shift operation, from receiving raw materials to shipping out finished goods , including procurement , inventory and packaging materials arrangements.
- Introduced and implemented operational changes to increase the profitability by minimizing the process losses.
- Led initiatives for waste reduction, contributing to sustainability goals of the organization.
- Prepared and planned weekly production schedule and arranged raw material accordingly.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Managed and motivated a team of 75 non-exempt and 9 exempt employees and reviewed their performance to identify their training needs.
- Streamlined operations by implementing efficient inventory management systems.
- Initiated plans and processes which minimized manufacturing costs through effective utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials, and capital.
Production Manager
Taylor Farms Maryland
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Coordinated activities by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and directing the work of subordinate employees.
- Trained all new coming employees for GMPs and Safety standards by regular periodic sessions to maintain a safe working environment.
- Managed and led a staff of 115 General assembly line team members , 3 shift supervisors and 8 Line leads, on daily basis in handling assigned cases in a manner consistent with program and department policies and procedures.
- Reduced Direct labor cost to half i.e. from 15% to 7.5% , through effective planning and re-scheduling.
- Prepared and maintained budget plans and accounts for personnel, equipment, and operating costs.
- Reduced wastage significantly by identifying the spill points and working along with maintenance department to eliminate them which resulted in improved yield.
Production Manager
G. Cefalu & Bro. Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Determined suitable crewing requirements, scheduled employees and worked with Human Resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Successfully managed production activities so all orders were shipped on time.
- Investigated and implement ideas for quality improvement, increased productivity and cost reduction.
- Met aggressive production and safety goals while minimizing equipment downtime.
- Planned, directed, coordinated and assigned manpower to meet aggressive production schedules.
- Oversaw scheduling and job backlogs to properly allocate personnel and material resources.
- Lead and guided a team of 35 production professionals.
- Reduced labor cost and eliminated all overtime hours by efficient scheduling.
- Defined manufacturing performance standards and reviewed the outcome of performance goals to set future targets.
Food Safety And Quality Assurance Supervisor
Lancaster Foods LLC
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Enforced the execution and implementation of all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), Standard Sanitation Procedures (SSOP's) and Good manufacturing Practices (GMP's) set by Company and all regulatory authorities i.e.FDA, USDA, HACCP.
- Assisted manager to successfully pass all third party and customer audits.
- Performed weekly calibrations of all the designated areas and measuring equipment in order to get accurate and reliable results.
- Collected environmental swabs on weekly basis from possible contaminated area and sent to laboratory to ensure reduced bacterial growth in the facility.
- Ensured all OSHA's requirements are fulfilled during operations of production.
- Prepared monthly shelf life pass and failure report for the manager and also introduced new procedures for checking and documenting the quality assurance.
Education
Bachelors Of Commerce - Business Administration And Management
University of The Punjab
01.2006
Skills
- MS word and MS excel
- Team Building
- Continuous improvements
- Operations management
- OSHA Compliance
- Culture building
- Strong leadership
- Quality assurance
- Production planning
- BRC,USDA and SQF audit compliance
- Budgeting and P&L Management
- HACCP development
Accomplishments
- Proficiently managed teams as big as 130 members and 10 production lines, oversaw materials inspection, scheduled production and conducted weekly physical inventories.
- Increased overall productivity and quality and reduced direct labor cost by an average of 30% by implementing cross training programs designed to increase performance levels and accountability.
Certification
- Certified By HACCP Alliance to develop and implement HACCP plan.
- Servsafe Certified Food Safety Manager.
- Certified Forklift and Electric Palette jack operator.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Elementary
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Production Manager
Becton Dickinson
04.2024 - Current
Production Shift Manager
Nestle Dreyers Grand Ice Cream
10.2021 - 04.2024
Operations Manager
Hungry Harvest
06.2018 - 10.2021
Operations Manager
Bakeco
01.2016 - 01.2018
Production Manager
Taylor Farms Maryland
01.2013 - 01.2016
Production Manager
G. Cefalu & Bro. Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2013
Food Safety And Quality Assurance Supervisor
Lancaster Foods LLC
01.2010 - 01.2011
Bachelors Of Commerce - Business Administration And Management
University of The Punjab