Stephen Thuita, Production Supervisor

Stephen Thuita

Production Supervisor

Aspendos Dairy limited

Location
Kenya - Nairobi
Education
Bachelor's degree, Forensic Biology
Experience
3 years, 8 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :3 years, 8 Months

Production Supervisor at Aspendos Dairy limited
  • Kenya - Muranga
  • My current job since March 2023

 Supervising production activities, ensuring adherence to quality control standards and
regulations.
 Managing a team of production staff, providing guidance and training to optimize
performance.
 Monitoring equipment performance and maintenance to ensure smooth operations.
 Implementing efficiency improvements resulting in reduced wastage and increased
productivity.
 Utilizing SAP ERP for inventory management and ensured compliance with procedures.
 Monitoring non conformities
Key Achievements:
 Successfully reduced market complaints and wastage through the implementation of
improved quality control measures.
 Maintained accurate production reports, facilitating data-driven decision-making.
 Improved productivity and reduced waste and rework by ensuring adherence to
protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
 I spearheaded the seamless launch of Pietribiasi cutting-edge yogurt processing line in
Italy, orchestrating everything from production intricacies to pristine instrument
cleaning (CIP settings). I crafted meticulous Standard Operating Procedures, established
direct report responsibilities, and mapped out dynamic flowcharts. My collaborative
efforts with top-tier professionals, including directors, managers, technicians, and
Pietribiasi representatives, resulted in an unequivocal triumph.

Quality Inspector at Aspendos dairy limited
  • Kenya - Muranga
  • October 2020 to March 2023

 Conducted quality analysis of raw milk and pasteurized products, ensuring adherence to
standards.
 Trained farmers on quality aspects and best practices for milk production.
 Implemented cleaning in place (CIP) procedures and supervised cleaning activities.
 Performed analytical tests such as conductivity, pH, Aflatoxins and viscosity.
 Inspected and calibrated laboratory instruments, ensuring accurate results.
 Trained the QA team on GMPs and HACCP program.
 Ensured packet integrity of packaging material Tetra pak, ESL.
 Inspection and calibration of laboratory instruments
 Preparing reagents used in the laboratory
Key Achievements:
 Acquired comprehensive knowledge of the dairy processing process, leading to a
significant reduction in market returns.
 Played a key role in the HACCP team, contributing to the successful implementation of
the program.
 Assisted in optimizing processes, improving product quality, and reducing waste as part
of the QA team.
 Conducted chemical and physical tests on raw milk, enabling the selection of highquality milk for production.
 Monitored production processes, ensuring compliance with procedures, SOPs, and
HACCP requirements.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Forensic Biology
  • at Kisii University
  • December 2020

-Attended workshop trainings in Directorate of criminal investigations Kenya -Went for a one day induction to Government chemist Kenya and learnt about HPLC ,GCMS and other immune assay test.

Specialties & Skills

Quality Control
Laboratory Analysis
Proofreading
Teamwork
Communication
Lean six sigma
Project management
customer service

Languages

English
Expert
Swahili
Native Speaker

Training and Certifications

Business management essentials (Certificate)
Date Attended:
January 2022
Lean six sigma white belt (Certificate)
Date Attended:
January 2022

Hobbies

  • Cooking
  • Chess