Production Engineer
Saudi Masterbaker
Total des années d'expérience :9 years, 3 Mois
Identify and implement enhancements to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate product quality.
Conduct regular process audits to pinpoint bottlenecks and areas necessitating improvement.
Implement and uphold quality control measures to ensure products meet specified standards.
Collaborate closely with the quality assurance team to address issues related to product quality.
Collaborate with the production planning team to craft and execute schedules meeting customer demands while optimizing resources.
Monitor production output and make necessary schedule adjustments.
Oversee the maintenance of production equipment to ensure proper functionality and minimize downtime.
Schedule and coordinate routine maintenance activities effectively.
Identify opportunities to reduce production costs without compromising quality.
Implement cost-effective measures and monitor expenses linked to production processes.
Ensure all production activities comply with safety regulations and standards.
Implement and enforce safety protocols, establishing a secure working environment for all employees.
Provide training to production staff on new processes, equipment, and safety procedures.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and skill development within the production team.
Work closely with other departments (R&D, procurement, logistics) to ensure seamless coordination across the entire supply chain.
Collaborate with engineering teams on the design and implementation of new production processes or equipment.
Collect and analyze production data to identify trends, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and make informed decisions to enhance overall efficiency.
Stay informed about and ensure compliance with relevant food safety and industry regulations.
Address and resolve any issues during the production process to minimize disruptions and maintain product quality.
Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
Developed a comprehensive food safety management system encompassing all plant facilities, involving thorough site studies, implementation processes, verification and validation procedures, and meticulous documentation.
Extensive professional experience in managing compliance systems, including ISO 22000, FSSC, BRCGS, YUM, and similar frameworks.
Identify and assess food safety hazards in the entire production process, from raw material handling to distribution, while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Regularly monitor critical control points (CCPs) and operational pre requisite program (OPRPs), maintain detailed records for regulatory compliance, and oversee raw material and product quality to meet safety and quality standards.
Supervise sanitation, hygiene, waste management, and staff training in proper food handling, storage, and processing.
Develop, implement, and manage PRPs, GMP, GHP & Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plans.
Facilitate external audits and inspections, ensuring compliance with local and international food safety regulations and standards.
Implement allergen controls, traceability systems, and emergency response plans for recalls and contamination incidents.
Verify the safety of ingredients from external suppliers through audits and assess new product and process safety and compliance.
Continuously improve food safety practices in response to emerging risks and maintain transparent communication with plant management, staff, and relevant authorities.
Analyze potential causes of product defects and quality issues.
Develop SOPs and infrastructure requirements for laboratories, adhering to good laboratory practice (GLP) standards.
Create inspection and testing protocols for materials, products, and packaging.
Develop testing methods for assessing the quality of materials, products, and packaging.
Generate reports on product and process quality metrics.
Develop SOPs aligning with regulatory requirements, industry guidelines, and organizational policies.
Establish SOPs and conditions for handling, storing, and preserving samples.
Inspect facilities, equipment, products, or production lines to ensure compliance with safety regulations and health standards.
Lead audits related to quality and food safety.
Conduct traceability investigations to identify the source of quality lapses and other product issues.
Participate in reviews of the quality management system and advocate for quality and food safety policies to all personnel.
Review reports and develop guidelines and standard practices for data documentation and analysis.
Specify protocols and inspect laboratory infrastructure and equipment.
Verify the alignment of sampling documentation, testing activities, and procedures with established protocols
Managed all process engineering activities in the plant, overseeing plant maintenance, improvement initiatives, and requirements for efficient production.
Led the production facility with a focus on safety and quality, establishing clear priorities.
Conducted daily planning for manpower, raw materials, and the production and finishing of products.
Advocated for safety protocols in all activities, actively participating in safety standard improvements.
Responded promptly to production-related questions, issues, and concerns, acting as the first point of contact.
Provided relevant follow-up information to managers, maintenance teams, quality assurance teams, and scheduling departments.
Adhered to standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance process control and minimize variability among operators.
Edited and improved SOPs as needed to optimize processes.
Ensured the cleanliness and sanitation of the environment and equipment, aligning with QA/QC standards and implementing improvements.
Filled shifts as required by vacation schedules, staffing levels, and necessary overtime.
Ensured all equipment operated safely, at maximum efficiency, and maintained the highest standards by supporting the maintenance department schedule.
Provided regular feedback on performance and conducted annual reviews for operators in collaboration with department managers
Food process engineering involves a variety of operations utilized in transforming raw agricultural commodities into shelf-stable, easy-to-use, nutritious, and safe foods. This field of study is based on an understanding of the physics, chemistry and biology of food preservation processes, evolving into a widely sought specialty of engineering. To preserve and transform raw materials successfully into safe, nutritious, and convenient foods, economically and consistently, engineers utilize a variety of processes involving heat, cold, and automated mechanical devices.