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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Accomplishments
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Abid Kanue

Norfolk

Summary

Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Manager

Actus Nutrition
Norfolk
02.2025 - Current
  • Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss progress and resolve issues promptly.
  • Developed production schedules that ensured timely project completion.
  • Monitored daily operations of production team, providing necessary guidance and support.
  • Implemented waste reduction strategies while upholding high-quality standards.
  • Maintained accurate production data records, including labor costs and quality control results.
  • Analyzed production processes to enhance efficiency and achieve cost savings.
  • Identified workflow improvement opportunities for enhanced operational performance.
  • Promoted employee safety awareness aligned with regulatory mandates and best practices.

Production Supervisor – UP/HTST

Darigold
Boise
02.2022 - 02.2025
  • Scheduled staff and estimated work hour requirements for daily job assignments completion.
  • Collaborated with management to establish and communicate company policies and operational goals.
  • Ensured adherence to GMP, GSP, FSSC practices, and QC policies across all departments.
  • Supported effective employee relations by promoting a safe and positive work environment.

Production Supervisor – Whey Plant

Lactalis
Nampa
08.2019 - 02.2022
  • Generated various reports on production volume, yields, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
  • Ensured product quality by adhering to Food Safety Management System guidelines.
  • Monitored operational flow of Permeate Packaging, WPC Dryer, Line/Line CIP, and Membrane machines.

Processing Operator

J.R. Simplot
Caldwell
10.2017 - 07.2019
  • Maintained company standards for safety, quality, and sanitation compliance across operations.
  • Ensured adherence to food safety procedures for all processing equipment.
  • Conducted ingredient analyses to verify quality and compliance with regulations.
  • Entered data on line settings, material usage, and sampling into information systems accurately.

Quality Assurance

J.R. Simplot
Caldwell
04.2016 - 09.2017
  • Executed quality checks and sampling across all lines to ensure compliance with procedures and specifications.
  • Evaluated customer and interplant samples before shipment to facilitate timely delivery.
  • Investigated customer complaints and out-of-specification issues, recommending corrective actions for resolution.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

University of Wales
Wales, United Kingdom
09-2010

Bachelor of Science -

University of Kashmir
Srinagar, India
12-2007

Skills

  • Quality control standards
  • 5S methodology
  • SAP proficiency
  • Report generation and analysis
  • GMP compliance
  • Operations management
  • Computer literacy
  • Independent initiative
  • Strategic thinking
  • Commitment to quality
  • Attention to detail
  • Cost reduction strategies
  • Team collaboration
  • Safety management
  • Root cause analysis
  • Continuous improvement
  • Leadership skills
  • Shift management
  • Health and safety compliance

Certification

  • FSPCA Certification

Languages

Kashmiri
Professional
Hindi
Professional
Urdu
Professional
Punjabi
Professional

Accomplishments

  • Optimized Rework Management: Redirecting the majority of rework back to the production line, leading to significant cost reductions estimated at $1 million per year.
  • Butterfat Control Efficiency: Implementing precise control measures to prevent excess butterfat giveaway, ensuring cost optimization without compromising product quality.
  • Enhanced Filler Efficiency: Improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) on fillers by minimizing water flushes and optimizing interfaces, reducing waste and increasing production efficiency.
  • Cross-Training Implementation: Strengthening team capabilities by cross-training employees, enhancing flexibility, and improving overall operational efficiency.
  • Gap Analysis & Employee Matrix Tracking: Identifying skill gaps within the team and systematically tracking employee competencies through a structured matrix to optimize workforce potential and alignment with business objectives.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Production Manager

Actus Nutrition
02.2025 - Current

Production Supervisor – UP/HTST

Darigold
02.2022 - 02.2025

Production Supervisor – Whey Plant

Lactalis
08.2019 - 02.2022

Processing Operator

J.R. Simplot
10.2017 - 07.2019

Quality Assurance

J.R. Simplot
04.2016 - 09.2017

Master of Business Administration -

University of Wales

Bachelor of Science -

University of Kashmir

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