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Bandar Habib

Jeddah, KSA.

Summary

Results-driven management professional with over 22 years of comprehensive experience in manufacturing, project management, quality assurance, and strategic planning, including expertise in food manufacturing. Proven track record of delivering innovative and cutting-edge solutions that drive operational excellence and foster continuous improvement. Deeply committed to advancing initiatives within the defense, aerospace, and food manufacturing sectors, with a demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and achieve organizational objectives.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Manager

Zahid Defense Programm
09.2021 - Current
  • Leading the Production for the manufacturing of Prime Power Unit (PPU) for Raytheon’s proven AN/TPY-2 missile defense radar. Oversee the quality, efficiency, and compliance of PPU production processes, while actively leading localization projects and managing technology transfer initiatives to ensure optimal performance and seamless integration. Apply advanced skills in lean manufacturing, process optimization, root cause analysis, and data analytics to refine the PPU manufacturing process, driving substantial reductions in both costs and production time while maximizing operational efficiency.

Plant Production Manager

United Sugar Company, SAVOLA Group
01.2017 - 08.2021

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operational Leadership: Direct and manage daily operations, ensuring production schedules are met while maintaining quality and safety standards.
  • Process Optimization: Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and increase overall productivity.
  • Staff Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of production staff, fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
  • Quality Assurance: Implement and oversee quality control procedures to ensure compliance with food safety regulations and industry standards.
  • Budget Management: Develop and manage departmental budgets, monitoring expenses and implementing cost-saving measures while maintaining product quality.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the facility operates in compliance with all applicable food safety regulations and company policies.
  • Continuous Improvement: Drive initiatives for continuous improvement in production processes, safety measures, and employee training programs.
  • Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on operational performance, KPIs, and improvement initiatives to senior management.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including procurement, maintenance, and quality assurance, to support operational goals.

R&D Manager

United Sugar Company, SAVOLA
01.2015 - 01.2017

Key Responsibilities:

  • Championed the New Product Development (NPD) system, guiding the entire process from concept to market launch, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives and maximizing market impact.
  • Leveraged innovative technologies to drive cost-saving initiatives and enhance productivity, resulting in streamlined operations and improved performance across all projects.
  • Oversaw the execution phase of projects, maintaining strict compliance with timelines, budgets, and quality standards to ensure successful delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Employed strategic problem-solving methodologies to enhance customer satisfaction and cultivate strong vendor relationships, fostering a proactive culture of continuous improvement and collaboration

Finished product supervisor

United Sugar Company, SAVOLA Group
11.2013 - 01.2015

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervised the operations of manual packagers and automated packaging lines, ensuring optimal efficiency and accuracy in production processes.
  • Collaborated on quality and production enhancements to support innovative packaging initiatives, significantly improving product integrity and performance.
  • Streamlined scheduling and workflows to reduce labor costs while maximizing operational efficiency and output.
  • Consistently met production targets by fostering high productivity levels and maintaining clear communication with team members regarding order requirements and fulfillment strategies.

QA Supervisor

United Sugar Company, SAVOLA
01.2006 - 11.2013

Key Responsibilities:

  • Evaluated investigation reports from quality assurance personnel, addressing procedural deviations to ensure compliance with industry standards and maintain exceptional quality.
  • Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics, effectively communicating issues related to consistency and production deficiencies to drive informed decision-making.
  • Proactively identified and resolved production and performance challenges, ensuring sustained quality levels and operational excellence.
  • Established and implemented internal audit programs across functional areas to enhance operational integrity and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

QA Inspector

United Sugar Company, SAVOLA
12.2003 - 01.2006

Key Responsibilities:

  • Developed and implemented best practices to enhance operational efficiency and minimize defects, driving continuous improvement across processes.
  • Conducted thorough visual inspections and non-destructive tests when appropriate, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
  • Monitored performance metrics and generated detailed reports on product quality and defect rates, providing insights for informed decision-making and corrective actions.

Education

Bachelor degree - Management

Wilburton University

Accomplishments

  • Effective Communication Skills.
  • Effective performance and team work
  • HACCP Interdictions & Hygiene.
  • Basic Outlook training course
  • QA training Course.
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Heart Saver CPR & AED Provider.
  • Interpersonal and Self-Management Skills.
  • Problem Solving and Decision Making.
  • Supervisory Skills- Date April 2012.
  • Food Safety System (ISO 22000).
  • Planning, Organizing and managing others.
  • HACCP Awareness.
  • Internal Audit ISO 22000.
  • Production and Inventory Management.
  • ISO 45001:2018 internal audit.
  • ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor.
  • Teamwork
  • Certified trainer in (5S, Focus improvement, AM).
  • TPM
  • NSC Defensive driving course.
  • AS9001 Internal audit.
  • Program Leadership for IPT Leaders

Timeline

Production Manager

Zahid Defense Programm
09.2021 - Current

Plant Production Manager

United Sugar Company, SAVOLA Group
01.2017 - 08.2021

R&D Manager

United Sugar Company, SAVOLA
01.2015 - 01.2017

Finished product supervisor

United Sugar Company, SAVOLA Group
11.2013 - 01.2015

QA Supervisor

United Sugar Company, SAVOLA
01.2006 - 11.2013

QA Inspector

United Sugar Company, SAVOLA
12.2003 - 01.2006

Bachelor degree - Management

Wilburton University
Bandar Habib