Experience

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  Hartalega

  Feb 2016 - now

  · Implemented skip lot inspection for incoming chemicals with overall monetary savings of up to ~RM136,000 per year. · Substituted lab dip process with liquid latex spectrophotometry with overall monetary savings of ~RM132,000 per year. (93.33% reduction in process time; 98.75% reduction in material consumption)· Led a team of laboratory Engineers and Executives and ensured good compliance of organization processes and systems with national and international regulatory requirements and standards.· Organized quality review and improvement with stakeholders whenever required, with timely completion on agreed action plans.· Managed non-conforming products and operational processes; reviewed deviations / abnormalities, disposition, performed root cause analysis, corrective / preventive actions, and documentation.· Addressed and responded to CAPA deficiencies from all types of audits and non-compliances focusing on effective corrective actions and sustainable preventive actions.· Issued CAPA to respective departments or processes that deliver non-conforming products.· Implemented statistical controls for the analysis of testing results and findings.· Monitored and controlled resources and oversaw the spending of money to ensure they are within budget.· Conducted KPI planning & performance review / appraisal for subordinates.· Developed SOJT training modules, assessments and evaluations for major laboratory tests and provided training to subordinates.· Ensured all software (including spreadsheets) used in the laboratory are successfully validated before put into use, and ensured that any changes made to those software are revalidated before implementation.· Built cooperative working relationships within the organization. Show less · Implemented usage of Refractometer for incoming TSC and in-process strength testing with overall monetary savings of ~RM28,000 per year.· Managed and controlled on routine incoming raw material, in-process parameter and outgoing finished goods inspection and tests as well as calibration activities in the laboratory.· Led in investigation of issues, addressing problems and escalation on any quality related non-compliances found during laboratory testing to related internal and external parties.· Prepared weekly & monthly quality analysis report to related stakeholders based on laboratory testing data.· Established, reviewed, updated and maintained quality system documentation related to laboratory (SOPs, WIs, Forms, Tables and OPLs) to ensure their validity and accuracy against actual practice.· Prepared and obtained approval on analytical method validations and ensured their on-time completion as per schedule.· Ensured good documentation and inventory control of chemicals and consumables as well as good equipment and facility maintenance for effective laboratory testing processes.· Managed subordinates’ performance, development, work schedules, and discipline.· Conducted Training Needs Analysis (TNA) for subordinates and provided training and guidance accordingly in regard to daily activities; together with competency / proficiency assessment (GR&R and/or AGR&R) to ensure competencies were achieved.· Initiated and provided guidance to laboratory personnel in continuous improvement (Kaizen) on laboratory testing through better equipment and methodologies available.· Attended and assisted when undergoing various internal and external audits (IQA, 5S, HSE, Customer).· Ensured good compliance on 5S and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) as well as company policies, guidelines, rules, and regulations.· Coordinated the preparation and obtain approval on analytical method validation master plan and ensure on time validation completion as per schedule. Show less

  • QA Assistant Manager

    Apr 2022 - now

  • QA Executive / Senior Executive

    Feb 2016 - Mar 2022