Richard Wambua

Experience

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  EVEREST ENTERPRISES LTD

  May 2011 - May 2012

  Production Coordinator

   Daily labour and shift planning and management. Daily planning of the available raw material and timely implementation of major production plans with workload prioritizing to meet legally enforceable deadlines. Daily allocation of duties and responsibilities to operators and shop floor staff. Online management of both raw material and product waste. Ensuring sustainable production through daily control of the production costs. Setting and reviewing of production targets for the production direct operatives and team leaders. Show less

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  Unga farmcare EA ltd

  Jun 2012 - Jun 2015

  Production TeamLead

  Recruited to optimize production processes for Unga Farmcare, a major food manufacturing company, ensuring operational excellence, cost efficiency, and product quality.Developed production standards that reduced waste and improved resource utilization, increasing overall efficiency.Supervised production lines to ensure optimal machine capacity usage, minimizing downtime and maximizing output.Achieved ISO 22000:2005 certification by leading the implementation of food safety management systems.Reduced inventory variance from Kshs 1.2M to Kshs 0.25M annually, ensuring accurate stock control and financial accountability.Improved product conformity from 75% to 95%, enhancing quality control through strategic Total Quality Management (TQM) initiatives.Trained and upskilled staff on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), improving compliance and standardization in production processes. Show less

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  Coca Cola Beverages Africa in Kenya

  Jul 2015 - Feb 2019

  Packaging Team leader.

  Recruited to spearhead packaging operations for Coca-Cola Beverages Africa, ensuring high-quality production, efficiency, and compliance with international food safety standards.Led the startup and commercial production of Minute Maid juice and value-added dairy variants, driving market expansion.Directed the commissioning of a 28,000 BPH Nitro Hot Fill line, ensuring seamless integration into the production cycle.Enhanced CO₂ yield from 52% to 84.6%, saving the company Kshs 2.5M annually through process optimization.Implemented Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and 5S practices, improving operational efficiency and minimizing downtime.Ensured compliance with Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) standards, reducing workplace incidents and improving regulatory adherence.Developed and mentored a high-performance team, increasing productivity and operational effectiveness. Show less

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  CKL Africa Ltd

  Mar 2019 - now

  Plant Manager

  Promoted to oversee end-to-end factory operations for CKL Africa Ltd, a leading manufacturer in the agricultural sector, ensuring production efficiency, cost management, and compliance with industry regulations.Optimized factory operations by aligning production with S&OP plans, improving resource utilization, and maintaining consistent output quality.Led the commissioning of a 2-ton/hour Buhler milling plant, streamlining production processes and enhancing operational efficiency.Controlled plant conversion costs, ensuring strict budget adherence and financial efficiency.Developed and implemented strategic production plans, consistently achieving mechanical efficiency targets.Maintained full compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards, fostering a safe and sustainable work environment.Built and led a high-performing team, recruiting, coaching, and engaging staff to drive operational excellence.Achieved 100% finished product availability for two consecutive years, enhancing customer satisfaction and supply chain reliability. Show less