Anuradha Bandara

Experience

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  Dilmah Tea

  Nov 2015 - Nov 2017

  Quality Assurance Assistant

  As a Quality Assurance Assistant, I was responsible for inspecting finished goods, artwork, and barcodes to ensure compliance with quality standards. I supported audits and contributed to maintaining FSSC 22000 certification by ensuring adherence to food safety and quality requirements. My role involved meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to upholding high-quality standards throughout the production process.

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  Sunshine Holdings PLC

  Sept 2018 - Aug 2021

  As a Production Planning Executive, I was responsible for ensuring seamless operations by planning and managing the daily tea requirements for the blending department. I issued daily quotas to meet production schedules while maintaining efficiency and quality standards.My role involved active participation in management meetings to align production goals and address operational challenges. I coordinated with inter-departmental teams to ensure the availability of raw materials, resolving any supply chain issues promptly. Additionally, I provided direction to labor teams as needed to optimize workflow and maintain productivity.Through effective communication and planning, I ensured that production targets were met consistently, contributing to the smooth functioning of the blending department and overall operational success. Show less

  • Production Planning Executive

    Feb 2019 - Aug 2021

  • Quality Assurance Executive

    Sept 2018 - Feb 2019
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  Ethical Extracts pvt ltd

  Aug 2021 - now

  As the Assistant Manager Quality Assurance, I played a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in a tea extract manufacturing company. I managed a dedicated quality assurance team, overseeing all aspects of the in-house laboratory, including laboratory tests; pH,brix, turbidity, dry matter, water quality tests and equipment calibration. I led the preparation and execution of annual QA budgets, monitored compliance with regulatory standards such as EU and FDA requirements, and collaborated with external laboratories to fulfill customer needs.My responsibilities extended to overseeing pest control management, conducting sensory analysis, and managing inspections across incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods. I also conducted risk assessments, implemented corrective actions, and reported directly to the Head of Operations.A significant part of my role involved conducting internal audits, leading external audits in compliance to FSSC22000,HALAL and KOSHER,internal trainings and awareness sessions for employees, ensuring quality practices were deeply embedded across the organization. My strategic leadership contributed to maintaining product integrity and fostering continuous improvement in quality standards. Show less I was responsible for ensuring compliance with FSSC 22000 in the tea processing industry's quality standards and regulatory requirements. I managed day-to-day quality assurance activities, including overseeing in-house testing and analysis, ensuring equipment calibration, and conducting inspections for incoming raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods.I played a key role in maintaining pest control management programs and collaborated with external laboratories to meet customer-specific requirements. I supported the development and implementation of corrective actions through risk assessments and contributed to compliance by staying updated with regulatory bodies like the EU and FDA.Additionally, I conducted sensory analyses to ensure product quality and assisted in preparing reports and documentation essential for quality management systems. My efforts contributed to maintaining product consistency and meeting customer expectations. Show less

  • Assistant Manager Quality Assurance & Sustainability in Tea and Coffee extracting

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Quality Assurance Executive

    Aug 2021 - Apr 2024