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Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Generating and Planning markers for the apparel-cutting process.Planning customer orders for cutting according to the sewing plan.Working with cross-functional teams and coordinating with multiple departments to deliver proto samples.Working with the INFOR ERP system.Hands-on Experience in the apparel manufacturing process and machinery (Auto-cutter, Pocket setter, etc.)

Katunayake, Western Province, Sri Lanka

• Held the Quality Lead role in the development section for Lululemon, LSKD, CK, Patagonia, and Lacoste customers to uphold product quality and manufacturability.• Engaged with different stakeholders throughout each stage of the product development process to identify manufacturing quality issues upfront and take action to overcome them before the production start date.• Led cross-functional teams in planning, executing, and delivering New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept to production, adhering to the company product development process (11 Gate process).• Improved cost-effectiveness of the manufacturing plants by identifying and implementing process enhancements, resulting in reduced waste and increased productivity.• Coordinated with the customer quality teams and made sure the customer-specific Quality standards were met during the apparel development process.• Developed and maintained comprehensive Manufacturing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in the apparel Development stage to reduce the cost of failures.• Conducting QA training programs for manufacturing Teams covering areas such as Quality Assurance/Quality control processes, Built-In - Quality, Craftsmanship Etc.

Nairobi, Kenya

• Developed and implemented a comprehensive quality management strategy for PPE manufacturing in Kenya.• Established and maintained a robust supplier quality management program, including supplier evaluation, qualification, and performance monitoring, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality materials and components.• Directed comprehensive safety programs, policies, and procedures, fostering a secure work environment for both employees and contractors.• Assessed and monitored workplace practices, swiftly identifying potential hazards and recommending effective corrective actions.• Conducted regular audits and assessments of suppliers, manufacturing facilities, and logistics providers, ensuring compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations.• Implemented a system for identifying, documenting, and resolving non-conformances and quality issues, utilizing root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions, resulting in a 15% reduction in quality-related incidents.• Offered adept support and guidance to employees on all QSE-related matters, encompassing training, incident management, and meticulous reporting.• Collaborated seamlessly with cross-functional teams, actively contributing to the development and thorough review of QSE policies, procedures, and guidelines.• Maintained a proactive approach by staying current with industry trends, best practices, and legislative changes related to QSE.• Collected and analyzed quality data from various sources within the supply chain, identifying trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement.

Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

• Process auditing the manufacturing and operational process and ensuring no process Violations.• Process mapping the manufacturing / operational Quality processes and identifying and improving wastages.• Initiated Corrective Action Reports from customer audit findings, assigning responsibilities and tracking progress.• Managed external customer audits, including preparation, agenda creation, and report issuance.• Delivered training on practices and tools, including 5s, 8 Waste, Visual Management, A3, and Root Cause Analysis.

Biyagama

- Performed Calculations for Thread consumption and giving the MOQ for Threads for various styles- Followed up two projects , Feature wise SMV standardization project And Thread constant review project

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Mathematics And Statistics

Statistical Process Control, Regression Analysis, Time series Analysis, Marketing research, Econometrics, Hypothesis Testing, Operational.

Gce (Advanced Level), Mathematics, Chemistry And Physics