Hiripitiyage Sanka Ridmal
Padukka
Summary
Production management professional knowledgeable about allocating resources, optimizing production and increasing output with hands-on and dedicated approach. Articulate and professional problem-solver with good relationship-building abilities. Proficient in planning and implementing innovative production strategies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager /Factory Manager
Beira Brush (pvt) Ltd
04.2014 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
- Monitored team budgets to keep projects on task and avoid waste.
- Wrote and conducted formal performance reviews for production personnel.
- Studied department operations to assist with development of new or improved methods of tooling and production processes.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records.
- Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Analyzed production data and prepared reports for senior management.
- Implemented quality control system to review products against technical specifications and corporate standards.
- Utilized data analysis tools to identify and resolve production issues.
- Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
- Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
- Researched latest industry trends and technologies, boosting knowledge and understanding of industrial production.
Assistant Production Manager
Beira Brush (pvt) Ltd
04.2013 - 03.2014
Production Executive
Beira Brush (pvt) Ltd
10.2012 - 03.2013
Education
MBA - Specialty in Operations
NSBM Green University
Mahenwaththa, Pitipana, Homagama, Sri Lanka01.2023
Advanced Diploma - Manufacturing Management
National Institute of Business Management
120/5 Vidya Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka09.2015
Master of Science - Computer Networking
Sri Lanka Institute Of Information Technology
SLIIT Campus, New Kandy Rd, Malabe, Sri Lanka02.2012
Bachelor of Science - Physical Sciences
University of Colombo
College House, Colombo, Sri Lanka05.2010
Skills
- Metrics Management
- Assembly and Production
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Cause and Effect Analysis
- OSHA Regulations
- Staff Management
- Strategic Planning
- Knowledge of 5S Methodology
- Inventory Coordination
- Cost Control
- Lean Manufacturing
- Manufacturing Management
- Compliance with GMPs
- Customer Expectations Management
- KPI Tracking
- Performance Evaluations
- Maintenance Planning
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Total Quality Management
- Strong Leadership Abilities
- Optimizing Production Output
- Operations Management
- Operating Budget
- Waste Volume Monitoring
Languages
Sinhalese
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Production Manager /Factory Manager
Beira Brush (pvt) Ltd
04.2014 - Current
Assistant Production Manager
Beira Brush (pvt) Ltd
04.2013 - 03.2014
Production Executive
Beira Brush (pvt) Ltd
10.2012 - 03.2013
MBA - Specialty in Operations
NSBM Green University
Advanced Diploma - Manufacturing Management
National Institute of Business Management
Master of Science - Computer Networking
Sri Lanka Institute Of Information Technology
Bachelor of Science - Physical Sciences
University of Colombo
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