DHANARAJ AUSTIN
Thoothukudi
Summary
A well qualified fisheries graduate with strong background in Fisheries Science having sound knowledge in processing of fin fishes and shellfishes. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Manager
KARMIC FOODS LIMITED
10.2016 - Current
- Appoint labor and purchasing stock toward smooth running of production process.
- Prepare cost estimates for materials, equipment, and hiring laborer.
- Oversee quality control throughout production process.
- Ensure that production is completed before deadlines.
- Procure and monitoring efficiency of production equipment.
- Update Production Manager on status of projects.
- Liaise and coordinating production with other departments.
- Resolve labor disputes, where requested.
- Researched and tested new materials for production
- Overcame obstacles and variables to maintain production efficiency, meet deadlines and achieve high levels of profitability
- Contributed to company growth by delivering quality customer service to foster growth and retention
- Implemented performance, quality and efficiency measures to achieve aggressive production goals
- Identified and planned for resources needed to accomplish production objectives
- Defined manufacturing performance standards and reviewed outcome of performance goals to set future targets
- Successfully managed production activities to achieve on-time shipment of orders
- Designed and implemented new production schedule to reduce loss in labor and inventory
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Production Manager
IFTRA UGANDA LIMITED
04.2014 - 08.2016
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles and quality assurance guidelines.
- Assessed manufacturing processes and recommended improvements to increase productivity.
- Addressed personnel issues and scheduling conflicts promptly.
- Directed key personnel in correct production techniques to achieve required quality.
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Directed manufacturing process and procedures to achieve goal of first run capability.
- Implemented quality improvement changes to minimize product defect rates.
- Calculated finances and production costs while managing cash flow.
Shift In-charge
NILE PERCH FISHERIES LIMITED
04.2006 - 05.2013
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
Fish Quality Controller
EURO MARINE PRODUCTS LTD
01.2005 - 04.2006
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Production In-charge
VICTORIA MARINE AND AGRO
11.2003 - 12.2004
- Set daily/weekly/monthly objectives and communicate them to employees
- Organize workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules
- Oversee and coach employees
- Ensure the safe use of equipment and schedule regular maintenance
- Check production output according to specifications
- Submit reports on performance and progress
- Identify issues in efficiency and suggest improvements
- Train new employees on how to safely use machinery and follow procedures
- Enforce strict safety guidelines and company standards
Fish Technologist
SEAPEARL ENTERPRISES, KERALA
10.2002 - 09.2003
- Assist in the breeding and rearing of marine species in hatcheries, including creating incubation plans, taking inventories of fish eggs, and cleaning and maintaining incubation units.
- Collect biological data from various fish species, for example, length, weight, sex, and age.
- Collect and analyze stomach contents for diet and nutrition studies and tissues for contaminants.
- Diagnose, recommend, and administer appropriate treatments for sick fish, including identifying common parasites.
- Establish daily growth rates and rearing temperature regimes to meet production targets.
- Select fish suitable for release to specific lakes, rivers, or ponds.
- Survey lakes, rivers, ponds, and marshes to identify fish species, insects, and flora using various sampling techniques and equipment.
- Monitor fish populations using a variety of equipment, for example, nets and electrofishers.
- Track fish using telemetry on land, water, and in the air.
- Operate and maintain equipment such as boats, nets, and water chemistry meters.
- Contribute to the development of education programs and public information campaigns for hatcheries and fisheries management.
- Maintain records of production, breeding, and treatment programs.
Education
Bachelor of Fisheries Science (B.F.SC) -
Thoothukudi Fisheries College And Research Institute, Affiliated To Tamilnadu Veterinary And AnimalScience University
Chennai, Tamilnadu, India06.2002
Skills
- Manager Support
- Activity Manager
- Object Manager
- Archive Manager
- Competence with computer-based administration, record-keeping, and procurement systems
- Ability to work independently under Production Manager, and as part of production team
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills toward managing human resources and liaising with other departments
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Increased overall productivity and quality by 40% by implementing training programs designed to increase performance levels.
- Trained and supervised 30 production staff over 10years time period.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE IN SEAFOOD INDSUTRY
- Practical knowledge in processing methods of squids, cuttlefishes, crabs, lobsters, Shrimps,
Octopus, Fin Fishes and Mollusca. - Online Monitoring of Production Systems to achieve targeted product quality standards.
- Controlling different stages of production to ensure smooth flow of the product avoiding
delays and contamination. - Managing a huge work force in production area.
- Close monitoring of each processing steps to completely avoid the problems.
- Following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Good Hygienic Practices (GHP’s)
during process operations. - Knowledge in HACCP and prerequisite programmes.
- Knowledge in microbiological and chemical analysis of fish and fishery products.
- Knowledge in sensory evolution (organolepticassessment) of all Sea Food product.
- Can conduct training programmes for production staff on GMP’s and GMP’s.
Certification
- Got training on HACCP conducted by central Institute of fisheries Institute, Cochin, Kerala
- Approved as technologist by Export Inspection Agency (Cochin. Ministry of commerce, Govt of India)
Languages
Tamil
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Malayalam
Advanced
C1
Swahili
Advanced
C1
Referees
- Dr. G.Sugumar, (Dean)
Fisheries Collage & Research Institute Thoothukudi
Tamilnadu, India.
- Dr.Jeyasekaran (Associate Professor)
Department of fish processing Technology
Fisheries Collage & Research Institute
Thoothukudi. Tamilnadu India.
Timeline
Production Manager
KARMIC FOODS LIMITED
10.2016 - Current
Production Manager
IFTRA UGANDA LIMITED
04.2014 - 08.2016
Shift In-charge
NILE PERCH FISHERIES LIMITED
04.2006 - 05.2013
Fish Quality Controller
EURO MARINE PRODUCTS LTD
01.2005 - 04.2006
Production In-charge
VICTORIA MARINE AND AGRO
11.2003 - 12.2004
Fish Technologist
SEAPEARL ENTERPRISES, KERALA
10.2002 - 09.2003
Bachelor of Fisheries Science (B.F.SC) -
Thoothukudi Fisheries College And Research Institute, Affiliated To Tamilnadu Veterinary And AnimalScience University
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