Lim Cheow Kie David
Summary
Highly organized and dependable candidate skilled in efficiently managing multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude. Proven track record of taking on additional responsibilities to ensure the achievement of team goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Production
Nestle
11.2022 - Current
- Overseeing IF & GUM production with 5 FLMs and 110 production staffs on 4 shift cycle covering end to end production process from wet compounding to finished goods packaging
Head of Production
Nestle
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Overseeing additional Malt plant with 2 FLMs and 30 production staffs on 4 shift cycle
MILO/CMX/SSP Prod Mgr
Nestle
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Overseeing MILO, CMX, and SSP production with 3 FLM and 74 production staffs on 3 shift cycle
MILO Prod Mgr
Nestle
08.2018 - 12.2020
- Overseeing MILO plant with 2 Processing lines and 6 filling lines, including operational team members and shop floor operators on 4 shift cycle
MILO/Coffee Mixes Prod Mgr
Nestle
05.2015 - 07.2018
- Overseeing 2 plants with operational team members and shop floor operators on a shift cycle production
MALT Prod Mgr
Nestle
08.2014 - 04.2015
- Overseeing Malt plant with 1 Processing line and 3 filling lines, including operational team members and shop floor operators on a shift cycle production
MILO Prod Mgr (MM1)
Nestle
07.2012 - 07.2014
- Overseeing plant with multiple Processing and filling lines, including operational team members and shop floor operators on a shift cycle production
MILO Prod Mgr (MM2)
Nestle
01.2010 - 06.2012
- Overseeing MILO plant with operational team members and shop floor operators on a shift cycle production
F/P Mgr (Management)
Nestle
06.2008 - 12.2009
- Working on FP area expansion
Snr Prod Technician
Nestle
11.2006 - 06.2008
- Serving as a team lead in leading shop floor operators
Production Manager
Sin Hoe Foodstuff (S) Pte Ltd
01.1997 - 10.2006
- Machine & SOP setup at Startup Phase, overseeing filling packing lines, managing line inspection and controls, equipment calibration and maintenance, liaising with customers/suppliers, inventory control, ensuring operation effectiveness, managing production cost within budget
Processing Supervisor
Pokka Food (S) Pte Ltd
07.1993 - 12.1996
- Managing process operators to meet production demand, leading QC in process check and production line control, assisting Manager in R&D of new products, inventory control, ensuring operation efficiencies
Trainee Supervisor
Cooling System & Flexibles Pte Ltd
07.1991 - 06.1993
- Performing die setup, assisting Supervisor in managing operators to achieve planned targets, material planning, inventory control
Education
Master in Manufacturing Engg -
UNSW
01.2008
Diploma in Mechanical Engg -
Singapore Polytechnic
01.1996
Skills
- MS Office, T&P SAP
- Waste Reduction
- Manufacturing operations
- Production Optimization
- Production Line Management
- Root Cause Analysis
- Capacity Planning
- Team Development
- Safety Management
Capex
- 2019, Robotic case packer from ABB
- 2018, Installation of Cocoa Bulk handling system
- 2017, Wet mixer upgrading (Reduction of Source of Contamination)
- 2014, Installation of Tapioca Bulk handling system
- 2013, Dryer upgrade (20% output increase)
- 2008, FP area expansion
Keymilosavingsprojects
- Developed alternate MSK supply
- Developed alternate Cocoa blend
- Headcount reduction through automation
- Improved Equipment Utilization
- In-house promo packing for Biz
- Energy reduction in steam & electricity
- Developed export market in India/US/UK/MY
Reasonforleaving
Seeking new challenges and better opportunities
Specialskillsawards
- TPM/GSTD Coach
- Head of AM Pillar
Operationleadership
- To restore and stabilize Wyeth production management. Drive LLT on Safety and Quality competency and raise awareness to build Safety n Quality culture in daily operation. Re-structure operation process to meet cost competitiveness.
- Recovery Malt supply OOS through direct engagement with stakeholders and internal expedite production recovery.
- Recovery heavy losses at SSP plant through restoration of basic condition and standardisation.
- Delivered results in Total Cost of Production, maintaining compliance in Food Act, ISO 45001/14001, and Food Safety Management System FSSC22000 ver4.1.
- Passed USFDA inspection and McDonald audit in 2019.
- Led in building Quality mindset (PsyQ) and Safety culture (PsySafe) at the workplace. Led operational teams in GEMBA to solve operational issues. Led Factory TPM drive in Autonomous Maintenance (GMP, 5s).
- Sponsored and initiated cost-saving projects with internal and external departments. Planned and developed workforce Competency Matrix & Competency Building Program.
Nric
S7046997I
Tel
+65 91897528
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 29/12/1970
- Nationality: Singaporean
- Marital Status: Married
References
- Tan Cheah Chee, 85022570
- Long Mun Hoe, 92775774
- Chong Yi Mei, 98341779
Hobbies and Interests
Wealth Management
Timeline
Head of Production
Nestle
11.2022 - Current
Head of Production
Nestle
08.2022 - 10.2022
MILO/CMX/SSP Prod Mgr
Nestle
01.2021 - 08.2022
MILO Prod Mgr
Nestle
08.2018 - 12.2020
MILO/Coffee Mixes Prod Mgr
Nestle
05.2015 - 07.2018
MALT Prod Mgr
Nestle
08.2014 - 04.2015
MILO Prod Mgr (MM1)
Nestle
07.2012 - 07.2014
MILO Prod Mgr (MM2)
Nestle
01.2010 - 06.2012
F/P Mgr (Management)
Nestle
06.2008 - 12.2009
Snr Prod Technician
Nestle
11.2006 - 06.2008
Production Manager
Sin Hoe Foodstuff (S) Pte Ltd
01.1997 - 10.2006
Processing Supervisor
Pokka Food (S) Pte Ltd
07.1993 - 12.1996
Trainee Supervisor
Cooling System & Flexibles Pte Ltd
07.1991 - 06.1993
Master in Manufacturing Engg -
UNSW
Diploma in Mechanical Engg -
Singapore Polytechnic
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