Joel A.
Mid-Level Food Production R&D and Safety Manager
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Joel C., an accomplished Production Manager, has significant experience in the food production and electronics industries. With a focus on ensuring operational excellence, he is adept in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, and Lean Manufacturing. Joel has consistently demonstrated competency in implementing food safety practices through his roles, notably at Zamboanga Carrageenan, where he manages the Food Safety Management System, steers new product development, and recommends cost reduction projects. His tenure at FORGEMS Marketing and PT. Amarta Carrageenan Indonesia highlights his ability to streamline production processes and enhance efficiency, leveraging his knowledge of protocols such as FSSC, HACCP, and GMP. Furthermore, Joel is well-versed in several software applications, including SAP for materials and sales distribution, alongside a comprehensive grasp of Microsoft Office, contributing to his strategic leadership in operations and logistics management.
Experience
Food Safety Project Consultant
Zamboanga Carrageenan Manufacturing Corp. · 2021 — 2021Implemented the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) effectively. Managed the food safety team, ensuring compliance with GMP and HACCP programs.R&D and Food Safety Manager
Zamboanga Carrageenan Manufacturing Corp. · 2021 — PresentOversaw the documentation and improvement of sustaining Food Safety System information. Conducted research for new programs and managed the development of new products, from planning to implementation.Production, Planning and Inventory Control Manager
FORGEMS Marketing Inc. · 2019 — 2020Handled daily production operations for soft serve ice cream premixes and the savory group. Developed and executed the monthly production plan while monitoring productivity and quality.Production Manager
PT. Amarta Carrageenan Indonesia · 2016 — 2018Managed daily production operations and prepared production plans. Streamlined warehouse operations and monitored daily productivity, yields, and quality to ensure compliance with ISO and FSSC.Logistics/Planning Manager
FMC BioPolymer, FMC Philippines Inc. · 2011 — 2015Coordinated MRP data and forecasts into monthly planning for purchasing and production. Managed warehouse processes and ensured adherence to blending performance KPIs.Materials Manager
FMC BioPolymer, FMC Philippines Inc. · 2006 — 2011Oversaw the materials management including inventory levels and communication with supply chain and customer service. Led efforts in production blending reliability and compliance with safety protocols.Food Blending and Materials Supervisor
FMC BioPolymer, Marine Colloids Philippines Inc. · 1997 — 2006Managed operations in food blending, ensuring formulation according to specifications while controlling plant inventories. Coordinated shipments of raw materials and supplies.Project Engineer - Research and Development Dept.
FMC BioPolymer, Marine Colloids Philippines Inc. · 1995 — 1997Oversaw projects involving wooden hull boats and implemented the 5S and GMP program in China. Acted as the GMP coordinator and Safety Officer.Production Supervisor
PENTAX, Asahi Optical Philippines, Corp. · 1995 — 1995Supervised camera production, trained in Japan, overseeing team leaders and production workers. Responsible for production manuals and reports.Assistant Production Supervisor
PENTAX, Asahi Optical Philippines, Corp. · 1993 — 1995Assisted in supervising production operations, contributing to the training of staff and development of process layouts.Production Engineer
PENTAX, Asahi Optical Philippines, Corp. · 1991 — 1993Engaged in engineering tasks for camera production, including analyzing defects and implementing corrective measures.
Education
- Master in Management for Executives and ManagersUniversity of San Jose-Recoletos · 1996 — 1997
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical EngineeringUniversity of San Jose-Recoletos · 1985 — 1990