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Ghamraoui Hamid

Ghamraoui Hamid

El Jadida

Summary

Leader with 33 years in food manufacturing, focused on optimizing factory operations and driving sustainable growth. Expertise includes dairy, culinary, coffee, and infant cereals, delivering results in high-volume international markets. Proven success in implementing continuous improvement methodologies, enhancing efficiency, quality, and safety. Currently managing coffee production in Ivory Coast since September 2023.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Abidjan - Ivory Coast - Coffee Factory Manager

Nestlé Cote d'Ivoire
Abidjan
08.2023 - Current
  • Ensured daily product availability according to agreed plans while maintaining safety and quality standards.
  • Develop investment proposals and skill-enhancement strategies for future factory growth.
  • Optimized production costs by engaging shop floor personnel in problem-solving initiatives, following the operation excellence model.
  • Lead the factory leadership team to elaborate on the yearly factory operational master plan by collaborating with all the factory stakeholders.

Production Manager (Coffee, Culinary, Dairy)

Nestlé Maroc
El Jadida
01.2000 - 08.2027
  • Managed team members, providing training and support to enhance performance.
  • Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
  • Conducted regular quality inspections on finished products for compliance.
  • Streamlined processes to improve efficiency in production lines.
  • Facilitated communication between departments to resolve operational issues.
  • Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and address any issues or concerns.
  • Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates, and inventory levels to determine product availability.
  • Provided input for performance reviews and identified areas for additional improvement.
  • Scheduled staff work assignments, rotations and overtime.
  • Directed cost reduction and process improvements to boost workflows and productivity.
  • Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
  • Presented capital equipment justification for machine and technology upgrades.
  • Assessed production schedules and orders to plan material requirements and worker activities.

Multiproduct Factory Manager

Nestlé Maroc
El Jadida
08.2014 - 08.2023
  • The factory produces milk powder from locally sourced fresh milk, along with infant cereals, culinary products, and soluble coffee. I directly managed the milk sourcing operations, including all associated environmental aspects.
  • Managed daily operations in a high-volume and large-SKU production facility.
  • Oversaw quality control processes to ensure product safety and standards.
  • Managed the hiring process of new staff members as well as provided training and development programs for existing staff.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe working environment.
  • Coordinated with other departments such as marketing, sales, finance, procurement, to ensure smooth running of operations.
  • Developed strategies to maximize productivity, reduce costs and improve quality standards.
  • Cultivated culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement while providing operational leadership.

Culinary Factory Manager

Nestlé Cameroun
Douala
08.2010 - 08.2014
  • The factory is producing culinary products (cubes, tablets, liquid seasoning) and conducting a repacking operation of milk powder and soluble coffee.
  • I had the opportunity to manage all the factory extension and the building of the new distribution center.
  • Identified staffing and capital needs, collected relevant data and wrote justifications for established needs.
  • Cultivated culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement while providing operational leadership.
  • Produced daily operations report forecasting staffing needs and production volume to support cost-reduction and service improvement initiatives.

Ice Cream and all family Cereals Factory Manager

Nestlé Tunisia
Tunis
08.2007 - 08.2010
  • Managed daily operations of production lines to ensure efficiency.
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain product standards and compliance.
  • Scheduled production runs are based on demand forecasts and inventory levels for a very seasonal product.
  • Collaborated with supply chain teams to streamline material procurement processes.
  • Developed operational procedures to optimize workflow and reduce waste in production processes.
  • Restructuring of the factory staff in line with the business and operational requirements to optimize the conversion cost.

Coffee Process Engineer

Nestlé Maroc
El Jadida
08.1992 - 01.2000
  • Designed and optimized manufacturing processes for efficiency and reliability.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements.
  • Conducted root cause analysis to identify and resolve operational issues.
  • Developed and maintained process documentation and standard operating procedures.
  • Facilitated training sessions for staff on new systems and processes.
  • Led initiatives to reduce waste and improve resource utilization in operations.
  • Maintained documentation of all process parameters and test results.
  • Implemented changes in the process to increase efficiency, safety, and quality.
  • Analyzed existing processes and identified areas of improvement.
  • Analyzed production data to identify areas of improvement and reduce costs.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as Quality Control and Maintenance on projects related to process engineering initiatives.
  • Developed process designs for new and existing manufacturing processes.
  • Evaluated current processes for cost savings opportunities or improved performance.
  • Conducted experiments to optimize product yield and improve process control.
  • Provided technical support to operations personnel throughout the plant.
  • Performed equipment design, selection, installation, commissioning, start-up and troubleshooting activities.

Education

Master of Engineering - Food Industrial Engineer

Institut Agronomique Et Vétérinaire Hassan II
Rabat - Morocco
07-1992

Skills

  • Quality assurance
  • Safety regulations compliance
  • Cost optimization
  • Performance metrics analysis
  • Team leadership and development
  • Problem-solving strategies
  • Staff training and mentoring
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Employee engagement initiatives
  • Industrial safety standards
  • Manufacturing operations management
  • Manufacturing technologies expertise
  • Policy formulation and development
  • Energy efficiency practices
  • Facility management expertise

Languages

Arabic
First Language
French
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Advanced (C1)
C1

Affiliations

  • Traveling
  • Swimming

Certification

  • Nestlé leadership and management with London Business School

Timeline

Abidjan - Ivory Coast - Coffee Factory Manager

Nestlé Cote d'Ivoire
08.2023 - Current

Multiproduct Factory Manager

Nestlé Maroc
08.2014 - 08.2023

Culinary Factory Manager

Nestlé Cameroun
08.2010 - 08.2014

Ice Cream and all family Cereals Factory Manager

Nestlé Tunisia
08.2007 - 08.2010

Production Manager (Coffee, Culinary, Dairy)

Nestlé Maroc
01.2000 - 08.2027

Coffee Process Engineer

Nestlé Maroc
08.1992 - 01.2000

Master of Engineering - Food Industrial Engineer

Institut Agronomique Et Vétérinaire Hassan II

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