Akiko Zenaida Dulay

Established work flow by monitoring steps of the process.

• Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
• Established work flow by monitoring steps of the process.
• Setting process variables and ensuring that Critical Control Points (CCP) and Operational Prerequisite Programs (OPRP) of the equipment are within the limits to ensure Food Safety and First Time Quality (FTQ)
• Monitoring and directing of manpower allocation to support desiccated operations
• Implementing Operational Excellence initiatives that will result to cost and waste reduction.
• Provides an updated manufacturing output by analyzing the data shared at the shop floor on a timely manner.
• Lead subordinates, processes, and technologies involved in the aseptic processing of coconut water
• Conducts basic to complex Root Cause Analysis to respond and prevent issues in the processing area.
• Analyzes daily production output to prevent any delay to the target and prepare for a catch up plan.
• Leads and ensures that the plant GMP, HACCP, Food Safety, BRCGS, FSMS, and QMS is implemented up to the shop floor by constantly verifying OPRPs, PRPs, and Critical Control Points.
• Technical Lead in the aseptic line process that will cater to customer requirements and deliverables.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications and content, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices

• Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
• Ensures that the designated shift will be managed to deliver an end-to-end operation.
• Oversee all aspects of production from procurement to processing lines per manufacturing section correlating on the target volume on a shift basis which will (a) translate the efficiency of the processes and equipment and (b) maintain optimal quality of all finished products
• Consolidate and analyze all reports of the overall production’s performance and output to be further relayed during monthly and quarterly management reviews.
• Provide technical trainings to subordinates and line supervisors/foremen based on Training Needs Analysis that would enhance and hone the skills of manufacturing personnel particularly on the aspect of Operational Excellence (cost and waste initiatives and overview on lean manufacturing)
• Act as focal person during Food Safety System Audits - Food Safety Management System (FSMS), Quality Management System (QMS), Halal Assurance Management System (HAMS), Customer/Supplier Audits, and the like
• Review manufacturing section’s documents, records, and procedures to sustain compliance on Food Safety Audits and Certifications

• Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
• Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
• Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
• Streamlined project workflow, optimizing team efficiency through development of detailed scheduling and tracking systems.
• Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.

• Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines
• Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff
• Exposed in technical services, quality assurance, and destructive/non-destructive testing for finished plastic products and incoming raw materials
• Assigned in the manufacturing department through monitoring equipment capacity to attain daily production volume and quality specifications

• Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
• Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Exposed in the procurement of raw materials, laboratory techniques, and production department from processing of coconut shells into activated carbon as finished product that will be further analyzed based on the desired customer or stakeholder’s specifications
• Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
• Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.

• Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.
• Utilized strong time management skills to balance multiple responsibilities effectively while maintaining high-quality results.
• Engaged actively in professional development opportunities, continuously seeking to improve and grow in the work-study role.