Work Preference
Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Hobbies
Language
Generic
Wine Sandhi Myint
Open To Work

Wine Sandhi Myint

Augustów

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

IWS Manager Production Cell Manager Supply Chain ManagerIWS Manager QA Team Lead

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Augustów, PLHamburg, Germany
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Summary

Performance-oriented Integrated Work System (IWS) Manager with 15 years of progressive experience at British American Tobacco (BAT) and Procter & Gamble (P&G) , serving in diverse leadership roles including IWS Manager, Production Cell Manager, Supply Chain Manager, and Quality Department Lead. Proven track record in leading operational excellence programs, continuous improvement initiatives, and IWS deployments in world-class manufacturing environments. Expert in driving sustainable performance through loss elimination, capability building, and cross-functional leadership. Extensive international experience across multiple emerging markets such as Singapore, Myanmar, South Korea and Poland with various IWS maturity phases (Phase 1, Phase 2, and Phase 3).

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

IWS Manager

British American Tobacco
09.2023 - Current

. Leading 3 departments - IWS, Training and Process Digitalization with continuous improvement initiatives

  • Led the implementation and progression of Integrated Work Systems (IWS) pillars across the factory, tailored to the site's phase maturity (Phase 1–2).
  • Developed and executed loss elimination strategies targeting productivity, quality, safety, and cost performance improvements.
  • Built and coached cross-functional pillar teams to ensure sustainability of IWS practices and capability development.
  • Collaborated with global and regional IWS experts to align local deployment with corporate standards.
  • Established performance management systems and governance routines to track KPIs, identify systemic losses, and drive accountability.
  • Facilitated cultural transformation by engaging frontline employees, supervisors, and leadership in continuous improvement.
  • Led digitalization initiatives by integrating technology solutions into existing IWS systems.
  • Led yearly SDDS process (Site Vision, CBN, LA, OPM, give/gets sessions, master plan creation) & visuals/communication around it as part of Operation leadership team
  • Built high-performing teams through effective training, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
  • Facilitated team brainstorming sessions that led to innovative solutions for long-standing operational challenges using OPM model
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management. (Annual Loss Analysis exercise)
  • Coordinated with IT department to upgrade technology infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency and data security.

Production Cell Manager

British American Tobacco
12.2021 - 09.2023
  • Managed a cell which consist of 5 production lines to ensure optimal cell production, maintaining high safety standards and strict adherence to protocols.
  • Evaluated employee performance, providing feedback and coaching to drive continuous improvement in both individual and team output.
  • Enhanced cell production efficiency by implementing process improvements and streamlining workflows.
  • Effectively manages the department’s expenditure and assets within the agreed budget
  • Continuous improvement of department KPIs. Drives the identification of improvement opportunities, prioritizes them based on impact on production plan and ensures development of action plans and their implementation e.g. optimization of resources, waste reduction, increasing productivity and flexibility.

• Quality: ensuring quality targets are met, consumer comments are responded to and detailed action plans result to ensure resolution of problems

Coordination with the Engineering department of investment projects as required.

• Waste i.e., material/ tobacco/ process waste is managed through collaboration with support departments

  • Led Phase 3 IWS deployment initiatives in AM Pillar enabling capability progression and operator engagement.

Supply Chain Manager

British American Tobacco
06.2021 - 12.2021
  • Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain high-quality standards.
  • Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
  • Managed logistics functions including shipping coordination, customs compliance, freight negotiations, and carrier selection.
  • Enhanced inventory accuracy with the implementation of a robust cycle counting program.
  • Reduced lead times for product deliveries through effective supplier management and communication strategies.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for team members, enhancing skills development and employee retention rates within the department.
  • Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes.
  • Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
  • Improved supply chain efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Lead Supply Network Pillar for IWS Phase 1 Readiness

IWS Manager

British American Tobacco
10.2019 - 12.2019

Developed and led IWS roll out to the site from the scratch

• Coach and support the site leadership and coaching team through pillar ownership and develop understanding of the IWS strategy

• Supervise and monitor the implementation of IWS pillars, liaising where appropriate with site teams, implementation reviews and audit success against expected IWS pillar delivery

• Provide coaching and guidance to Line Structure teams for use of IWS tools and execution of DMS (Daily Management Systems)

• Provide coaching and support to Line structure teams to be able to set direction during Daily Direction Setting (DDS) to deliver target results

• Lead activities to understand and increase levels of employee engagement

• Coach and support the Line Structure team to develop and execute 90-day plans that build capability and eliminate losses using IWS tools

• Implement the PDCA (Plan Do Check Act) cycle to activities at the plant

• Implement the step-up cards and support self-assessments for all line structure teams

• Ensure all IWS activity can be linked back to the site OGSM and the implementation of the CBN (Compelling Business Need)

• Update and support the site phase scorecard and implement pillar health checks with all pillar owners

• Proactively contribute to weekly / monthly/quarterly drumbeat meeting for checking the IWS process/schedule and culture

• Work with Human Resources and Learning and Development to develop succession plans

• Ensure that company rules, grievance and disciplinary procedures are correctly and consistently applied, and where appropriate liaising with HR regarding necessary actions

• Instill a Continuous Improvement culture throughout the site utilizing IWS and Lean/Six Sigma principles

• To perform other such duties as reasonably correspond to the general character of the post and are commensurate with its level of responsibility as instructed by the Site IWS Manager or equivalent

• A key member of the Operation Leadership team supporting delivery of the strategic operational plan

• Providing leadership and ensuring IWS standards are deployed effectively and sustained within area of responsibility

QA Team Lead

Procter & Gamble
01.2017 - 10.2019

Managed a team of 8 in Quality Department to drive good business results, assigned daily tasks, Project planning for individuals throughout the year to meet department targets and goals for the business unit

  • Coordinated cross-functional collaboration to identify and resolve software defects efficiently.
  • Led QA team in developing and implementing testing strategies to enhance product quality.
  • Established and maintained QA processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
  • Mentored junior QA members, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews of testing procedures, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Analyzed test results to identify trends, providing actionable insights for product enhancement.
  • Developed comprehensive documentation for testing protocols, improving team efficiency and knowledge retention.
  • Facilitated training sessions on new tools and technologies, ensuring team proficiency in current methodologies.
  • Created a culture of continuous improvement within the QA team through regular training sessions and knowledge sharing activities.
  • Delivered excellent results under tight deadlines by managing workload distribution among team members effectively.
  • Streamlined QA processes for faster issue identification and resolution, improving overall product performance.
  • Reviewed Validation of various protocol process such as Installation Qualification, Operational Qualification, Performance Qualification ( IQ,OQ,PQ)
  • Proficient in handling analytical instruments namely pH Meter, T90 Auto Titrator, Spectrophotometer, Particle Size Analyser, Karl Fischer Titrator, Turbidity meter, Moisture Analyser.
  • Acquired good skills in Lab X, U V Online in spectrophotometer, Proficy and SAP.
  • Support Quality Pillar for IWS Phase 3 Readiness

Production Team Leader

Procter & Gamble
01.2012 - 01.2019

Managed a team of 5 in making operation

  • Led production team in achieving daily operational goals and maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Streamlined workflows by implementing process improvements, enhancing efficiency across shifts.
  • Trained and mentored new team members on safety protocols and production techniques.
  • Coordinated scheduling to optimize labor resources and minimize downtime during peak periods.
  • Led batch making (Powder Dosing , Mixing and Discharging) controlled by PLC and Guerin System(Automated Powder Handling Systems) according to production plan for the day, while maintaining 100% compliance on safety, Quality, Halal and stewardship requirements.
  • Designed and implemented a variety of workforce programs to improve productivity and efficiency
  • Developed SOP standards and Guidelines (Job-aid) for new hire qualification for making department
  • Led the team in maintaining equipment using Autonomous Maintenance (AM) thought process
  • Generated and executed IQOQPQ ( Validation protocol and report ) for all the projects

Education

Bachelor of Arts (Honors) - Business And Human Resource Management

Birmingham City University
Singapore
12-2018

Diploma - Mechatronic Engineering

Nanyang Polytechnic
Singapore
03-2009

Skills

  • Expert in
  • Integrated Work System
  • Manufacturing Process Improvement
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Six Sigma
  • Project Management
  • Transformational Leadership
  • Loss elimination tools (UPS, WPI, LDM, VSM,OPM)
  • Autonomous maintenance (7 Steps)
  • Project Management
  • Strategy Development (SDDS, Vision, CBN)
  • Strategic Planning
  • Digital Transformation

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

IWS Manager

British American Tobacco
09.2023 - Current

Production Cell Manager

British American Tobacco
12.2021 - 09.2023

Supply Chain Manager

British American Tobacco
06.2021 - 12.2021

IWS Manager

British American Tobacco
10.2019 - 12.2019

QA Team Lead

Procter & Gamble
01.2017 - 10.2019

Production Team Leader

Procter & Gamble
01.2012 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Arts (Honors) - Business And Human Resource Management

Birmingham City University

Diploma - Mechatronic Engineering

Nanyang Polytechnic

Hobbies

Yoga, Reading

Language

German A1 

Wine Sandhi Myint