Kashiefa Isaacs
@kashiefaisaacs
I am an experienced manufacturing leader driving operational excellence, quality and continuous improvement.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a manufacturing professional with 20+ years of progressive experience in production operations, team supervision, quality systems, and continuous improvement.
I have led daily manufacturing operations from machine operator through First Line Leader/Production Manager roles, implementing ERP systems (SAP, Sage 300), enforcing GMP/QMS standards, and applying Lean tools to improve line efficiency, inventory control, and compliance.
I deliver operational excellence through SOPs, process validation, audits, and EHS enforcement, and I am seeking opportunities to lead teams, optimize processes, and drive measurable improvements in a safety-focused manufacturing environment.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Suture Plant Administrator
Gabler Medical
Nov 2024 - May 2025 (6 months)
Administered suture plant operations during a 6-month contract, recording production outputs via Sage 300 and managing physical and system stock controls to ensure reporting and documentation accuracy.
First Line Leader / Production Manager
GlaxoSmithKline / Haleon
Jan 2014 - Jan 2023 (9 years)
Led daily manufacturing operations and production teams from 2014 to 2023, managing shift planning, attendance, and compliance with QMS/GMP to meet production KPIs and improve line efficiency.
Packaging Laboratory Technician
GlaxoSmithKline / Haleon
Jan 2008 - Jan 2014 (6 years)
Performed packaging material testing under SOP and GMP from 2008 to 2014, managing deviation documentation, supporting audits, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Machine Operator
GlaxoSmithKline / Haleon
Jan 2002 - Jan 2008 (6 years)
Operated production machinery per SOPs from 2002 to 2008, supporting packaging activities and maintaining line efficiency.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
SBuys Pharmacy Academy
Pharmacist Assistant Course, Pharmacy
2023 -
Enrolled in a Pharmacist Assistant course at SBuys Pharmacy Academy, started in 2023 and expected to complete in 2024 (in progress).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
Job categories
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