Christopher Ramdhani

Professional Experience

Director of Operations & Engineering, Calypso Hut
June 2023 – Present
Oversee operations across multiple locations, focusing on efficiency, customer satisfaction, and profitability. Key responsibilities include developing and improving SOPs, monitoring operational metrics, managing sales targets, optimizing costs, and implementing technology solutions. Collaborate with marketing to drive revenue and lead business growth initiatives. Manage procurement, supply chain, and workforce strategies, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards.

Engineering & Maintenance Lead, Terrascend Canada Inc.
Nov 2020 – June 2023
Coordinated preventative and emergency maintenance programs, managed equipment calibration, and maintained CMMS software. Led the development of maintenance schedules, tracked equipment performance, and ensured compliance with health and safety regulations. Managed contractor work, executed engineering projects, and implemented key initiatives, including CMMS implementation and maintenance budget optimization.

Production Training Coordinator, Terrascend Canada Inc.
July 2019 – Nov 2020
Developed and delivered training programs for production staff, ensuring compliance with GMP and internal SOPs. Led non-conformance investigations, managed CAPA activities, and optimized maintenance programs. Facilitated the onboarding of new hires and collaborated on change management projects to improve operational efficiency.

Coordinator Competency Development – Production Support, Apotex Inc.
June 2018 – July 2019
Led training programs to ensure staff compliance with regulatory policies and job requirements. Collaborated with management to close competency gaps and conducted coaching and follow-up programs. Managed onboarding, monthly compliance meetings, and improved training systems to enhance staff performance.

Team Lead/Trainer/Pharmaceutical Technician, Apotex Inc.
May 2007 – June 2018
Led projects to improve pharmaceutical production processes, implemented LEAN and Six Sigma practices, and managed cross-functional teams. Conducted investigations into quality issues and improved processes to reduce waste and enhance production efficiency. Trained new technicians and ensured adherence to cGMP standards.

Education

Bachelor of Health Science (In Progress), Athabasca University
Currently working towards a degree in Health Science, focusing on building knowledge and skills relevant to operations, engineering, and healthcare management.

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Gained expertise in project management principles and practices, including leadership, strategic planning, and execution of projects to meet organizational goals. Completed 37 PDUs and 40 VMEdu Recertification Units.

Diploma, Toronto Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology
Developed skills in pharmaceutical research, quality assurance, and manufacturing technology, preparing for roles in the pharmaceutical industry and technical operations.

Business Administration, Centennial College
Gained foundational knowledge in business management, operations, and organizational strategy, applicable to managing enterprises in various industries.