Wycliffe Orina
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dynamic Packhouse Manager with extensive expertise in optimizing food processing operations and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Proven track record in leading diverse teams, enhancing productivity, and implementing quality assurance measures to drive continuous improvement.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Packhouse Manager
pure harvest (EPZ) Ltd
Rumuruti
02.2022 - 08.2026
- In charge of Avocado packhouse operations.
- Managed avocado procurement from large orchards and small-scale growers to maintain supply chain efficiency.
- Processed and packed raw and ready-to-eat avocados for export and local markets, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- In charge of Food Safety audits and compliance.
- Head of HACCP & Lean Management.
- In charge of shelf-life analysis, NPD and product cold chain management.
- Oversaw safety inspections, staff coaching, and performance reviews.
- Coordinated container booking and loading for sea freight to ensure timely deliveries.
Packhouse Manager
Kenya Horticultural Exporters (1976) Ltd
Nairobi
06.2020 - 02.2022
- Oversaw packhouse operations, ensuring adherence to product standards and optimizing workflow.
- Coordinated raw material procurement to align with production schedules and minimize delays.
- Led HACCP team and implemented lean management practices to enhance operational efficiency.
- In charge of Food Safety audits and compliance.
- In charge of NPD,EPD and ensuring that the cold chain management of both raw material and finished products is observed.
- Head of productivity improvement programs.
- FUNCTIONS (Processing and packing of prepared vegetables and berries for both local and export markets)
Packhouse Manager
Forest Gate (EPZ) Ltd
Rumuruti
10.2013 - 08.2019
- Managed packhouse operations and ensured compliance with food safety standards.
- In charge of Food Safety audits and compliance (EPZA & KRA).
- Head of HACCP & Lean Management teams.
- Coordinated productivity initiatives and monitored cost management efforts.
- In charge of Drove initiatives for product innovation and improvement..
- Conducted safety inspections, coached staff, and facilitated performance reviews.
- FUNCTIONS (Processing and packing of vegetables, berries and salads for both local and export markets)
Prepared Factory Packhouse Manager
AAA Growers
Thika
05.2011 - 10.2013
- In charge of packhouse operations (production & Quality - Vegetables)
- Oversaw operations in the processing and packing of vegetables for export.
- Led HACCP team to ensure food safety compliance.
- Managed production planning and order management to align with operational goals.
- Led NPD and EPD initiatives, successfully launching stir-fry production lines.
- Recruitment and staff training.
- Coordinated customer visits to strengthen relationships and improve client engagement.
Prepared Factory Packhouse Manager
Vegpro Group
Nairobi
01.2009 - 05.2011
- Head of factory operations (Production & Quality).
- Led lean management and HACCP teams to enhance operational standards.
- Oversaw production control plans and conducted supplier evaluations to ensure quality compliance.
- Executed processing and packing of vegetables and fruits for export
- Developed sales plans while supervising staff development to align team capabilities with business objectives.
Premium Factory Packhouse Manager
Vegpro Group
Nairobi
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Managed premium factory operations, overseeing production and quality to maintain high standards
- Ensured efficient use of raw materials and executed orders on time to meet customer demands
- Led audit preparations for BRC, SMETA, TESCO, M&S, JS & MORRISONS to ensure compliance and quality assurance
- Executed processing and packing functions for prepackagedaged vegetables in the export market. (Processing and packing of prepack vegetables for export market)
Production Supervisor
Vegpro Group
Nairobi
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Led production activities in packhouse, achieving production targets.
- Ensured food safety and quality while maintaining efficiency in production activities on production lines.
- Improved production through workflow re-design.
- Recognized for contributions to production efficiency.
- Trained new employees on customer product specifications and quality parameters.
- Resolved staff grievances on the shop floor.
Education
Ass degree -
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
Kiambu county - KenyaHigh School Certificate - Kenya Certificate of secondary Education (KCSE) -
Sameta High School
Kisii County - KenyaSkills
- Quality assurance (HACCP, OSHA)
- Food safety compliance
- Lean management & continuous improvement
- Strategic planning & production optimization
- Data-driven inventory management
- Production planning
- Strong leadership & team management
- Training & staff development
- Customer-oriented operations
- Adaptability to change
Personal Information
Title: Packhouse/Production Manager
Interests
Farming, Reading (food & nutrition, motivational books), Community work (tree planting, youth mentorship)
Accomplishments
- Led production processes in multiple food processing factories
- Lean management & Kaizen champion
- HACCP team leader across several companies
- Supervised teams of 200+ employees
- Developed production control plans and improved productivity
Education & Training
- Computer Applications Certificate – KIPS
- HACCP Intermediate Course – ACERT Africa
- Supervisory & Management Skills – FKE
- Productivity Improvement Training – FKE
Timeline
Packhouse Manager
pure harvest (EPZ) Ltd
02.2022 - 08.2026
Packhouse Manager
Kenya Horticultural Exporters (1976) Ltd
06.2020 - 02.2022
Packhouse Manager
Forest Gate (EPZ) Ltd
10.2013 - 08.2019
Prepared Factory Packhouse Manager
AAA Growers
05.2011 - 10.2013
Prepared Factory Packhouse Manager
Vegpro Group
01.2009 - 05.2011
Premium Factory Packhouse Manager
Vegpro Group
01.2004 - 01.2009
Production Supervisor
Vegpro Group
01.2001 - 01.2002
Ass degree -
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
High School Certificate - Kenya Certificate of secondary Education (KCSE) -
Sameta High School