Sam Kumar

Engineering & Operations Leader | GMP, FMCG & Regulated Manufacturing | CAPEX, CI & Compliance | Empowering High-Performance Teams

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

About

Strategic and results-driven Operations & Engineering Leader with 20+ years of progressive experience delivering high-impact projects across the medical device, pharmaceutical, FMCG, animal health, and packaging sectors. Adept at driving operational excellence, leading cross-functional teams, and implementing innovative solutions within regulated environments (GMP, ISO13485, FDA, TGA, HACCP). Proven success in capital project delivery, facility management, and quality compliance, supported by strong technical expertise and commercial insight. Recognized for cultivating high-performance cultures and delivering consistent, measurable outcomes.

Experience

  • Head of Engineering, Facilities & Projects at Elanco
    Apr 2022 - May 2025 · 3 yrs 2 mos

  • Engineering and Facility Manger at Australian Pharmaceutical Industries (API)
    Jan 2022 - Apr 2022 · 4 mos

  • Lead Engineer - Process & Projects at Cormack Packaging A TricorBraun Company
    Mar 2021 - Dec 2021 · 10 mos

  • Group Engineering Manager at DEC Pharmaceutical
    Apr 2019 - Mar 2021 · 2 yrs

  • Senior Operations Engineer at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare
    Mar 2013 - Apr 2019 · 6 yrs 2 mos