Racquel Tadina, also known as "Racky" by her peers, recently celebrated her 25th birthday. Since her college days, she has embraced this nickname, reflecting her approachable and friendly nature. She is currently the Senior Project Industrial Engineer (IE) under the OPGM Team at Asiapro Multipurpose Cooperative, where each day brings new challenges and opportunities for innovation.
Professional Environment and Team Dynamics
Racquel's typical day begins with a positive greeting and project updates. Her team meticulously monitors timelines and progress, fostering a balanced office atmosphere where dedication to achieving excellent results coexists with a light-hearted environment. This equilibrium underscores their commitment to both productivity and team morale.
Inspiration and Career Path
Racky’s journey into Industrial Engineering was inspired by her sister, who found the field fascinating and encouraged her to pursue it. This advice left a lasting impact, guiding Racky through various projects across multiple industries within the cooperative. Her expertise lies in optimizing processes, improving efficiency, and reducing costs through methods like time and motion studies. Racky utilizes a range of tools and embraces continuous improvement, collaborating with teams across business platforms to align engineering principles with business objectives.
Leadership and Innovation
In her role as a Senior Project Industrial Engineer, Racquel's responsibilities extend beyond mere task management. She champions innovative ideas and ensures that projects remain on track. Her team is pivotal in devising growth plans for the cooperative, working closely with all stakeholders, and maintaining clear communication across business platforms to meet customer and client needs. By leveraging data for informed decision-making, continuously learning through analysis, proposing improved processes, and providing solutions, Racquel and her team inspire innovation and drive project success.
Cooperative Culture
Racquel’s initial perception of a cooperative was one where people are prioritized and members are highly valued. This impression has been consistently reinforced throughout her tenure. She has observed firsthand how inclusive decision-making processes and a genuine commitment to mutual support underpin the cooperative’s operations. Being part of an organization that prioritizes people and fosters a positive, inclusive environment is truly motivating for her.
Value of Working in a Cooperative
Racquel appreciates the familial atmosphere inherent in cooperative work. Decisions are made collaboratively, success is collectively shared, and community welfare is paramount. Core values such as teamwork, job security, continuous learning, and fairness are integral to the cooperative’s ethos.
Advice to the Younger Generation
To the younger generation considering joining or already part of the cooperative, Racky emphasizes the importance of teamwork and active participation. She encourages them to share their ideas and contribute to shaping the cooperative’s future. Racky believes that enthusiasm and innovative thoughts are crucial for the cooperative’s continuous improvement.
Academic and Professional Excellence
From her early school days through college, Racky has been dedicated to excellence and actively involved in various organizations. Her academic journey is marked by honors and involvement in extracurricular activities, including international competitions. She achieved 2nd Place in the Lean Six Sigma Case Study Competition (May 2020, Industrial Engineering and Operations Management Society International, Dubai) and 3rd Place in the Senior Design Project Competition at the 2021 IEOM Indonesian Awards. Additionally, Racky pursued certifications in Lean Six Sigma White & Yellow Belt and Safety Officer Levels 1 & 2 to enhance her skills and prepare for real-world challenges.
Driving Process Improvement Initiatives
As a Senior Project Industrial Engineer, Racquel’s primary objective is to drive process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and accountability within the organization. A notable project involved optimizing the Cash Advance Liquidation (CAL) request process. Through collaboration with cross-functional teams, they identified improvement areas and implemented strategic changes, resulting in a 72% improvement by reducing review time and a 67% improvement by decreasing total processing time. These enhancements not only expedited operations but also improved compliance and accountability, leading to a 48% decrease in unliquidated cash advances.With her first bidding project, the MSG-NW Team won a 3-year contract for janitorial services at a solar site in Cayanga, Pangasinan. Racky helped the team with costs, coordination, and presentations to the client.
Racquel is highly regarded for her humor, thoughtfulness, and dependability. As a leader, she is consistently prepared to undertake projects and eager to learn and grow. She exemplifies the qualities of a dedicated and innovative Industrial Engineer. Her commitment to excellence, team spirit, and continuous improvement drives success in every project she undertakes, making her a valued leader and team member at Asiapro Multipurpose Cooperative. As her colleagues attest, Racky is a joy to work with, dependable and capable of fostering a positive and productive work environment.
