Syed Muhammad Waqar Azim (CSSGB)

Assistant General Manager Factory Operations at Ismail Industries Limited
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(386) 825-5501
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Karāchi, Sindh, Pakistan, PK

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Murshid Alam

I am proud to pick Waqar for his first job when he came out of university with his masters degree in Chemistry. From day one he demonstrated some key personal attributes like learning skill, attention to detail, understanding bigger picture, hard work and commitment that helped to shape his growth in organization. He was promoted to QC Supervisor in a very short time and proved to be one of the best leading a complex in to outbound quality process.Waqar demonstrated his people management skills and grip on numbers and KPI,s during this time and led his promotion to production manager and later on as Operations Manager.Waqar is Proactive and Heart led leader with consistent performance and delivery. His analytical skills are excellent. His integrity and commitment is beyond doubt.An asset for any organization. I am also proud to be his first Manager and very happy to see his growth. One of my best pick.

MUHAMMAD KAMRAN KHAN

S.M WAQAR AZEEM is a very nice person . He is talented, passionate, good spokesman and wide knowledge regarding Food , Q MS and HACCP. May GOD bless him .

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Credentials

  • “Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB)” from Singapore Quality Institute International (SQII)
    SQII

Experience

  • Ismail Industries Limited
    • Pakistan
    • Food and Beverage Manufacturing
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Assistant General Manager Factory Operations
      • Jul 2021 - Present

      1-Operations Management: I have directed all facets of the Nutritional business operations, taking charge of production, maintenance, scheduling, warehousing, shipping/receiving, and customer service to ensure seamless and efficient processes.2-Compliance and Quality Assurance: I am committed to upholding the highest standards in food safety. I ensure strict adherence to Food Safety Standards, Local DRAP guidelines, GMP, and QMS Standards throughout production, storage, and distribution processes.3-Budget and Cost Control: I have a proven track record of achieving budgeted production costs by effectively managing raw material, power & fuel, manpower, and store expenses, contributing to financial success.4-Efficiency Improvement: My focus on optimization involves continuously improving manufacturing unit efficiencies, such as machine efficiency, material yields, and managing labor and overhead costs in alignment with budgetary goals.5-Performance Tracking System: I have successfully implemented a Plant Performance Tracking System, incorporating key performance indicators (KPIs) covering manufacturing, engineering, quality assurance, manpower levels, and finance for comprehensive performance monitoring.6-Team Development: I am a dedicated coach and developer of staff, fostering high-performing teams. By assigning stretch assignments, I aim to enhance staff skills and drive continuous improvement.7-Health and Safety: Ensuring a safe work environment is of utmost importance to me. I take proactive measures to enforce health and safety guidelines, safeguarding the well-being of employees.8-Cost Savings Initiatives: My proactive approach involves frequent research into cost savings opportunities. I lead and monitor progress in capturing these opportunities, contributing to increased profitability. Show less

    • Senior Manager Production
      • Sep 2017 - Jul 2021

      1-Responsible to make sure Safety, Quality and Productivity during factory operations.2-Responsible for planning and organizing Production Master Schedule.3-Responsible for Overseeing Cost, Quality and Delivery Targets of Production.4-Responsible to make sure the availability of required support and training for factory staff to achieve management goals.5-Liaising with buyers, supply chain, marketing and sales staff for product delivery timelines.6-Responsible for improving company image by collaborating with customers, government, community organizations, and employees; enforcing ethical business practices.7-Responsible for yearly appraisal/performance management of employee & objectives in order to improve productivity and organizational capability. Show less

    • Production Manager
      • Dec 2012 - Sep 2017

      1. Responsible for Team Management and efficient utilization of available resources to achieve Production targets of Cost, Quality and Delivery. (Snack Division + WFP/UNICEF Division)2. Responsible for managing all production activities including Monitoring, Analysis and reduction Of Down time & Wastage in order to improve plant capacity, Efficiency and Profitability.3. Ensure and maintain Good hygiene practice and GMP/PRP across the whole plant. (Target is Zero Salmonella and Enterobacteriaceae EB)4. Responsible for the Production of Ready To Use Supplementary Food (RUSF) And Ready To Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) with set standards of Codex and WFP/UNICEF. 5. Prepare production plan and KPI monitoring / reporting to ensure its timely execution. 6. Planning & implementing of internal / external audits according to ISO 9001, ISO 22000 Including HACCP requirements & OHSAS 18001.7. Responsible for applying the concept of Planning Wheel, Schedule Adherence and OEE For 24 Hours 6/7 Operations.8. Manage Functional expense Vs Functional Budget and keep Control on any over Budget expense to maintain the profitability of product.9. Coordinate with Supply Chain, Sales & Marketing, Logistic and Accounts functions for smooth and cost effective Operation.10 Responsible for the compliance of defined Environmental objectives for identified aspect and to Prepare Environmental Management Programs for the department.Achievements:1-Established Effective Monthly Management Review Meeting (MRM) System for continuous Improvement.2-Managed to Reduce Bag Roll wastage from 10.7% to less than 2.0%, which translates 6.0 Million Saving.3-Improved Good Hygiene Practice (GHP) to Zero Salmonella and EB in World Food Program (WFP) Manufacturing. Show less

  • S.C.Johnson & Sons Pakistan
    • Manager Operations
      • Jan 2012 - Dec 2012

      1. Lead Manufacturing, Quality Control and Maintenance.2. Manage production planning and KPI monitoring / reporting. 3. Manage aerosol and contractual services third parties.4. Act as Management Representative in ISO process.5. Lead for LEAN training and local roll out.6. Lead cost reduction initiatives & NPD projects.7. Represent PS in S&OP meetings.8. Lead SHE and coordinate with global SHE team.Achievements:1-Lead MDI & OEE (Over all equipment effectiveness) Project and improved OEE from 60% to 65%.2-Reduced Production Wastages from 2 % to 0.5 % of COGS (Annual Saving Up to $ 50000).3-Improved Schedule Adherence from 45% to 69%, through Implementing Comprehensive Production Planning (MRP) according to Global Guideline. Show less

    • Assistant Manger Production
      • Mar 2006 - Jan 2012

      1. Responsible for all aspects of manufacturing to produce high quality product line in accordance with company’s Quality, Cost, and Delivery Targets.2. Develops, recommends and implements measures to improve Production Methods, Equipment efficiency, Resource Performance, and Quality of Product.3. Responsible for establishing the direction, focus, and motivation of the team for Quality, Safety and Productivity.4. Manage Production resources & process to obtain maximum efficiency.5. Responsible for execution of Production Planning, MPC.6. Prepare various reports (Daily production status, Daily Dispatch status, Work Order reports, Monthly production bulletin, wastage summary, etc) for management review. 7. Quarterly Statistical Analysis of Production KPIs.8. Evaluate Process Measure, Process Mapping, Process efficiency (Six Sigma).9. Successfully handle Internal Audit, ISO audit and Monthly & Yearly Audit form local and global team.10. Daily Monitoring and coordination with Lahore Operation and Third Party Operation for Aerosol ManufacturingAchievements:1-Established and monitor the Quality procedure manual for ISO 9001:2008 & ISO 22000:2005 During ISO Certification.2-As a super user of BSI Entropy™ Software (integrated management system for ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, ISO 13485, and/or ISO 9001) developed and implemented SHE-Q Policies & infrastructure as a part of MENA regional Team. Show less

    • Quality Control Supervisor
      • Mar 2003 - Mar 2006

      1. Responsible to maintain quality of our products in order to ensure Customer Satisfaction and reduce the cost associated with the image and scrapping of defective goods.2. Application of different SPC formulas to find out the Process Variation & Process Capabilities, UCL & LCL, USL & LSL.3. Supervise the Running and Calibration of sophisticated Analytical instrument Like Gas Chromatograph, Karl Fisher, Visco meter etc.4. Implementation many of 7 Basic Tools of QC to Process to find out the processtrend and product Quality.5. Completed initial work regarding SIX SIGMA for maintaining the quality level ofOur product.6. Supervise and done various chemical testing like, Active (Allethrin) analysis,Water analysis, moisture and viscosity analysis, preparation of standard and internal standard solution, compatibility testing of different packaging material etc. 7. Analysis of different sample (oil and water base) during process/line as per S.C.Johnson testing procedure and ASTM Methods.8. Testing of Raw & packaging and batches of different products as per procedure.9. Actively involved in R&D (Research and Development) as a Key member for Activities including shelf life determination and chemical combination as perGlobal formula card and guide line.10. Successfully handle customer complaints and positive communication with the customers.Achievements:1-Successfully completed EPD (Existing Product Development) Project of our local and global product And Global harmonization of Aerosol Project.2-Modified and set up different GAS Chromatographic methods for the Analysis of Oil Based Products. Show less

Education

  • University of Karachi
    M.Sc, 1st Division
    1999 - 2002
  • Karachi University
    Master's degree, Chemistry

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