Arshad Mahmood

Senior Analytical Chemist with 25+ years of industrial laboratory experience supporting petrochemical, fertilizer and UK GMP manufacturing operations. Extensive expertise in incoming chemical inspection, raw material approval, wet chemistry, water treatment, environmental analysis, in-process quality control, laboratory supervision, supplier quality, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO/IEC 17025 quality systems. Experienced in analytical troubleshooting, process optimisation, CAPA, ERP/LIMS systems and cross-functional production support.

Available to join immediately and willing to relocate to Pakistan.

QC Goods Analyst & Aerosol Production Line FAT Support at Pet's Choice Ltd (2025-01 – continues)

Perform QC goods-in checks, raw material verification, packaging inspections, and API/bulk/finished product sample analysis within a GMP manufacturing environment.

• Performed incoming inspection of raw materials, packaging materials, labels, cartons, aerosol cans, valves, actuators and production components before production release.
• Maintain QC documentation including test evidence, SOPs, worksheets, BMR-related records, investigation documents and audit-ready records with full traceability and data integrity.
• Supported HACCP implementation, GMP compliance, document control, internal audits and traceability requirements.
• Support OOT/OOS and deviation investigations through result confirmation, batch/document review, instrument/reagent checks, root-cause input, CAPA follow-up and batch release/quarantine recommendations.
• Use HPLC, FTIR, spectrometer, titrators, and Karl Fischer for moisture analysis for routine, release and investigation testing.
• Provide timely analytical decisions, non-conformance reporting and practical technical feedback to production and quality teams during batch issues.
• Coordinated with warehouse, production and quality teams for incoming material approval, quarantine, batch release and non-conforming material investigations.
• Supported production trials, packaging verification, complaint investigations and CAPA implementation to improve product quality.

Process Lead and Document Compliance Control at Bot-Hive (2023-02 – 2024-12)

• Prepared and controlled SOPs, QMS, EMS and OH&S procedures, records and compliance documents for ISO alignment and audit evidence.
• Maintained internal/external audit evidence, controlled records, follow-up actions, training records, and health and safety documentation.

QC Chemist at Qatar Petrochemical Company (QAPCO) (2009-05 – 2023-04)

Provided technical, operational and analytical laboratory support to production, utilities, maintenance and quality teams, supporting incoming raw material evaluation, supplier quality, troubleshooting, product quality and continuous plant operations.

• Performed routine environmental, water, wastewater, cooling water, utility water, effluent and soil analysis including pH, conductivity, alkalinity, hardness, TOC, COD, BOD, Oil & Grease, Total Nitrogen, Phosphate, suspended solids, sulphur compounds and metals to support production and regulatory compliance.
• Performed incoming analytical verification of process chemicals, laboratory reagents and raw materials against specifications, reviewed Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and provided technical recommendations for material acceptance prior to production use.
• Supported routine monitoring of industrial water chemistry, process water and utility systems by analyzing critical chemical parameters, identifying deviations and recommending corrective actions to maintain continuous production.
• Participated in production trials, laboratory investigations and process optimisation activities by providing timely analytical data and technical support to production and engineering teams.
• Reviewed analytical trends, KPIs and laboratory data, preparing technical and environmental reports to support process improvement and management decision-making.
• Supported laboratory investigations arising from non-conformance, abnormal analytical trends and customer complaints.
• Ensured laboratory housekeeping, chemical storage and waste disposal complied with HSE and environmental regulations.
• Performed polymer and petrochemical tests including MFI, blown film, cast film, PSC, PSSR, tensile properties, DSC, G-prime, X-ray, FTIR, headspace, ESCR and grade classification.
• Operated, calibrated (CRM), maintained and troubleshot GC-FID/Head space/MS, IC, FTIR, NMR, HPLC/UHPLC, spectrometer, AA/AAS, X-ray, DSC/TGA, tensile testing, UV-Visble Spectrometer, ISE, titrators, Karl Fischer moisture, gas testers, TLV detectors and portable analyzers.
• Operated and interpreted analytical data using ChemStation GC, Galaxie GC, Chromeleon UHPLC/HPLC, Metrohm IC, LIMS and laboratory data management systems to ensure accurate reporting, traceability and data integrity.
• Led/supported OOT, OOS, abnormal and non-conforming result investigations by reviewing analytical history, instrument status, calibration/control charts, batch records and possible process causes.
• Reviewed analytical methods, calibration status, SQC/control charts, instrument performance records, validation requirements, and quality control data to ensure reliable and audit-ready results.
• Prepared and maintained QMS, EMS and OH&S manuals, procedures and records; supported HSEQ policy compliance, ISO 14001, ISO 17025 support, IMS, 5S, LSOI audits and departmental safety requirements.
• Participated in internal and external quality audits, CAPA implementation, preventive action verification and laboratory quality health checks.
• Supervised laboratory personnel during day/shift operations, including work allocation, result verification, staff support, training activities, safe handover and compliance with QMS, EMS, ISO 14001, IMS, Quality Circle, Continuous Improvement, 6sigma and 5S requirements.

Senior Laboratory Technician at Engro Fertilizer Ltd (1997-01 – 2009-05)

• Conducted analysis for ammonia and urea plant samples, feed gas, water, oils, wells, waste, wastewater and environmental samples in a continuous process plant laboratory.
• Coordinated shift laboratory workflow, supported junior technicians, verified results, managed LIMS posting, and ensured safe handover during 24/7 plant laboratory operations.
• Prepared standard solutions, stock solutions, calibration curves, and analytical standards for laboratory methods and instruments.
• Maintained QMS, EMS, ISO 14001, PSM/PSRM, 5S and laboratory safety requirements in a continuous process plant laboratory.
• Managed plant effluent and particulate matter testing for environmental control requirements.

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry – Punjab University

Diploma in Quality Management – Chartered Quality Institute, UK

Advanced Apprenticeship in Laboratory Analysis – Exxon Chemical Pakistan