Imran Ali

Experienced Textile Professional with 18+ years in textile manufacturing, quality assurance, laboratory testing, product development, dyeing, finishing, and production management. Strong expertise in towel and terry production, ISO/IEC 17025 compliance, and process optimization. Proven ability to lead teams, ensure quality standards, and support efficient, high quality manufacturing operations.

Senior Executive officer Front Desk & CRS - SGS Pakistan Pvt. Ltd. - Karachi

(2021-01 - 2025-01)

• Managed front desk operations at SGS Pakistan Testing, ensuring professional handling of visitors, clients, and laboratory stakeholders.
• Coordinated client registration, inquiry handling, and sample receiving documentation in compliance with company procedures.
• Maintained accurate records of incoming samples, test requests, and customer information with proper traceability.
• Ensured smooth communication between clients, laboratory departments, and internal teams for timely service execution.
• Followed standardized SGS procedures for front office operations, ensuring compliance with quality and operational guidelines.
• Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and service updates in a professional and timely manner to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Supported laboratory operations by coordinating sample flow, reporting schedules, and document control activities.
• Maintained a professional and organized front office environment in line with SGS corporate standards.

Manager Finishing & Quality Control - Bari Textile - Karachi

(2018-01 - 2021-01)

• Supervised finishing department operations.
• Expertise in sample preparation and standardized sampling procedures for accurate and representative testing.
• Collected samples from raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods using precision instruments and approved sampling methods.
• Ensured compliance with quality assurance guidelines and established sampling protocols.
• Applied sampling principles to determine appropriate sample locations, sizes, and frequencies based on testing requirements.
• Maintained accuracy, consistency, and traceability throughout the sampling process.

Product & Development Executive - Feroze 1888 Textile Industries

(2011-01 - 2018-01)

• Coordinated dyeing and product development activities for towel and terry products.
• Developed and optimized dyeing recipes to achieve target shades, quality standards, and cost efficiency.
• Managed customer shade development, submissions, and approval processes to meet buyer requirements.
• Liaised with production, laboratory, and quality teams to ensure smooth product development and bulk production.
• Conducted product trials and process evaluations to improve dyeing performance, consistency, and first-time-right approvals.
• Monitored shade matching and colour consistency, ensuring compliance with customer specifications.
• Supported continuous process improvements to enhance productivity, reduce rework, and optimize dyeing operations.

Physical Analyst (ISO 17025 Accredited Laboratory Technician) - Feroze 1888 Textile Industries

(2010-01 - 2011-01)

• Conducted physical testing of textile products in accordance with standard test methods and quality requirements.
• Performed testing of both internal production samples and external customer submissions.
• Prepared and issued accurate laboratory test reports with proper documentation and traceability.
• Ensured compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory quality management system requirements.
• Operated, calibrated, and maintained laboratory testing equipment to ensure reliable and consistent results.
• Supported quality assurance activities through accurate testing, reporting, and adherence to laboratory procedures.

Machine Chemist – Cone Dyeing (Yarn & Fiber) - Feroze 1888 Textile Industries

(2008-01 - 2010-01)

• Controlled dyeing and bleaching operations to ensure consistent process performance and product quality.
• Approved production shades in accordance with customer requirements and quality standards.
• Monitored and adjusted chemical parameters including pH, concentration, temperature, and dosing levels.
• Ensured compliance with quality standards through continuous process monitoring and control.
• Collaborated with production and quality teams to resolve shade variations and process-related issues.
• Optimized chemical usage and process conditions to improve efficiency and reduce rework.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Marketing - University of Karachi (2004-01 - 2004-01)

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Mathematics & Physics - University of Karachi (1999-01 - 1999-01)