Iqbal Jawed

Results-driven Polymer Engineer with 15+ years of experience in PET preform manufacturing, injection molding operations, process engineering, production management, and plant commissioning. Extensive expertise in Husky HyPET injection molding systems, ASB stretch blow molding machines, process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. Experienced in managing production operations with an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 2.8 billion PET preforms.

Proven track record of improving machine performance from 98% to 99%, increasing OEE from 83% to 85%, and reducing quality losses from 1.0% to 0.75% through process optimization and operational excellence. Strong background in team leadership, HSE compliance, quality management, and manufacturing KPI achievement.

Senior Assistant Manager – Production & Process Engineering - NOVATEX LIMITED - Karachi, Pakistan

(2011-07)

Leading production and process operations for PET preform manufacturing facilities equipped with Husky injection molding systems, ASB stretch blow molding machines, robotic handling systems, and Piovan drying technologies.

• Manage daily production activities to achieve production, quality, safety, and efficiency targets.
• Supervise operations of 11 Husky injection molding machines including HyPET, HyPET HPP 4.0, HyPET HPP 5.0, and multilayer systems.
• Optimize process parameters, machine performance, and cycle times to maximize productivity.
• Troubleshoot molding defects, process abnormalities, and equipment-related issues.
• Coordinate machine setups, product changeovers, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Monitor and control production KPI's including OEE, machine performance, yield loss, quality losses, downtime, and energy consumption.
• Lead production manpower and coordinate activities among Production, Maintenance, Quality, Utilities, and Warehouse departments.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and serve as Emergency Response Team Leader.
• Perform calibration and alignment of molds, injection units, stripper plates, clamps, robots, and auxiliary systems.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity enhancement, waste reduction, and cost optimization.
• Managed production operations supporting an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 2.8 billion PET preforms.
• Improved machine performance from 98% to 99% through process optimization and operational improvements.
• Increased Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) from 83% to 85% by reducing downtime and improving process efficiency.
• Reduced quality losses from 1.0% to 0.75% through enhanced process controls and troubleshooting initiatives.
• Achieved 100% Production Plan Compliance through effective production scheduling and resource utilization.
• Maintained Zero Total Incident Rate (TIR) and Zero Lost-Time Accidents through strong HSE leadership and safety compliance.
• Successfully supported commissioning and startup of advanced Husky PET manufacturing systems.

Bachelor of Polymer Engineering - Polymer - Hamdard University, Plastic Technology Center (PTC) (2006 - 2010)