Muhammad Ashar (Ch)

Innovative Sock Technical Specialist with over 7 years of experience in circular knitting and Research & Innovation (R&I), specializing in next-generation performance products. Skilled in production control, safety standards, and labor compliance, ensuring ethical and efficient manufacturing processes. Adept at leading R&I projects, optimizing product performance, and bringing advanced concepts from prototype to market.

Experienced in operating Lonati series machines (LB, GE, GK, GL, FL, G, L), as well as ZouYou and Rumi machines. Proficient in Lonati App GR6 D3+ and Orion software.

Functional Specialist – Research & Innovation Dept. at Interloop Limited (2024-01 – Present)

Operations Liaison – R&I at Interloop Limited (2021-01 – 2023-12)

Spearheaded New Product Introduction (NPI) by developing experimental sock architectures and sustainable fabric solutions. Applied advanced Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to resolve complex production issues. Integrated diverse yarn structures to meet bespoke client specifications, supported by global technical training in advanced knitting programming.

Directed technical teams in production planning, yarn configuration, and new article setup. Specialized in rapid machine changeovers and resolving complex fabric faults to minimize downtime. Ensured zero-defect output and streamlined workflows through effective leadership and process optimization, consistently improving operational efficiency.

• Successfully reduced the cycle time of a complex article by 73%, optimizing it from 15 minutes to 4 minutes.
• Consistently decreased production cycle times across various articles, significantly improving overall machine output and operational efficiency.
• Led the integration of sustainable yarns such as Eco-flex, Banana, Hemp, and Yulex into products for hosiery, denim, and apparel applications.
• Specialized in motif-free designs and variable needle count programming on Lonati machines to enhance product quality, precision, and performance.

Production Team Lead at Interloop Limited (2019-01 – 2021-12)

Directed technical teams in production planning, yarn configuration, and new article setup. Specialized in rapid machine changeovers and resolving complex fabric faults to minimize downtime. Ensured zero-defect output and streamlined workflows through effective leadership and process optimization, consistently improving operational efficiency.

Technical Trainee (TTS) at Interloop Limited (2019-01 – 2019-04)

Trained in knitting machine assembly, disassembly, and precision calibration. Skilled in managing knitting cycles, yarn loading, and technical troubleshooting. Applied 5S methodology to optimize production flow and enhance team efficiency.

Quality Inspector at Chenab Engineering Works & Foundries Pvt Ltd (2018-04 – 2019-02)

Expert in mechanical component fabrication and rigorous technical inspection. Skilled in production control and quality verification using Vernier Calipers, Micrometers, and various gauges. Maintained 100% engineering standards by identifying defects and optimizing manufacturing workflows for maximum reliability and precision.

Internship at Aala Processing Industries (Pvt.) Ltd. (2018-01 – 2018-02)

Internship at Usman Cloth Mills (Pvt.) Ltd. (2014-01 – 2014-01)

Internship at Ibrahim Textile Dyeing Ind. (Pvt.) Ltd. (2014-01 – 2014-01)

Bachelor of Arts in B.A. – Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU)

DAE in Mechanical (2014-01 – 2017-12)

Matriculation in Science (2013-01 – 2014-12)