Adnan Aftab

Experience

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  Dawlance Group of Companies

  Jan 1995 - Jan 2009

  Sr. Vice President factories
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  Dawlance Private Limited

  Jan 1996 - Oct 2009

  Dawlance pioneered the manufacturing of household's appliances in Pakistan and is widely known for its quality products. They are the first Pakistani company to obtain ISO-9001 / 14000 certification. Presently, Dawlance has three factories and is involved in the business of manufacturing Refrigerators, Deep Freezers, Washing Machines, Split Air-conditioners and Microwave Ovens. During my service here, I have served in most of the departments, as a manager. I have advanced progressively, in a short period of time, based on my performance. My positions in this company are listed below.Synopsis of AchievementsIncreased productivity by applying line balancing technique. Proactive planning & implementation of quality control techniques led to a notable increase in morale in all departments. Drastically reduced potential problems as well as external / internal rate of failure. Complete the washing machine project, which included design, formation, installation, etc. Introduce a new concept of skill matrix training program for employees' skill development. Traveled extensively for the finalization of the plant & machinery. Show less Worked in partnership with the technical director in overseeing and streamlining factory operations and resources. Managed and ensured efficiency in all departments in the refrigerators and washing machine factory. Developed and implemented processes that enhanced capacity of refrigerators and washing machine plantsPropelled growth in productivity by 200% within 2 yearsEffectively coordinated work activities and oversaw 2000 employees with an expense budget of PKR10M Created strategic investment plan for future enhancements Ramped up production output by 30% through the successful implementation of the automated assembly system for refrigerator assembly lineRaised production output by two-folds within2 years during tenure as facility factory manager; successful in developing anotherStreamlined manpower planning and scheduling based on in-depth time and motion study, leading to lower manufacturing costFacilitated growth in productivity by leading the implementation of M.O.S.T (Maynard Operation Sequence Technique) along with line balancing technique, which helped improve manufacturing productivity by 8%Primarily planned and established the washing machine plant project, which involved leading all stages of design, formation, installation and commissioning proceduresSuccessfully established plastic manufacturing units that specializes on injection molding, plastic extrusion and PVC gasket extrusionSignificantly reduced occurrence of future problems in manufacturing operations in all aspects of external / internal rate failureSpearheaded staff in preparing work schedules and assigning specific dutiesPiloted Oracle module implementationStreamlined manpower planning and scheduling based on in-depth time and motion study, leading to lower manufacturing costResponsible for the proficient oversight of the preventive plan implementation of maintenance departmentDirected ordering of spare parts for the plant machinery Show less Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications along with supply chain (arrangement of right material at the right time)Maintained the integrity and efficiency in daily operations by enforcing compliance with all company policies, safety, and quality control standards. Develop and implement production tracking and quality control systems, analyzing production, quality control, maintenance, and other operational reports, to detect production problemsManaged and ensured coordination and efficiency in all movement and storage of materials, work-in-process inventory, and finished productsNegotiated and acquired cost efficient material prices with suppliersReduced rate of non-conformance and raised productivity by applying modern manufacturing techniques Show less Implemented SPC technique and quality tools for better results and supported the general manager in resolving quality problem during manufacturing operations. Closely monitored and reduced outgoing quality index of the product and minimized internal / external rate failure Notably improved employees’ morale using proactive planning and implementation of quality control strategiesInstituted a new concept of skill matrix training program for employees’ skill developmentFacilitated improvement in operations and quality of product through module implementationMaintain current knowledge of the quality control field, relying on current literature pertaining to materials use, technological advances, and statistical studies.Instrumental in leading programs and plans of the ISO-9001 / 14000 implementation and training teamPiloted SPC strategy and other quality control tools to consistently maintain the highest qualities of productsTrimmed down outgoing quality index of the product Show less Served as a member of ISO-9001 / 14000 implementation and training team. Led project product costing, planned and scheduled all activities related to projects and monitored project execution. Set up and administered commissioning of machines, conveyor, and other equipment. Formulated a systematic material management system (KANBAN), which streamlined the supply chain processFunctioned as liaison with other department for arrangement of required utilities in the shopProvided strategic direction in the development and implementation of product designs, to include new glass door deep freezer, a first of its kind deep freezer in PakistanRestructured existing product lines by devising and implementing innovative models of washing machine and refrigerators Show less

  • Sr. Vice President

    Jan 1995 - Oct 2009

  • Factory Manager

    Jul 2005 - Jan 2007

  • Manufacturing Manager

    Jul 2003 - Jul 2005

  • Production Manager

    Mar 2000 - Jul 2003

  • Dy Manager Quality Control

    Jan 1999 - Mar 2000

  • Assistant Manager Design and Development

    Jan 1996 - Mar 2000
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  Dawlance Home Appliances

  Feb 2007 - Aug 2009

  Sr. Vice President Factories

  Prompted increase in efficiency through the successful implementation of a performance measuring system by developing KPIs for all departmentsStrategized the development of investment plans for future enhancementsMaximized cost efficiency and successfully reduced 7% of annual budgeted cost of the factory by implementing departmental dashboards, KPIs, departmental goals and introduction of EMT (Extended management meetings)Reduced manpower to 20% while driving increase in productivity through the implementation of an organizational restructuring program (Regional Championship program) Experience with Lean manufacturing, operational excellence, or process / performance improvement tools ( Kaizen, Process mapping, M.O.S.T studies, setup time reduction, FMEA etc)Organize and facilitate Kaizen events and other performance improvement tools, which reduce lead time by 20% and savings of 500K annuallyEnsured that business processes daily and operational functions were efficiently and effectively providing the needed services while staying within budgetary limitsSuccessfully secured agreements for plant machinery and equipment with foreign suppliersExamined performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvementInitiated improvement plans and proposed locations for new facilities, as well as oversaw remodeling of current facilitiesKey driving force in planning and establishing the Refrigerators manufacturing plant project, which involved leading all stages of design, formation, installation and commissioning proceduresReduced Working Capital blocked in the entire Supply Chain and monitor Cost-effective Procurement (Right price from the right source in the right currency)Develop & Implement Safety culture and ensure compliance with all EH&S requirementDetermined staffing requirements, and interviewed, hired and trained new employees, and directed those personnel processes Show less

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  Pak Elektron Limited

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2016

  General Manager Manufacturing

  Setting up the LG Appliances Manufacturing plant in PEL., as LG and PEL are now strategic partners in Pakistan

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  Singer Pakistan Limited

  Jan 2016 - Jul 2020

  Director Operations
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  Waves cool industries pvt ltd

  Jan 2017 - Jul 2020

  Director Technical
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  Air Link Communication Ltd

  Jul 2020 - Apr 2023

  General Manager Factory

  Setting up pakistan First state of the Art Mobile phone Manufacturing factory

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  Select Technology (Pvt.) Limited. A fully owned subsidary of Airlink Communication Limited

  Apr 2023 - now

  Chief Executive Officer

  Select Technologies are into Manufacturing of Xiaomi Smart phones