Ashjan Alsalmi
Riyadh
Summary
Quality Expert with over 6 years of practical experience in quality management, auditing, accreditation, policy and procedure development, and corporate governance. Proven ability in implementing quality systems in line with international standards, leading internal assessments, and promoting continuous improvement across technical departments and operational processes.
Highly experienced in coordinating with regulatory—both governmental and private—and accreditation bodies, locally and internationally, to ensure compliance with up-to-date legislation and technical specifications, while supporting business development and sustainability. Adept at driving institutional change initiatives and committed to achieving the organization’s vision and objectives through professional execution and effective leadership.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality / PRE-Qualification Manager
Quality Techno Certification
03.2021 - Current
- Oversaw the implementation of a Quality Management System (QMS) such as ISO 9001 and ISO 17020, ISO 17029 , ISO 14001, ISO 45001 aligned with the latest international standards as well as SASO and SFDA regulations. to ensure organizational excellence.
- Successfully designed, implemented, and managed a Quality Management System in coordination with executive leadership, leading to full accreditation from GAC and SAAC across multiple scopes.
- Developed and formalized quality policies, controls, and procedures for over 24 inspection scopes, contributing to regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
- Conducted reviews of QA/QC submittals submitted by contractors to ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
- Served as a certified SASO and SAAC Lead Auditor, approving biodegradable plastics and chemical products for quality marks under national regulations.
- Established and executed a robust pre-qualification and compliance assessment process for potential clients, partners, and projects.
- Evaluated project and partnership opportunities based on technical feasibility, financial viability, and strategic alignment with corporate goals; prepared detailed technical and financial proposals.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess and validate project proposals, ensuring alignment with organizational capabilities and risk appetite.
- Supported the development and execution of internal and external communication strategies to engage stakeholders effectively.
QA/QC Acting Manager
Gulf Salt Company
12.2019 - 11.2021
- Implemented, developed, and monitored the Quality Management System in cooperation with the Management in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000:2018, HACCP
- Trained and supervised a lab personnel
- Designed experiments, and delegated it to other team members QA, QC, and safety
- Oversaw all quality-related issues, to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction
- Reviewed, tested products and complied it with SFDA Standards and SASO Quality regulations
- Knowledgeable in requirements for developing the products quality and marketing.
Laboratory Technician
Feedco - Ejada labs
Dammam, Eastern Province
11.2014 - 08.2015
- Worked on chemical and physical analysis of food, feed, plants, soil, and water etc
- Implemented and monitored a Quality Management System in ISO/IEC 17025:2005
- Worked with analytical instruments such as VICAM, and spectrometers
Education
Master of Science - Inorganic/ Material Chemistry Candidate
Oregon State University
Corvalis09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry College of Science
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University Dammam
Dammam06.2014
Skills
- ISO 9001 familiarity
- Quality systems management
- Quality system auditing
- Training and mentoring capabilities
- Continuous improvement focus
- Customer satisfaction orientation
- Root Cause Analysis
- Team Leadership
- Process Improvement
- Risk Assessment
- Strategic thinker
- Auditor certification
- SAP system knowledge
- Knowledge of oracle
Certification
- Lead GHG Validator/Verifier (ISO 14064)
- Quality ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditors Training
- FSSC 22000 V5.1
- Laboratory Risk Assessment and Management
- Auditor for ISO 22000:2018
- Auditor for ISO 17020:2012
- Auditor for ISO 17025:2017
- Auditor for ISO 14001
- Auditor for ISO 45001
- Auditor for ISO 17021
- Auditor for ISO 17029
- 30-hour General Industry Safety and Health
- ISO GUIDE 98-1:2009
- Assessor/Lead Assessor for the operation of various types of bodies performing inspection - ISO/IEC 17020
Timeline
Quality / PRE-Qualification Manager
Quality Techno Certification
03.2021 - Current
QA/QC Acting Manager
Gulf Salt Company
12.2019 - 11.2021
Laboratory Technician
Feedco - Ejada labs
11.2014 - 08.2015
Master of Science - Inorganic/ Material Chemistry Candidate
Oregon State University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry College of Science
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University Dammam
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