Ashraf Ali Abdul Gaffar

• To align with Aramco iktva program and Slb requirements, developed drilling chemicals, production chemicals and cementing additives to manufacture in KSA.
• Developed more than 15 drilling chemicals.
• Developed more than 3 production chemicals.
• Developed more than 5 cementing chemicals.
• In Coordination with sales, developed cost-effective products to increase profitability.
• Improved customer satisfaction with implementation of enhanced quality control measures.
• Streamlined product development processes, improving team efficiency.

Special Projects Handled

• 2016 Installation of New Grinding Mill: Installed 120K per annum capacity vertical roller mill system, to process Barite and Bentonite.
• 2017 Installation of Liquid Chemical Plant: Installed new chemical processing plant, this includes raw material storage, process equipment and drum filling machine.
• 2019 Development of Integrated mineral Processing Plant: Developed a new integrated facility in Dammam third Industrial city to process minerals like, Barite, Bentonite, Calcium Carbonate, Hematite, etc. Total installed capacity 500K per annum.
• 2019 Installation of Liquid Drilling Chemicals Manufacturing Plant: Installed liquid chemicals manufacturing plant, including blenders, reactors, heating and cooling system. Total installed capacity 200K drums per annum.
• Coordinate with sales, plan production to meet client requirements.
• Directed plant and quality control personnel in accordance with quality management system, to meet production and product quality requirements.
• Conducted regular equipment inspections to maintain optimal performance.
• Reduced downtime with proactive maintenance planning and execution.

• Enhanced operational efficiency with the introduction of risk assessment protocols.
• Developed company-wide QHSE policies to promote safety awareness.
• Overhauled waste management procedures; reduced environmental impact considerably.
• Liaised effectively with local authorities, maintained excellent external relations.
• Conducted regular site inspections to maintain optimal working conditions.
• Delivered comprehensive training programmes for increased staff competence in QHSE matters.

• Developed comprehensive lab protocols to maintain consistency in results.
• Promoted a culture of continuous learning amongst the team members, encouraging professional development.
• Managed laboratory budget effectively whilst ensuring all essential supplies were adequately stocked.
• Coordinated with external parties for procurement of necessary lab supplies.
• Served as primary liaison with Aramco during inspections and audits.
• Oversaw quality control checks, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Managed lab equipment maintenance to ensure uninterrupted operations.