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TAREQ AL-FAQIH

Dammam

Summary

Experienced Production Manager with 17 years of experience in packaging industry. Delivered annual savings of 1.5M SAR through strategic planning, achieving 10% increase in Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) and reducing waste by 15%.

Proficient in utilizing Six Sigma methodologies, cost optimization techniques, and data-driven decision-making to drive operational excellence. Demonstrated expertise in leading teams of 150+ individuals, managing a fleet of 59 machines, and aligning operational strategies with business objectives.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Manager

Saudi Arabian Packaging Industry
07.2023 - Current
  • Directed plant operations, led 150+ staff, and managed 59 machines
  • Achieved 10% OEE increase and reduced waste by 15% through process improvements
  • Administered the annual budget, aligning operational goals with financial targets

Production Lead

Saudi Arabian Packaging Industry
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Led cross-functional teams, enhancing productivity and operational efficiency
  • Oversaw production for key lines, achieving and surpassing quality and delivery targets through effective management and innovation

Senior Production Supervisor

Saudi Arabian Packaging Industry
03.2021 - 01.2023
  • Orchestrated daily operations, safety programs, and training initiatives, leading to a landmark achievement of zero accidents
  • Pioneered a comprehensive training regime, reducing labor costs and significantly improving quality control

Team Leader

Saudi Arabian Packaging Industry
06.2014 - 03.2021
  • Led a team of 40+, implementing solutions to reduce downtime and improve production efficiency

Production Supervisor

Saudi Arabian Packaging Industry
03.2010 - 01.2021
  • Played a key role in streamlining manufacturing processes, achieving cost reductions and efficiency gains

Line Setter

Saudi Arabian Packaging Industry
02.2007 - 03.2010
  • Led the commissioning of new equipment, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards, significantly enhancing production capabilities

Education

MBA - Global Management & Leadership

Learner University | Swiss School of Management
03.2025

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering -

International Arab Academy
01.2022

Diploma - Pharmacy

Al Qabas
01.2006

Skills

  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Six Sigma
  • Quality Control
  • ISO standards
  • HACCP standards
  • GMP standards
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Safety Management
  • OSHA standards
  • Project Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Team Leadership
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Communication
  • Time Management
  • Adaptability
  • Strategic Planning
  • Financial Acumen
  • Innovation
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Sustainability
  • Software and Systems
  • ERP systems
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Power BI
  • Data Visualization
  • Dashboard Creation
  • Production scheduling
  • Staff management
  • Operations management
  • Production planning

Certification

  • Power BI Certification, 2024
  • Project Management Professional (PMP), 2023
  • Finance for Non-Finance Professionals, 2023
  • Six Sigma Green Belt, 2022, 2020
  • ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems (EMS), 2021
  • ISO 22301:2019 Business Continuity Management System (BCMS), 2021
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel, Master certificate, 2020
  • OSHA-IBOEHS 30-Hour General Industry Safety and Health, 2020
  • HACCP - FSSC 22000:2018 Food Safety Management, Certification
  • Certified Internal Auditor for ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems (QMS), Ongoing since 2013

Accomplishments

  • Innovatively pioneered in-house fabrication strategies, achieving a groundbreaking 20% reduction in spare parts costs within the first year, saving the company over 300K SAR annually.
  • Masterfully applied Six Sigma methodologies across 3 production lines, slashing scrap rates by an average of 20% from 2019 to 2021, which translated to an annual cost saving of over 230K SAR.
  • Spearheaded the successful launch and integration of a $1M production machine, enhancing operational efficiency by 20%.
  • Initiated and executed comprehensive project plans leading to substantial cost savings: The first project reduced conversion costs from 1.8 million SAR to 341K SAR annually. The second project slashed operational costs from 758K SAR to 132K SAR annually. The third project cut annual costs from 1.1 million SAR to 445K SAR, significantly impacting the bottom line.
  • Designed and implemented advanced Power BI dashboards to monitor critical metrics, including Production, Scheduling, Downtime, OEE, Reporting, MES Activities, and Incentive Tracking, significantly enhancing data accessibility, operational transparency, and real-time decision-making for department heads and executives.

Languages

English
Arabic

Current Location

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Personal Information

Visa Status: Eligible to work in Saudi Arabia, open to relocation and opportunities worldwide.

Skills And Expertise

Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma: Streamlining processes, reducing waste., Quality Control: Ensuring products meet ISO, HACCP, GMP standards., Supply Chain Management: Optimizing procurement and logistics., Equipment Maintenance: Implementing preventive maintenance programs., Safety Management: Upholding OSHA standards for workplace safety., Project Management: Overseeing projects from initiation to completion., Data Analysis: Leveraging data for strategic decision-making., Team Leadership: Inspiring and guiding teams towards goals., Conflict Resolution: Efficiently resolving workplace conflicts., Communication: Clear, effective cross-departmental collaboration., Time Management: Prioritizing tasks to meet tight deadlines., Adaptability: Adjusting strategies to meet changing demands., Strategic Planning: Aligning operations with corporate objectives., Financial Acumen: Budget management and cost reduction., Innovation: Adopting new technologies for operational efficiency., Stakeholder Management: Building relationships with key partners., Sustainability: Advocating on eco-friendly production practices., Software and Systems: Expertise in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite., Power BI Expertise: Experienced in creating comprehensive, data-driven dashboards that track key performance indicators (KPIs), production efficiency, and downtime management., Data Analysis: Proficient in analyzing and interpreting data to drive operational improvements and support strategic decision-making., Data Visualization & Dashboard Creation: Skilled in developing interactive and visually compelling dashboards using Power BI, transforming complex data into actionable insights.

Timeline

Production Manager

Saudi Arabian Packaging Industry
07.2023 - Current

Production Lead

Saudi Arabian Packaging Industry
01.2023 - 07.2023

Senior Production Supervisor

Saudi Arabian Packaging Industry
03.2021 - 01.2023

Team Leader

Saudi Arabian Packaging Industry
06.2014 - 03.2021

Production Supervisor

Saudi Arabian Packaging Industry
03.2010 - 01.2021

Line Setter

Saudi Arabian Packaging Industry
02.2007 - 03.2010

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering -

International Arab Academy

Diploma - Pharmacy

Al Qabas

MBA - Global Management & Leadership

Learner University | Swiss School of Management
TAREQ AL-FAQIH