Factory Manager
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Amman, Jordan
Factory Manager
Mohammed Abuajamieh
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SUMMARY
An industrial engineer with over 20 years of experience in factory operations of various manufacturing industries in Saudi Arabia and Jordan, including sheet metal fabrication, hot-dip galvanizing, coil coating, powder and marine coating, and paint manufacturing. Having the knowledge and experience to successfully lead a manufacturing firm using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma best practices to reduce costs, shorten lead times, improve customer satisfaction, and increase profit, including the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives. A strong background in engineering, operations management, production planning, process improvement, 5S, quality management, procurement, Kaizen, product development and quality control. KEY SKILLS
Proven capability in using lean manufacturing to improve plant operations, reduce waste, reduce cost, and increase productivity.
Experience with creating and managing production schedules to maximize production efficiency.
Proficient in managing complex projects from start to finish, delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
Proven track record of leveraging creative solutions to address challenges.
Experienced in creating effective plans for layout and design of factory
Familiarity with Quality standards (ISO 9000).
Strong Communication and Interpersonal Abilities
Knowledgeable in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and their operations.
Excellent knowledge and experience in sheet metal fabrication
Excellent knowledge and experience in Cable support management system (cable tray, ladder, ...)
Excellent experience in stainless steel welding and passivation after welding
Excellent knowledge and experience in Hot-Dip Galvanizing; listed inspector by American Galvanizers Association
Proven track record in establishing hot dip galvanizing plants
Excellent experience in Powder coating and Marine coatings
Proven capability in building powder coating lines with minimum cost
Very good knowledge and experience in Coil coating industry.
Very good knowledge in material science
Very good knowledge and experience in vitreous enameling and silk screen printing
Good knowledge in 3D printing
Good knowledge and experience in ceramic tableware manufacturing
Good Knowledge of Corrugated carton Manufacturing
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Outlook) EXPERIENCE
Plant Manager
Orbit Aluminum Industries
Sept 2021 – Sept 2022 Aqaba - Jordan
Achievements:
Increase the production rate at the paint plant by 250% by rehabilitating the automatic drum filling machine.
Create a comprehensive plan to maintain and repair forklifts, thereby reducing breakdowns and costs.
Minimize dependence on forklifts in production activities and improve material handling at the factory.
Develop a Material Requirement Planning (MRP) module for the raw materials used in paint production.
Increase the production output of the slitting machine by 25%. Page 2 of 5
********@*****.***
Amman, Jordan
Factory Manager
Mohammed Abuajamieh
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Responsibilities: (Orbit Aluminum Industries)
Manage, direct and monitor the overall performance of the plant (coil coating & Paint manufacturing)
Drive and facilitate the growth and change of the plant across all divisions and functions to align with the Business strategy.
Ensure that all processes are completed according to safety Procedures Production Control Manager
Petra Engineering Industries
July 2019 – May 2020 Mafraq - Jordan
Achievements:
Reduce the percentage of Subassembly reworks from 40% to 2%.
Eliminate Subassembly delays.
Enhance the quality of powder-coated and painted items.
Identify and resolve the issue causing marine coating to peel off. Responsibilities:
Strategize and oversee production tasks to optimize runtime.
Assess production plans and proactively identify and mitigate potential risks.
Supervise the implementation of job orders and adjust schedules to ensure timely delivery.
Stay informed about company objectives, production strategies, and support activities.
Design and oversee the movement of materials in production cycles to maintain seamless operations.
Forecast and allocate equipment, materials, and manpower requirements for job orders.
Regularly update Division managers on production progress. Metal works Factory Manager
Factory for Assembly of Mechanical & Electrical Works Nov 2011 – Nov 2017 Jeddah- Saudi Arabia
Achievements:
Increase Total production output by 20%.
Raise net profit by 3%.
Eliminate subcontracts
Attain zero customer complaints in 2013.
Construct a cost-effective powder coating line, including an oven, painting booth, and conveyor.
Hire the right skilled personnel to bolster underperforming operations.
Enhance quality and secure approvals from the client consultant.
Decrease overtime and overall expenses.
Shorten the production cycle time.
Discover new sources of raw materials and hot-dip galvanizing suppliers.
Reduce customer complaints and quality rejections.
Implement new machines and establish cable tray production lines. Responsibilities:
Oversee operations such as budget, production schedule, stock, maintenance, quality, and logistics.
Lead sales, costing, and procurement efforts.
Direct and oversee a team of 150 employees in a fast-paced work environment.
Negotiate costing and finalize deals with clients.
Collaborate with suppliers to streamline processes and reduce costs.
Forge strong partnerships with key suppliers and manage relationships with international suppliers. Page 3 of 5
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Amman, Jordan
Factory Manager
Mohammed Abuajamieh
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Develop and enforce departmental policies, goals, objectives, and procedures.
Analyze performance data and create strategies for improvement.
Continuously plan for capacity and capability.
Promote and implement best practices.
Coordinate and lead Continuous Improvement activities to improve Key Performance Indicators KPI’s
Coordinate closely with the Financial Manager and regularly review the income statement. Factory Manager
Saudi Electric Industries Co. [SEICO]
Dec 2007 – Sept 2011 Jeddah- Saudi Arabia
Achievements:
Achieve an annual saving of SR. 250,000
Save SR. 130,000 by design and manufacture a centrifugal hot-dip galvanizing system totally in the company
Apply lean manufacturing philosophy in the factory and get tangible results
Apply visual management philosophy in the factory using 5S methodology
Develop new technique of corrugation which lead to increase production rate by 1800%
Develop one rolling machine which supersede the spot welding operation for certain products
(production rate improved by 1500%)
Increase the productivity of welding operations by 50%
Minimize the non-conformance reports (NCR) of QA department by 90%.
Minimize cycle time by 40% for certain products.
Increase the production rate, reduce zinc usage, and reduce wire usage in galvanizing section.
Improve process control in the factory through new methods of reporting, testing, and treatment.
Improve factory layout
Minimize and improve material handling.
Improve the quality of welded-type products by implementing passivation process on the welded zone
Create and develop process control charts for galvanizing plant and powder coating section
Teach production personnel how to use MS project in scheduling and resource planning.
Create manufacturing module of ERP system in the factory from scratch using available resources.
Minimize breakdown maintenance and reduce the total cost. Responsibilities:
Strategically plan, organize, and oversee the manufacturing and maintenance operations for maximum efficiency and profitability.
Ensure product quality control standards are met.
Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
Set and enforce factory policies and procedures.
Achieve production goals and targets.
Develop and implement a comprehensive preventive maintenance schedule.
Maintain an appropriate level of spare parts inventory.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with the community.
Lead and motivate a highly trained and engaged workforce.
Determine and implement all shift production schedules.
Provide training and development opportunities for supervisory and administrative staff. Page 4 of 5
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Amman, Jordan
Factory Manager
Mohammed Abuajamieh
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Planning Manager
Electro Industries Co.
Feb 2004 – July 2007 Jeddah- Saudi Arabia
Achievements:
Create Quality Control/Quality Assurance system within the department
Increase production rate by 110% on 2005 compared with 2004
Reduced the Manufacturing cycle Time
Responsibilities:
Use scientific approach in developing the production operations and enhancing quality
Capacity planning, including productivity measurements, manpower planning, and material flow
Perform bi-weekly scheduling for the different workstations of the department
Ensure fulfilling the scheduled delivery dates
Ensure high utilization of manpower
Assure proper documentation for workstations inputs and outputs
Do monthly forecast for finished orders
Project Engineer
Electro Industries Co.
Jan 2001 – Jan 2004 Jeddah- Saudi Arabia
Achievements:
SR. 5 Million project of stainless steel work for Kingdom Center Tower in Riyadh
SR. 10 Million-steel work project for Makkah Municipality
SR. 3.5 Million – hydraulic garbage containers for Makkah Municipality
SR. 3 Million - steel work project for Taif Municipality Responsibilities:
Study inquiries from clients
Quoting the project and follow up quotations with the Clients
Make a schedule for the Project and assure to finish the project on time
Arrange weekly meeting with the project concerns and ensure effective communication with them
Write minutes of meeting and make action plan
Client Intern
Jordan-United States Business Partnership (JUSBP) - USAID Oct 1999 – Sept 2000 Amman - Jordan
JUSBP is a nongovernment organization aims to support the small-medium organization in improving their performance and profitability.
Work with JUSBP professional in:
Creating a Quality Assurance system for a mid-size enterprises
Material Requirement Planning, scheduling and line-balancing
Work measurement study; eliminate non-added value activities and improve productivity Page 5 of 5
********@*****.***
Amman, Jordan
Factory Manager
Mohammed Abuajamieh
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TRAINING & OREINTATIONS
o Supply Chain Management
o Managerial Accounting; Cost Behaviors,
Systems, and Analysis
o 3D Printing Revolution
o 3D Printing Applications
o 3D Printing Software
o ISO9000
o ISO14000
o Negotiations and Conflict Resolution
o Human Resources Management
o Facilitation Management
o Presentation Skills
o Marketing
o Supervision Skills
o CE- Marking
o Financial & Managerial Accounting
o Feasibility Studies
o Developing Human Resources
o Total Quality Management
o Outdoor Leadership Training
o Time & Meeting Management
o Bench Marking
o Projects Management
o Management Information Systems
o Book-Keeping & Accounts
o International Marketing
o Strategic Management Tools
o Business Planning for small Projects
o Environment and Environmental laws in
Jordan
o Gender Issues in Jordanian Businesses
o Mass communications
o Micro lending and Privatization
o Orientation on Job Service on Self Employed
Projects
o Statistical Tools
o Strategic Management Tools
EDUCATION
B.Sc., Industrial Engineering
University of Jordan
AFFILIATIONS
Jordan Engineers Association
American Galvanizers Association AGA; listed Inspector
Arab Engineers Forum
INTERESTS
Literature, woodworking, community engagement, and volunteering. PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth : 1976
Nationality : Jordanian
Marital Status : Married
Languages : Arabic & English
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