General Manager Assistant

Hafiz Ahmed Bilal Tariq

913-***-**** • **********************@*****.***

EDUCATION

University of Punjab, Lahore Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering (2005) BACKGROUND

New permanent resident of Overland Park, KS actively seeking engineering career opportunities. Eager to contribute technical expertise and grow within a dynamic organization. Authorized to work in the U.S.; no immigration sponsorship or assistance required.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Experienced and well qualified professional with a strong background in managing process utilities and equipment efficiencies, enforcing safety protocols, and optimizing processes within production environments. Adept in research and development, with proven experience implementing quality and safety standards such as OHSAS 18001, ISO 9001 and AS9100 to enhance plant performance and ensure regulatory compliance. A solution-oriented individual who consistently delivers high-quality results, while also bringing strong soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and adaptability.

EMPLOYMENT

Qaswa Industries, Haripur, Pakistan 19+ yrs experience Qaswa Industries is a leading provider of precision-engineered solutions for a wide range of defense systems. Deputy Director Mar 2022 – Jun 2025

General Manager Mar 2018 – Mar 2022

Manager Mar 2011 – Mar 2018

Assistant Manager Mar 2006 – Mar 2011

o Collaborated with cross-functional teams—including engineering, maintenance, and HSE—to ensure seamless plant operations and while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) performance metrics.

o Improved equipment reliability and reduced downtime through proactive maintenance, calibration, and validation programs. Boosted production by ~20% by optimizing melt-cast processes and redesigning riser configurations for greater throughput and consistency. o Streamlined raw material inventory management and procurement processes, eliminating production delays and improving supply chain efficiency.

o Drove various continuous improvement projects by analyzing production data to boost efficiency and quality. Increased fire-tube boiler efficiency by ~10% through fuel-to-air ratio optimization while reducing fuel usage. Reduced boiler fuel costs by up to 20% through effective boiler blowdown management and minimized waste. o Monitored operational KPIs and cost estimates, communicated performance trends and improvement opportunities to senior leadership.

o Coordinated between manufacturing and vendors, increasing production output by ~10% through strategic vendor coordination.

o Participated in root cause analysis (RCA) of process deviations and equipment failures to identify and mitigate underlying issues.

o Developed comprehensive technical documents, including feasibility analyses, quality assurance plans, and process flowcharts, to support successful project execution. o Reviewed and approved engineering change requests (ECRs) and modifications in plant layout or process flows. o Led the development and standardization of safety SOPs and work instructions across diverse operational functions.

o Implemented quality and safety regulations. Conducted internal audits for OHSAS 18001 and AS 9100. SKILLS

o Leadership o Customer Service o Adaptability & Time Management o Problem Solving & Data

Analysis

o Budgeting & Resource o Cross Functional Communication AWARDS & CERTIFICATIONS

o Registered Engineer (Chemical Discipline) — Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) o Commendation Certificate for On-Time Delivery of Aerospace Products o ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems Certificate