Quality Assurance Lean Manufacturing

Rahat Ashraf

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Professional Summary

Results-driven Product Integrity & Systems Development Professional with 20+ years of progressive experience in the garment and textile industry. Proven expertise in Quality Management Systems (QMS), Lean manufacturing, and buyer compliance. Skilled in managing large cross-functional teams, factory audits, and process improvements from sampling to shipment. Recognized for implementing sustainable systems, mentoring successors, and achieving strong audit scores for global brands. Core Competencies

Quality Assurance & QMS Implementation

Buyer Compliance & Audit Management

Lean Manufacturing & 5S

ERP / Oracle Systems

Process Optimization & CAPA

Inventory & Stock Control

Team Leadership & Training

Professional Experience

Artistic Apparels (Pvt.) Ltd. – Karachi, Pakistan

Senior Deputy Manager – Product Integrity & Systems Development 2020 – Present

Leading QMS, Lean practices, and ERP-driven operational enhancements.

Overseeing leftover stock utilization, grading, and physical audits.

Driving SOP compliance, root cause analysis, and CAPA implementation.

Coordinating with production, merchandising, and QA teams to strengthen workflow efficiency.

RQS Manager – Requirements for Quality Systems (H&M Division) 2013 – 2020

Directed end-to-end RQS operations from sampling to shipment, ensuring full alignment with H&M global quality standards.

Supervised inline, pre-final, and final audits, including monthly internal and quarterly external evaluations.

Upgraded QMS documentation, lab operations, and testing protocols; managed chemical compliance and restricted substances implementation.

Conducted awareness sessions, factory-wide trainings, and mentoring programs to strengthen team capability and system sustainability.

Collaborated with procurement for lab modernization—handled PRs, vendor comparisons, and purchases for advanced testing instruments (stretch & recovery, crock meter, pull tester, Munsell kit, etc.).

Developed successors to independently handle reporting, buyer interactions, and audit preparation during departmental transitions. Merchandising & Customer Relations / Finishing Manager (Columbia Sportswear) 2008 – 2013

Managed buyer communication, approvals, and on-time shipment planning.

Oversaw finishing floor, defect control, and export readiness.

Represented company at Columbia Sportswear QA Seminar – Sri Lanka. Artistic Milliners (Pvt.) Ltd. – Karachi, Pakistan Operations Manager / Production Coordinator / Office Assistant 1999 – 2007

Supported production planning, documentation, and coordination.

Assisted in factory operations, data recording, and administrative support. Education & Certifications

Intermediate in Arts, Board of Intermediate Education, Karachi

Lean Manufacturing Training

ERP / Oracle EBS (User Training)

Buyer Compliance & Quality Systems (RQS, AQL, CAPA, etc.)

Certified Munsell Color Trainer – SGS Certified

Affiliated with ILO – Better Work Program

Job Preferences

Roles: QA/QC Manager Inventory Manager Merchandiser Supply Chain Coordinator Industries: Garments Apparel Textile Manufacturing Fashion

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