Senior R&D Technician - Manufacturing & Process Improvement Expert
Resume:
IZHARRAJ A/L KARAPAYAH
No. **, Persiaran Tawas Baru 16,
Taman Tasek Mewah, Tasek,
*********@*****.***
Driving License: B2, & D.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY AND CAREER ASPIRATION
Results-driven Senior R&D Technician with over 15 years of experience in manufacturing, technical development, process improvement, and production supervision. Strong expertise in product testing, statistical analysis, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement initiatives. International exposure through TRIZ training in Germany. Proven leadership abilities with strong analytical, problem-solving, and team management skills. I am exploring opportunities within department of Research and Development, Project Management, Laboratory Management and Manufacturing related positions that aligned well with my experiences and knowledge.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior R&D Technician
Voith Paper Fabrics Ipoh Sdn. Bhd.
2019 – Present
Lead R&D technical projects and supervise interns.
Conduct advanced product validation, laboratory testing, and root cause analysis.
Apply Six Sigma and SPC tools to improve product quality and process efficiency.
Utilize Minitab for statistical data analysis and performance monitoring.
Coordinate with production, quality, and engineering teams for continuous improvement.
Prepare detailed technical reports and documentation for management review.
Support innovation initiatives using TRIZ methodology (trained in Germany).
R&D Technician
Voith Paper Fabrics Ipoh Sdn. Bhd.
2014 – 2019
Performed product development testing and material performance analysis.
Assisted engineers in new product trials and process optimization.
Collected and analyzed production data for improvement recommendations.
Ensured compliance with ISO quality standards (9001, 18001, 45001) and safety procedures.
Weaving Technician
Voith Paper Fabrics Ipoh Sdn. Bhd.
2012 – 2014
Operated and maintained industrial weaving machinery.
Conducted troubleshooting and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
Ensured fabric products met technical specifications and quality standards.
Collaborated with R&D for new fabric design weaving trial.
Factory Supervisor
IRSB SDN. BHD.
2011 – 2012
Supervised daily production operations and workforce.
Ensured production targets, safety, and quality standards were achieved.
Improved workflow efficiency and team productivity.
Store Supervisor
TIAN DI TRADING SDN. BHD.
2009 – 2011
Managed inventory control, stock movement, and reporting.
Supervised staff and maintained operational discipline.
Furniture Technician
KOMFORTH COLLECTION TRADING
2007 – 2008
Assembled and repaired furniture components.
Maintained quality control and customer satisfaction standards.
Marketing Executive
MUNIKAS HEALTH CARE (M) SDN. BHD.
2004 – 2006
Developed marketing strategies and achieved sales targets.
Conducted market research and client relationship management.
Salesman
CHRISHNA WHOLESALER
2003 – 2004
Managed retail sales and customer service.
Handled stock display and daily sales transactions.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Diploma in Automotive Engineering
Institute Community Technology of Engineering
January 2001 – December 2003
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
Six Sigma Yellow Belt (2025) – Expitris Worldwide Sdn. Bhd.
Minitab Level 1 – Minitab Essentials (Manufacturing) – BIZIT Systems
Statistical Process Control (SPC) – BSI Training Academy
TRIZ Training – Ulm, Germany (2019)
Technical Report Writing for Engineers (2019)
Microsoft Excel Expert 2017 – PROIT Development Sdn. Bhd.
Safe Forklift Driving – FMM Institute of Manufacturing
Forklift Theory & Practical Training (2019)
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Statistical Analysis (Minitab)
SPC & Quality Control Tools
Six Sigma Methodology
TRIZ Problem Solving
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Industrial Weaving Machinery
Technical Documentation & Reporting
Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Process Improvement & Lean Practices
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
English – Spoken & Written
Malay – Spoken & Written
Tamil – Spoken
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Gender: Male
Date of Birth: 17 October 1981
Nationality: Malaysian
Marital Status: Married
Religion: Christian
REFERENCES
1)Syahrul Ramadhan bin Ahmad Kamal Ariffin
R&D Manager Spiral - +601*-***-****
No. 1, Lebuh Perusahan Klebang 5,
Kawasan Perusahan IGB,
31200, Chemor, Perak, Malaysia.
2)Samsiah Binti Jamaludin - +601*-***-****
Account Officer
No. 1, Lebuh Perusahan Klebang 5,
Kawasan Perusahan IGB,
31200, Chemor, Perak, Malaysia
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