Kashif

Mill Manager

Din Textile Mills Limited • Full-time

Sep 2020 - Present • 5 yrs 8 mos

Managing the complete operations of a large-scale weaving unit with responsibility for production, maintenance, quality assurance, and team leadership. Supervising 144 weaving looms and a SAFIR S60 Auto Drawing-In machine while overseeing end-to-end processes from yarn preparation to finished fabric dispatch. Led the successful erection and commissioning of machinery and established operational documentation and reporting systems. Achieved significant improvements in production efficiency, reaching 93% monthly efficiency and 95.5% RPM utilization through process optimization, maintenance planning, and workforce management. Implemented a comprehensive Quality Management System and led certifications including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, GOTS, OCS, GRS, and RCS. Focused on cost reduction through better article change planning, spare parts management, and control of air and yarn wastage. Additionally developed a digital QMS application using AppSheet, Google Sheets, and Apps Script to automate factory operations such as contract management, weft tracking, inventory monitoring, loom damage logging, and automated selvedge thread demand forecasting with dashboards and mobile data entry forms. This system significantly reduced manual reporting and improved operational visibility.

Technical Manager

Nishat Chunian Limited • Full-time

May 2012 - Aug 2020 • 8 yrs 3 mos

Progressively advanced from Assistant Weaving Manager to Technical Manager while overseeing large-scale weaving operations with responsibility for production management, machine performance, quality control, and team coordination. Supervised operations for approximately 160 weaving looms, including jacquard setups and SAFIR S60 Auto Drawing-In machines, ensuring smooth production flow and optimal machine utilization. Played a key role in the erection, installation, and commissioning of advanced weaving machinery including Picanol Summum, Picanol Omniplus-I, and Stäubli Jacquard systems. Managed daily production planning, labor allocation, and technical troubleshooting to maintain high operational efficiency and consistent fabric quality. Implemented process improvements to reduce yarn wastage, optimize energy consumption, and enhance production monitoring through detailed reporting and performance tracking. Also supported compliance and documentation for industry certifications and audits, including Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and Egyptian Cotton Association verification processes. Maintained structured spare parts inventory systems and forecasting mechanisms to ensure uninterrupted mill operations.