SABIC is one of the largest industrial organizations in KSA. SHARQ, a SABIC affiliate is a major manufacturer of a wide range of petrochemical products.
Designation Chronologyu**
• Oct 2003 - Mar 2008, Superintendent, Polymer Section
• Nov 2001 - Oct 2003, FANAR Project - Production Planning Module Power User
• Jun 2001 - Oct 2001, Superintendent, Polymer Section
• Sep 2000 - May 2001, Process Engineer, Polymer Section
• May 1998 - Aug 2000, Project Engineer, 2nd PE Expansion
• Oct 1997 - Apr 1998, Engineer, PE Operations
Key Projects to Credit u**
• FANAR Project - The project was aimed at SABIC global business transformation by implementing a pre-configured SAP package incorporating good business practices in the chemical industry to strengthen SABIC’s competitiveness. - Worked as Power User for the Production Planning Module in SHARQ.
• 2nd Polyethylene Expansion Project - Contributed to safe commissioning and start-up of the extrusion and conveying systems with no major incidents.
Highlightsu**
• Implemented programs which improved overall performance and utilization of extrusion lines.
• Optimized the consumption of steam and nitrogen and reduced production costs.
Key Responsibilities as Superintendent, Polymer Section u**
• Supervised, directed, monitored and controlled plant activities for production of superabsorbent polymers (SAP). Ensured adherence to SOPs and QMS requirements to deliver high quality, on time, on-spec products within approved costs.
• Focused on people management initiatives to develop competent staff, supervisors and operators.
• Organized and led a team for conducting benchmarking studies of plant operations and processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Supported the establishment of business processes in the company and developed required SOPs.
• Coordinated the integration of technical and non-technical aspects of production process.
• Identified areas of concern related to safety, reliability, operational efficiency and quality in plant and processes and implemented corrective action plans.
• Prepared budgets and ensured compliance with approved budgetary limits.
• Monitored plant performance and prepared periodic KPI achievement reports.
Key Responsibilities with FANAR Projectu**
• Implemented the Production Planning Module in all departments of the company.
• Coordinated end-user training and post rollout support for smooth implementation of SAP.
• Participated in full implementation and integration with other modules of SAP.
• Reviewed and updated all procedures to derive the full benefits of SAP implementation and integration.
Key Responsibilities with Process Engineeru**
• Evaluated and recommended action on several ideas for process improvements.
• Supported the plant in reducing power consumption by optimizing the utilization of existing interchangeable conveying system.
• Implemented a program to calculate monthly production costs excluding maintenance costs and overhead costs.
Key Responsibilities as Project Engineer, 2nd PE Expansionu**
• Reviewed engineering drawings of the extrusion and conveying systems and overall utilities of the plant.
• Coordinated with the project and construction teams in commissioning and start-up of the units.
Key Responsibilities as Engineer, PE Operations u**
• Joined the operations team of the polyethylene plant as a fresh engineer and underwent on-the-job rotational training to gain familiarity with various processes of the plant.
• Recognized for fast learning by transfer to the team for the 2nd PE expansion project.
- Company industry:
- Petrochemicals & Refined Petroleum Products Manufacture
- Job role:
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Management
