Riyad Khalil, General Manager

Riyad Khalil

General Manager

Al Hadi Industries

Location
United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Education
Master's degree, Quality Management
Experience
23 years, 8 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :23 years, 8 Months

General Manager at Al Hadi Industries
  • Kuwait
  • My current job since June 2023

Accomplishments:
• Handpicked to lead operations of Al Hadi Industries specializing in the production of aluminum and steel for facades and light structures.
• Maintained the highest levels of efficiency, quality, profitability, and staff performance, resulting in revenue enhancements.
• Key Responsibilities:
• Managing daily production activities setting quality standards, providing requisite resources (personnel/machinery/ equipment), enforcing accountability, and establishing discipline to manage production, quality, and budget targets.
• Deploying and structuring organizational policies, procedures, KPIs, and SOPs to streamline plant operations and enhance efficiency.
• Designing strong reporting structures to monitor plant and production activities, ensuring compliance with short-term and long-term company goals. Contributing to resolving operational issues to minimize downtime and optimize production processes.
• Devising and managing the master production schedule, overseeing work-in-progress inventory, and coordinating the generation and execution of site schedules.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and coordination across different departments. Implementing strategic initiatives to improve overall plant performance and reduce costs.
• Conducting regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing corrective actions as needed.

General Manager at Doral Curtain Wall Systems
  • United Arab Emirates - Sharjah
  • January 2019 to March 2023

Accomplishments:
• Provided thought leadership and direction for the entire operations to the accomplish task of maximizing production throughput, improving processes, and servicing products within constraints of time and budget.
• Key Responsibilities:
• Streamlined policies, procedures, KPIs, and SOPs that significantly improved plant and production activities and seamlessly aligned with project and company goals.
• Directed strategic and operational initiatives and empowered plant personnel, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment to improve production rates and operational efficiency.
• Designed and organized training programs, upskilling initiatives, and succession planning strategies to align with short-term and long-term business objectives.
• Drove operational results by evaluating key performance indicators such as sales, production output, labor input, raw material consumption, electricity usage, and other resource metrics. Developed and implemented best practices to optimize production efficiency and enhance safety measures.
• Crafted and executed integrated master production schedule, inventory, and manpower plans to support the generation and execution of site schedules. Proficient in leading multicultural teams, thriving in diverse environments, and fostering cooperative team dynamics to drive collective success.
• Obtained optimum production through continuous improvements, LEAN processes, and cost-saving programs, resulting in significant operational efficiencies and financial savings.

General Manager at Elements Glass & Aluminum IND LLC
  • United Arab Emirates - Sharjah
  • July 2009 to December 2018

• Oversaw financial aspects of the organization and various projects, managing Profit & Loss. Developed and managed budgets, efficiently allocating and utilizing resources. Formulated targeted plans and implemented solutions within specified budgets and timelines.
• Led sales and marketing initiatives to drive business growth. Interacted with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure successful project outcomes. Identified and pursued new, profitable opportunities, successfully converting them into commercial contracts.
• Monitored and maintained alignment with the organization's mission, vision, and objectives. Planned, managed, and coordinated a broad spectrum of operations to enhance productivity and efficiency.

Projects Manager at Reem Emirates Aluminum LLC
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • March 2007 to June 2009

Key Projects to Credit:
• Executed projects relating to Aluminum systems involving Unitize Curtain Wall, REA Unitize Systems, Four Way Structure Glazing, Two-way Structure Glazing, and conventional systems.
• Proficient in all aspects of Aluminum Works, including Sky Lights, Windows, Doors, and Partitions.
Specialization:
• Specialized in Architectural and Decoration Products such as Unitize Curtain Wall, REA unitize systems, Four-way structural glazing, Two-way structural glazing, Spider System works, Tension wire works, Canopies, and Glass Works (Glass balustrades, Frame less Glass).
Accomplishments & Key Responsibilities:
• Led as a Projects Manager, responsible for solving technical problems and overcoming challenges at the project site.
• Controlled project budgets, ensuring financial efficiency and adherence to financial plans.
• Advised on and facilitated drawing approvals, ensuring compliance with standards and specifications.
• Prepared project schedules and timelines to ensure timely completion. Effectively managed labor at the project site.
• Conducted meetings with clients, consultants, and contractors for approvals and to address site issues and technical challenges.
• Coordinated activities between the site and the factory, ensuring seamless project execution.

Projects Manager at Leader Metal Industries Juma Al Majid Group of Companies
  • United Arab Emirates
  • July 2003 to February 2007
Project Manager at Al Shams Aluminum & Glass Factory
  • United Arab Emirates
  • July 2000 to June 2003

- Controlling the project's budget,
- Advisor for drawing's approval,
- Program of time preparation,
- Meeting client, consultant and contactor for approvals and minutes
of meeting at site to solve problems and technical issues.
- Site factory coordinator,
- Management of labor at site,
- I managed the most prestige projects for Stainless Steel
Balustrades, Handrails, Staircase, and Cladding. (Architectural and
Decoration Products).
2- The Ornamental Metal work is related to but not limited to:
(Architectural and Decoration Products)
- Stainless Steel Balustrades,
- Handrails,
- Balustrades,
- Spider System works,
- Tension Wire Works,
- Cladding,
- Canopies,
- Glass Works (Glass balustrades, Frame less Glass

Project Engineer
  • to

- All Curtain Walling Works: Four Way Structure Glazing, Two way
Structure Glazing and conventional system.
- All Aluminum Works: Windows, Doors, Partitions.
- Special experience for all glass specifications, ex. Laminated glass,
Curved glass, High Performance Glass, Tempering & Double Glass.
- A wide knowledge for all suppliers of Aluminum, Glass, Stainless
Steel, Cast Aluminum, Space Frame and Accessories.
- A very good knowledge in Stainless Steel (Architectural and
Decoration Products).
2- Aluminum works with engage with (Architectural and Decoration
Products)
With an Excellent Experience in:
1. All Curtain Walling Works: Four Way Structure Glazing, Two way
Structure Glazing and conventional system.
2. All Aluminum Works: Windows, Doors, Partitions.
3. Experience for all glass specifications, ex. Laminated glass, Curved
glass, High Performance Glass, Tempering & Double Glass.

Education

Master's degree, Quality Management
  • at University Of Wollongong
  • January 2006

Master Of Quality Management

Bachelor's degree, Industrial Engineering
  • at Eastern Mediterranean UniversityRepublic of Northern
  • January 2000

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Specialties & Skills

Project Management
Job Analysis
Production
Quality Management
Project Management
Enhance Productivity
Resource Optimization
Resolution, Group Dynamics
Production Optimization
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Strategic Planning
Budgeting & Financial Management
Leadership & Mentoring
Reduce Waste/Cost
Continuous Improvement (LEAN/CI)
KPI Management
Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Conflict
Management Reporting
MS Project/AutoCAD
Policy and Procedure Development
Operations Management
Quality Auditing/ISO Standards
Training, Knowledge Transfer
Quality Control
Stakeholder Management
MS Office

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert
Turkish
Expert

Training and Certifications

Practical Quality Auditing (Training)
Training Institute:
INCON Quality Consultants
Date Attended:
November 2005
Duration:
12 hours

Hobbies

  • Reading