AHMAD DIB

• Developed and implemented comprehensive digitalization strategy & roadmap aligned with company's business objectives.
• Led planning & execution of digital transformation initiatives across various departments.
• Identified opportunities to enhance operational efficiency through adoption of cutting-edge technologies.
• Oversaw selection and implementation of digital technologies, including Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), IoT solutions, and data analytics platforms.
• Ensured seamless integration between operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT).
• Established key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success and impact of digital initiatives.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully implemented Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and Quality Management System (QMS) across multiple units with $2M budget.
• Achieved $1.7M Savings through Data Analytics of real-time data gathered from production machines and shop floor equipment.

• Created vision, strategy, timelines for development and deployment of innovative technological products and services,
• Directed and coordinated project team's overall performance, scope, cost and deliverables,
• Coached group's 10 plants maintenance departments with team of 30 engineers & supervisors worldwide,
• Applied Lean Manufacturing principles in automation and upgrades design to increase productivity and reduce costs,
• Implemented and rolled out process improvement strategies by developing plans to enhance machinery efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Achievements:

• Upgraded Control Systems of 28 Fiberglass Pipe production lines (GRP, GRE & HP) with latest PLC, CNC & SCADA technology in 7 operating plants with 2M$ budget,
• Achieved $3.4M Yearly Savings through process automation & improvements, product expansion and raw materials control.

• Conducted Engineering department performance audits and identified opportunities for improvement,
• Implemented Preventive Maintenance on main pipe manufacturing machines,
• Created central hub for critical spare parts to serve operating plants, reduced spare parts costs by 30%,
• Digitalized maintenance activities using CMMS,
• Conducted feasibility studies for proposed projects using potential ROI and risk management,
• Prepared action plans for problematic processes,
• Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals,
• Prepared budget for business expansion, monitored progress and conducted status meetings.

Key Achievements:

• Increased machines availability by 40% and output by 100% on main fiberglass pipe production lines.

• Headed commissioning projects of 23 new Fiberglass Pipe Winding machines (Continuous, Helical, and High Pressure),
• Prepared reports and communicated commissioning activities to stakeholders,
• Developed training and processes for new equipment,
• Completed Project closing, commissioning documentation issuance, as-built drawings, commissioning reports & hand-over certificates.

Key Achievements:

• Achieved business expansion goals in 7 operating units respecting schedule and budget.

• Performed FAT in suppliers facilities in France & Italy prior to machines shipment,
• Participated in machines installations, calibration, Start-up & trials, created SAT documents.

Key Achievements:

• Maximized local maintenance involvement in equipment installation, leading to 20% reduction in third-party service cost.

• Provided support and solutions in Automation Control & Troubleshooting for FPI operating plants,
• Executed troubleshooting of maintenance inquiries on group wide production machines for Electrical, Automation & Control systems,
• Prepared Operating & troubleshooting manuals for existing machines and new production lines,
• Developed CNC & PLC programs for fiberglass pipe winding, calibration and threading machines.

Key Achievements:

• Implemented remote assistance module reducing automation & control troubleshooting cost by 50%.

• Headed Total Productive Maintenance TPM strategy implementation on Automotive Windshield manufacturing machines,
• Accelerated FMECA “Failures Modes Effects & Criticality Analysis” implementation for advanced Automated Windshield manufacturing oven to ensure production line Reliability.

Key Achievements:

• Increased production team involvement in autonomous maintenance by 30%,
• Increased preventive maintenance implementation rate by 40%.