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Ibrar Hussain

Ibrar Hussain

Paint Chemist | R&D, QA/QC & Production Management
Rawalpindi, Punjab

Summary

Results-driven Paint Chemist with 12+ years of expertise in formulation development, R&D, QA/QC, and production management. Launched 10+ product lines and optimized bead mill dispersion technology, resulting in 15% market growth through eco-friendly coatings. Skilled in low-VOC formulations, ISO compliance, and cross-functional team leadership. Demonstrated product innovation by developing high-performance coatings tailored to client needs. Improved color consistency by 15%, reduced dispersion time by 20%, and decreased customer complaints by 25% through QA/QC enhancements. Slashed manufacturing costs by 10% through raw material optimization and lean workflows. Trained and mentored 20+ staff in QA/QC protocols, formulation adjustments, and safety standards, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Seeking a leadership role to drive product excellence, market growth, and innovation in the paint and coatings industry.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Paint Consultant

Ibrar Paint Consultant SMC-Private Limited
11.2022 - Current
  • Developed water-based/solvent-borne paint systems, improving color consistency by 15% and reducing dispersion time by 20% using bead mill technology.
  • Reduced customer complaints by 25% via on-site QC audits and corrective actions for clients in Pakistan.
  • Slashed production costs by 10% for an Afghan manufacturer through raw material optimization.
  • Launched 3 new product lines (low-VOC interior coatings, high-performance exterior paint), driving market expansion.
  • Led new plant setup, boosting production capacity by 15% within the first year.

Senior R&D Chemist

Prime Paint Industries (Griplac Paints)
09.2021 - 11.2022
  • Reformulated High Sparking Mixing Silver Paint, resolving settling issues and increasing sales by 25%.
  • Designed eco-friendly acrylic roof coatings, capturing 15% local market share.
  • Introduced low-VOC interior paints, improving indoor air quality.

Senior QA&QC and R&D Officer

Brighto Chemicals Pakistan Private Limited
03.2020 - 09.2021
  • Improved manufacturing efficiency by 10% via process optimization and innovative bead mill methods for calcium carbonate slurry production.
  • Reduced substandard material usage by 10% through stringent QC protocols.

Senior Production Officer

Brighto Chemicals Pakistan Private Limited
03.2017 - 02.2020
  • Managed production of water/solvent-borne paints, exceeding targets while maintaining ISO compliance.
  • Optimized bead mill/nano mill equipment, reducing downtime by 20%.

Production Officer

Brighto Chemicals Pakistan Private Limited
07.2016 - 03.2017
  • Managed 24/3 shift operations for in-house calcium carbonate slurry, boosting production capacity by 40% for water-based emulsion paints.
  • Oversaw production and export of emulsion paints to Kabul, Afghanistan, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
  • Streamlined slurry grinding and paint formulation, maintaining seamless 24/7 operations.
  • Achieved below 5µm particle size for slurry and optimal viscosity for paints, meeting export standards.
  • Supervised cross-functional teams across shifts, ensuring productivity and collaboration.

Quality Control Officer

Brighto Paints Private Limited
10.2012 - 07.2016
  • Cut raw material rejections by 10% via ASTM-compliant testing.
  • Automated QC data entry into ERP systems, saving 20% time.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

University Of The Punjab
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
11.2011 - 08.2013

Associate of Science - Pre-Medical

BISE
New Mirpur, Azad Jammu And Kashmir, Pakistan
10.2008 - 10.2009

High School Diploma -

BISE
New Mirpur, Azad Jammu And Kashmir, Pakistan
08.2006 - 09.2008

Skills

Paint Formulation & Product Development

Timeline

Paint Consultant

Ibrar Paint Consultant SMC-Private Limited
11.2022 - Current

Senior R&D Chemist

Prime Paint Industries (Griplac Paints)
09.2021 - 11.2022

Senior QA&QC and R&D Officer

Brighto Chemicals Pakistan Private Limited
03.2020 - 09.2021

Senior Production Officer

Brighto Chemicals Pakistan Private Limited
03.2017 - 02.2020

Production Officer

Brighto Chemicals Pakistan Private Limited
07.2016 - 03.2017

Quality Control Officer

Brighto Paints Private Limited
10.2012 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

University Of The Punjab
11.2011 - 08.2013

Associate of Science - Pre-Medical

BISE
10.2008 - 10.2009

High School Diploma -

BISE
08.2006 - 09.2008
Ibrar HussainPaint Chemist | R&D, QA/QC & Production Management