Shafiq Randhawa
Director Operations and Research and Development
Information Technology (IT) & Digital
Professional Summary
Shafiq Randhawa is an experienced polymer scientist specializing in rigid polyurethane for insulation, flexible molded polyurethane, slab stock polyurethane, and high density wood grade polyurethane. He has extensive expertise in polyurethane system house development, additive formulation, polymeric polyol synthesis, spray polyurea, and advanced PU technologies. He is a results driven leader with strong capabilities in research and development, production management, and continuous improvement within large scale manufacturing environments.
Professional Experience
Oct 2022 to Present
Director Operations and Research and Development
WARESA INDUSTRY PVT LIMITED
- Develop polyurethane system house solutions for shoes grade | rigid foam insulation | automotive industry applications | flexible foam additives including silicon L580 | Amine A33 | Stannous octoate T9.
- Lead synthesis of polymeric polyol for footwear industry | spray polyurea | spray polyurethane | PU foam binder | PU rubber binder | PU sealant | integral skin polyurethane.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives | manage technical teams | oversee research and development strategies | implement advanced polyurethane technologies.
Jul 2019 to Oct 2022
Technical Director
Merit Chemical Industries
- Manage production of polyurethane flexible lamination adhesives | solvent less systems | solvent based systems | polyurethane construction chemicals.
- Enhance polymer chemistry processes | improve product performance standards | increase operational efficiency across manufacturing units.
- Supervise technical operations and ensure consistent delivery of high quality polyurethane formulations.
Aug 2015 to Jul 2019
General Manager Technical
Relaxo Pvt Limited
- Lead production and quality control of polyol | prepolymer for shoes grade | wood imitation grade | insulation grade polyurethane.
- Direct plant operations | workforce planning | budget management | supplier coordination | safety compliance programs.
- Improve production efficiency and reduce material waste through strategic planning and process optimization.
Education & Certifications
Academic History
Master of Philosophy in Polymer Engineering and Technology
University of the Punjab
2011 to 2013
Master of Science in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry
University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
2001 to 2003
Professional Certs
Core Competencies
Polyurethane System Development
Rigid and Flexible Polyurethane Technology
Polymeric Polyol Synthesis
Spray Polyurea and PU Insulation
Technical Staff Management
Production Planning and Cost Optimization
Quality Assurance and Process Control
Continuous Improvement Strategies
Polymer Chemistry and Formulation Development
Supplier and Technical Procurement Management