HEAD, TESTING & LABORATORY OPERATIONS

hrsi; Lahore; On-site; PKR 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

hrsi seeks a Head, Testing & Laboratory Operations to lead its central ISO 17025 accredited laboratory, covering Textile Testing, Chemical & Dyestuff Testing and Biomass / Fuel Testing. You will deliver accurate, timely test results and drive root-cause improvements across testing functions.

The role requires overseeing fabric testing, ensuring ISO/AATCC/ASTM compliance, managing chemical testing, and building a high-performing team of testing specialists.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of professional experience in textile testing.
• Experience leading/ supervising teams in a central laboratory.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 17025, AATCC and ASTM standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all fabric and garment testing activities of the central laboratory.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, AATCC and ASTM standards and sound testing practices.
• Manage chemical and dyestuff testing and approvals.
• Oversee biomass / fuel testing.
• Design and maintain sampling plans.
• Manage equipment calibration schedules and ensure compliance.
• Drive CAPA to resolve root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Build and develop the laboratory team, including functional heads for Textile Testing, Raw Material / Biomass Testing, and Quality Systems / ISO Certification.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

MSc in Textile Engineering or Chemistry or equivalent

BSc in Textile / Textile Engineering

Tools

ISO 17025 knowledge

AATCC/ASTM standards

Job description

Job Role

The position of Head, Testing & Laboratory Operations will be responsible for leading and developing the Company's central laboratory, which is accredited to ISO 17025 and covers Textile Testing, Chemical & Dyestuff Testing and Biomass / Fuel Testing. The successful candidate will be accountable for delivering accurate, timely and independent test results, and for driving root-cause improvements across all testing functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all fabric and garment testing activities of the central laboratory.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, AATCC and ASTM standards and sound testing practices across the laboratory.
• Manage chemical and dyestuff testing and approvals.
• Oversee biomass / fuel testing.
• Design and maintain sampling plans.
• Manage equipment calibration schedules and ensure compliance.
• Drive the CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) process to resolve root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Build and develop the laboratory team, including functional heads for Textile Testing, Raw Material / Biomass Testing, and Quality Systems / ISO Certification.

Education

• MSc preferred in Textile Engineering, Chemistry or a related field from a renowned HEC recognized university / institution or equivalent foreign degree. A strong BSc in Textile / Textile Engineering is acceptable as a minimum.

Experience

• Minimum 7–10 years of professional experience in textile testing, with prior leadership / supervisory experience preferred.

Key Requirements

• Strong knowledge of ISO, AATCC and ASTM testing standards.
• Experience working in an accredited (ISO 17025) laboratory is preferred.
• Exposure to international brands and their testing requirements is preferred.
• Commercial mindset with the ability to balance quality, cost and turnaround time.
• Proven ability to lead, build and develop high-performing technical teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a root-cause approach.