Farid Gharib
Director of Maintenance @Polar Pak Company
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Maintenance @Polar Pak Company
Lead maintenance strategy for a major manufacturing site, overseeing reliability, automation, asset management, and preventive/predictive programs.• Modernize plant operations through CAPEX projects, equipment upgrades, and process optimization.• Reduce unplanned downtime by implementing structured maintenance systems and data‑driven decision‑making.• Manage and develop a multidisciplinary technical team, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.• Improve equipment availability and operational stability while optimizing maintenance costs.
EDUCATION
Tehran Azad University
Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
HEC Montréal
Project Management
HEC Montréal
Enterprise Management
Polytechnique Montréal
Master, Industrial Engineering
SKILLS
ABOUT FARID GHARIB
I am an operations and maintenance leader with more than 20 years of experience transforming manufacturing environments through reliability, automation, and continuous improvement. My career has been built on modernizing facilities, elevating technical teams, and delivering sustainable performance across high‑volume industrial operations.I specialize in developing maintenance strategies that increase equipment availability, reduce unplanned downtime, and strengthen asset reliability. My approach combines Lean principles, data‑driven decision‑making, and hands‑on leadership to create safe, efficient, and high‑performing plants.Throughout my career, I have led multidisciplinary teams, managed major CAPEX projects, and implemented systems that improve productivity, quality, and operational stability. I am recognized for my ability to build strong technical teams, simplify complex problems, and drive change in fast‑paced environments.With a background in mechanical and industrial engineering, complemented by Lean Black Belt and APICS CPIM certifications, I bring a strong blend of technical depth and strategic vision. I am passionate about developing people, optimizing processes, and building the operational foundations that enable long‑term growth.I am driven by one mission: to create modern, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations where teams can perform at their best and organizations can scale with confidence.
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