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in the spotlight

Interview with Fahim Masood Khan, Head of Hosiery Plant 3

Brief introduction of yourself.
I am Fahim Masood Khan, Head of Hosiery Plant 3, and an
Industrial Engineer from NED University Karachi. I have been
associated with the Interloop family for the past 12 years.
Previously, I have been heading Hosiery Plant 4 and have led
Finishing, Lean and Quality departments as well.
In my personal time I like watching historical Turkish drama
seasons, and I love to have fried daal chana with rice on my
plate anytime.

What are the fundamentals of your work style?
Respect for everyone, loyalty towards the company & team,
and integrity along with professionalism is how I like to work,
and encourage my team to follow the same.
How interesting has been your journey with
Interloop?
Interloop has had a far-reaching impression on my life. I
was entrusted with multiple possibilities which polished my
skills and trained me to turn challenges into opportunities.
Interloop also played a positive role in my personal
development, and carved me into a soft-spoken individual. Do you recall any interesting incident that

Which personality has inspired you the most in happened with you at Interloop?
your life? My first day at Interloop was quite memorable and I still
remember it like yesterday. My interest drove me to the
My beloved late father served the police department as an production floor without filling in mandatory joining
Inspector for almost three decades. His advice of hanging requirements. The HR team kept looking for me till I reported
onto truthfulness and honesty regardless of any critical to them at 4 pm. It was an unforgettable as well as an
situation has always been my inspiration. Observing him interesting incident for me.
practicing these values in his personal and professional life
had tremendous influence on me and my outlook. What has been the most incredible moment of
How do you manage your work-life balance? your life?
When I was young I used to do grocery shopping with my
My family understands my work requirements. They are mother. Once we were at a market where I put some
very cooperative, understanding, and give me the space I pomegranate grains in my mouth from the cart, without
need. I always spend quality family time on the weekends, seeking anyone’s permission. My mother dealt with me
and make sure that our bond grows healthier and stronger.
strictly and said, ‘first buy it and then eat it.’ This incident
taught me a great lesson for life.
Where do you see the department in the next
five years?

The world is evolving at a fast pace, and so is the customer
satisfaction level. To cope with challenging customer
demands, we will have to focus more on agility. By
implementing Lean principles at Plant 3, we will be rooting
for process efficiency and customer excellence, which will
keep us ahead of the curve.

What advice would you like to give to your
younger colleagues?

Always strive to do better. Play your part with honesty and
Operations Team with Fahim Masood Khan conviction, and leave the rest to Almighty Allah.

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