Wissam El Husseini

Head of Laboratory and Quality Assurance Office

REGIE LIBANAISE DES TABACS ET TOMBACS-إدارة حصر التبغ والتنباك اللبنانية

Beirut, Hadath

08.2000 - Current

Leaf tobacco expert and tobacco blending expert (training certificates from tobacco multinational companies from Europe, other countries, etc.).
Innovative cigarette product design (from concept to execution).
Conducted quality control for all products utilized in cigarette manufacturing.
Demonstrates extensive expertise in operation of cigarette making and packing machines.
Part of the tenders, technical committee, in Regie for buying leaf tobacco.
Contributed to tender technical committee overseeing procurement of all raw materials for cigarette manufacturing, including expertise in quality testing against specifications
Led committee overseeing fumigation processes for warehouses.
Head of Quality Control and Laboratory Operations.
Managed teams of field technicians, addressing inquiries regarding specifications for all products including multinational brands such as Marlboro, Winston, Gitanes, and Kent (over 60 products)
Facilitated communication between Regie and global multinationals regarding product quality KPIs while maintaining regular contact with quality centers in Europe.
Partnered with various departments within organization to synchronize activities related to testing projects.
Performed research on innovative techniques for testing new samples and product design
Managed the day-to-day operations of the laboratory, including budgeting, personnel management, equipment maintenance and purchasing.
Maintained fully compliant, organized and quality-controlled facility.
Inspected operations and team performance to check compliance, productivity, and quality of care.
Demonstrate extensive expertise in ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 standards and implementation
Obtained ISO 9001 certification as Lead Auditor from Bureau Veritas.
Obtained multiple certificates in leadership and team management from Bassel Fliehan Institute and AUB
Participated in workshops focused on enhancing teamwork and collaborative strategies.