KORAY ULAS PEKER
R&D Manager
ÇERKEZKÖY
Summary
Mechanical Engineer with over 20 years of experience in the Nonwovens and wipes industry. Expert in R&D, new product development, and technical operations with a strong background in plant management, process/ cost optimization, line installations, and continuous improvement. Proven leader in cross-functional teams and international technical collaboration.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Head of R&D & Technical Manager
Fibertex Nonwovens A/S
10.2017 - Current
- Lead R&D, production, quality assurance, and maintenance activities.
- Manage manpower planning, production planning, and capacity utilization.
- Coordinate installation and commissioning of new production machinery.
- Lead ISO documentation and certification processes.
- Drive TPM, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Represent the company in local and international technical meetings with customer.
Plant Manager
Fibertex Nonwovens A/S
07.2015 - 10.2017
- Managed full plant operations including production, maintenance, and quality.
- Improved operational efficiency and workforce coordination.
- Supported investment and modernization projects.
Process Engineering Manager
Ribatek Nonwoven Tekstil San. ve Ihr. A.S.
11.2005 - 07.2015
- Led process optimization and production efficiency projects.
- Supported new product development and scale-up.
- Coordinated maintenance and technical support activities.
Process Engineer
Unotek Paper Tissue Mill
01.2003 - 10.2005
- Carry outpProduction activities
- Supported production processes and maintenance operations.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Mechanical Engineering
Sakarya University
01.2001
Skills
Nonwovens & Wipes (Spunlace), R&D Enginnering, Process Engineering, Production Management,
Timeline
Head of R&D & Technical Manager
Fibertex Nonwovens A/S
10.2017 - Current
Plant Manager
Fibertex Nonwovens A/S
07.2015 - 10.2017
Process Engineering Manager
Ribatek Nonwoven Tekstil San. ve Ihr. A.S.
11.2005 - 07.2015
Process Engineer
Unotek Paper Tissue Mill
01.2003 - 10.2005
Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Mechanical Engineering
Sakarya University