The role was unique in the fact that, in addition to the duties below, I also undertook the writing of CMM inspection programs and although not expected of me, I was often found assisting with most day-to-day functions during busy times.• Managing and overseeing all aspects required and associated with running an efficient production site (10,600 ft²), through applying lean manufacturing processes. Covering building and machine maintenance ensuring health and safety are at the… Show more The role was unique in the fact that, in addition to the duties below, I also undertook the writing of CMM inspection programs and although not expected of me, I was often found assisting with most day-to-day functions during busy times.• Managing and overseeing all aspects required and associated with running an efficient production site (10,600 ft²), through applying lean manufacturing processes. Covering building and machine maintenance ensuring health and safety are at the forefront.• Managing a small team of engineers and administration staff including recruitment, training, performance management and disciplinary processes.• Review of purchase orders received from head office and then providing full planning/scheduling from start to completion dates.• Responsible for ensuring all aspects of the Quality Management System (ISO 9001:2015) are maintained and considered when establishing machine manufacturing processes and inspection requirements to guarantee that certification is upheld. • Directly liaising with customers to resolve concerns and provide technical advice and solutions.• Management of customer complaints.  Show less

• Responsible for maintaining all aspects of the Quality Management System (ISO 9001:2000) in order to guarantee that certification was upheld. This included producing internal procedures and the carrying out of internal audits (sole auditor).• Oversaw inspection team operations for both incoming and outgoing goods.• Played major supporting role to purchasing department when liaising with suppliers.• Resolved queries and provided support to all areas of manufacturing.• Provide… Show more • Responsible for maintaining all aspects of the Quality Management System (ISO 9001:2000) in order to guarantee that certification was upheld. This included producing internal procedures and the carrying out of internal audits (sole auditor).• Oversaw inspection team operations for both incoming and outgoing goods.• Played major supporting role to purchasing department when liaising with suppliers.• Resolved queries and provided support to all areas of manufacturing.• Provide additional support to the engineering department for both new and existing designs carrying out AutoCAD amendments to existing documentation.• Management of customer complaints. Show less

1998 – 2004 Senior Test Team Leader/Line Manager• Managed the unit test department for several products reporting directly to the UK Production Director.• Managed 6+ engineers, assigning tasks and motivating them to achieve daily targets.• Demonstrated the quality assurance procedures to existing and prospective customers on factory visits.• Carried out all training to new engineers along with holding training seminars to engineers abroad.1992 – 1998 Test Team… Show more 1998 – 2004 Senior Test Team Leader/Line Manager• Managed the unit test department for several products reporting directly to the UK Production Director.• Managed 6+ engineers, assigning tasks and motivating them to achieve daily targets.• Demonstrated the quality assurance procedures to existing and prospective customers on factory visits.• Carried out all training to new engineers along with holding training seminars to engineers abroad.1992 – 1998 Test Team Leader• Managed a single product line and associated sub-assemblies.• Liaised with the engineering department via visits, conference calls and by implementing the laid down “engineering design change” procedures.• Performed a Failure Analysis role on customer returns and ‘dead on arrivals’.• Gave initial input on various new product releases with respect to design flaws and improved manufacturing methods.1990 – 1992 Senior Test Engineer Show less