Production manager of the fabrication and finishing of Sterling Mixers, a new product to the successful Sterling beavertail group

Assisting on stock procurement of materials at best prices from Europe, and China and liaising with an USA company re a new franchise. I also used this time undertaking an audit of a local companies Health and safety suite and environmental documentation resulting in the winning a 1.2m contract. I compile and set up an SOP database for all shop floor operations.

Managing the introduction of continuous Improvement techniques in the various workshops on commercial truck and van for 3.5 to 7.5ton vehicles. Introducing SOP’s to all areas. I also managed time and attendance issues etc. For all employees, which included disciplinary interviews and appropriate action where required.

Managing fabrication and finishing of Beavertail trucks to customer’s requirements. Implementing GMP, CI including 5s, NCR’s and improving efficiencies and reducing downtime issues, producing 15+ vehicles / month. Dealing with production planning and daily issues, H&S, disciplinary, recruitment, time & attendance. Improving planning ensuring OTIF deliveries, and troubleshooting supply issue

Specialising in Production management and Lean manufacturing at various companies in the UK.Experienced gained in several industry sectors including automotive 1st tier and general FMCG, and a high security shutter company. The range of tasks included production improvements by setting up Kanban’s, Kaizen and developing engineering jigs and tooling requirements, and compiling SOPs. I resolved an enviromental waste issue.

Responsible for a three shift system producing forgings for blue chip companies, Volvo Powertrain, Volvo construction, Scania and NOV. 120 personnel 10m turnover. I improved JIT deliveries to a bi- weekly schedule. I Implemented Lean manufacturing across the forge culminating in better communication and improved productivity, and a major investment due to downtime data recording. My track record of change management and leading lean manufacturing teams enabled us to be ahead of the ball, this… Show more Responsible for a three shift system producing forgings for blue chip companies, Volvo Powertrain, Volvo construction, Scania and NOV. 120 personnel 10m turnover. I improved JIT deliveries to a bi- weekly schedule. I Implemented Lean manufacturing across the forge culminating in better communication and improved productivity, and a major investment due to downtime data recording. My track record of change management and leading lean manufacturing teams enabled us to be ahead of the ball, this significantly improving unit quality, cost, customer service and profitability. I have a hands on approach. Show less

I was the senior interface with customers. I chaired the daily meetings regarding the production plans to meet customer deadlines, from the flat material being lasered, and formed, through to tacking, robot welding, dressing, pressure testing, powder coating to the final fit out stage complete with the relevant customers' fittings. I reduced JCB's daily arrears from a four figures to all JCB plants. Maintaining OTIF deliveries from a three-shift system of Fuel and Hydraulic tanks and piece… Show more I was the senior interface with customers. I chaired the daily meetings regarding the production plans to meet customer deadlines, from the flat material being lasered, and formed, through to tacking, robot welding, dressing, pressure testing, powder coating to the final fit out stage complete with the relevant customers' fittings. I reduced JCB's daily arrears from a four figures to all JCB plants. Maintaining OTIF deliveries from a three-shift system of Fuel and Hydraulic tanks and piece parts. I Implemented a major revamp to improve planning and productivity; this was done using a team of empowered of cell Leaders. I coordinated prototype tanks and parts with the relevant supplier development engineers. I oversaw the logistic deliveries.I also dealt with HR issues of recruitment and disciplinary issues. Show less

Managing a three-shift system producing Fuel and Hydraulic tanks for Blue Chip companies JCB, Komatsu and Terex. Scheduling through 3 supervisors production plans to meet tight customer deadlines, through tacking, robot welding, dressing, and pressure testing to the final fitout stage complete with the relevant customers' fittings. Hydraulic cleanliness was of paramount importance through the process. I was instrumental in a major revamp the area layout to improve planning and productivity… Show more Managing a three-shift system producing Fuel and Hydraulic tanks for Blue Chip companies JCB, Komatsu and Terex. Scheduling through 3 supervisors production plans to meet tight customer deadlines, through tacking, robot welding, dressing, and pressure testing to the final fitout stage complete with the relevant customers' fittings. Hydraulic cleanliness was of paramount importance through the process. I was instrumental in a major revamp the area layout to improve planning and productivity. We also reduced downtime through the introduction of SIC's (Short Interval Controls) and the introduction of 5s, and an accountable stock control system. Show less

This company supplied Garden Centre structures to Homebase and B&Q as well as polytunnels with a turnover £2m and 30 personnel. Management of all of three factories reporting to the Managing Director. Overseeing the buying of materials, organising the processing of the raw materials through forming and fabrication to finished goods, I coordinated the logistics of customer orders OTIF. and installation when required. Tasks also included the recruitment of new staff, implementation of… Show more This company supplied Garden Centre structures to Homebase and B&Q as well as polytunnels with a turnover £2m and 30 personnel. Management of all of three factories reporting to the Managing Director. Overseeing the buying of materials, organising the processing of the raw materials through forming and fabrication to finished goods, I coordinated the logistics of customer orders OTIF. and installation when required. Tasks also included the recruitment of new staff, implementation of disciplinary procedures and coordination of all Capital Expenditure. Health and Safety/Risk Assessments procedures also needed to be initiated. I led the development of a Continuous Improvement Programme throughout the various departments. I was the company contact for HR matters via an external company. Show less

I management the production of steel faced Residential doors, GRP doors, Timber, and Roller Garage doors. I significantly increased the Residential door production by 30% using GMP, brainstorming and the use of Fishbone diagram, I did this whilst doing my NEB(s)M diploma. I also increased productivity in the GRP area by 20% with better use of the area and planning.I reporting to the Operations Director.

I had complete control of operations from receipt of order to despatch, we offered next day delivery on cubical parts which initially was difficult. I set up a KanBan system with daily updates on components, this enabled rapid changes when required to meet customer orders.I was in overall control of productivity, Quality, HR and Health and Safety. I Implementation Lean Manufacturing techniques ensured customer focus and achievable promises to the customer base. Focussing on bottlenecks… Show more I had complete control of operations from receipt of order to despatch, we offered next day delivery on cubical parts which initially was difficult. I set up a KanBan system with daily updates on components, this enabled rapid changes when required to meet customer orders.I was in overall control of productivity, Quality, HR and Health and Safety. I Implementation Lean Manufacturing techniques ensured customer focus and achievable promises to the customer base. Focussing on bottlenecks from the Value Stream Mapping showed clear bottom line improvements. Show less

This was a £12m company with approx 160 personnel spread over 3 on site factories, covering timber profiling, setting out department, stock assembly, bespoke assembly and treatment finishing shop. I also headed up under Williams holdings the post acquisition of two companies in the Uk, and the transference of them to Darlington without a loss in sheduled deliveries. I was instrumental in the purchase of new machinery which improved productivity and reduced scrap. I was heavily involve with… Show more This was a £12m company with approx 160 personnel spread over 3 on site factories, covering timber profiling, setting out department, stock assembly, bespoke assembly and treatment finishing shop. I also headed up under Williams holdings the post acquisition of two companies in the Uk, and the transference of them to Darlington without a loss in sheduled deliveries. I was instrumental in the purchase of new machinery which improved productivity and reduced scrap. I was heavily involve with major investment of a new extraction system in the machine shop and 2 kilns to dry our own bought in cedar.I deputised for the Operations Director. Show less

As a mechanical quality engineer I was involved in 1st off inspection and trials of new models. I liaison with Production Engineering / Engineering Departments and offsite injection moulding companies for quality issues / improvements. I was involved with materials testing, reporting and corrective action of production/quality problems. I was the FIRA representative for the company regarding timber cabinet manufacture.Junior Quality Engineer: Responsible for supervising staff in… Show more As a mechanical quality engineer I was involved in 1st off inspection and trials of new models. I liaison with Production Engineering / Engineering Departments and offsite injection moulding companies for quality issues / improvements. I was involved with materials testing, reporting and corrective action of production/quality problems. I was the FIRA representative for the company regarding timber cabinet manufacture.Junior Quality Engineer: Responsible for supervising staff in all quality departments, TV assembly, goods Inwards and Cabinet Factory. Duties included liaison between PCB factories and the main factory with 1980-1982 regard to production faults and component faults. Collation of information and fault analysis.Goods Inwards Responsible for inspection of incoming goods, electrical components and mechanical parts /Inspector assemblies, including pressings. Duties also included, First off inspection of incoming goods Show less