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Shotton, Wales, United Kingdom

Llantrisant, Wales, United Kingdom

• Proficient in the operation, calibration, and maintenance of pilot plant equipment and machinery, encompassing reactor vessels, waste tanks, heating circulators, pumps, and valves.• Skilled in the monitoring and control of ongoing production processes using Julabo EASYTemp software, ensuring optimal efficiency and adherence to rigorous quality standards.• Proven experience in upholding stringent safety protocols and regulatory compliance within the production environment, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Successfully overhauled COSHH and Risk Assessments on-site, rectifying deficiencies and assuming a role as the designated Health and Safety representative for my shift.• Expertise in handling hazardous waste disposal, ensuring the proper and safe management of potentially harmful materials.• Pioneered the creation of an optimised spreadsheet, resulting in the possibility of saving thousands of pounds per batch in raw material costs after discovering an oversight in previous documentation associated with mixing reactant batches of varying concentrations.• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting operational issues and implementing effective corrective measures to limit interruptions and delays to the production of a high-cost speciality product.• Exhibited strong teamwork and communication skills, collaborating seamlessly with colleagues and management to facilitate the smooth operation of plant processes in addition to training new hires.

Whitland, Wales, United Kingdom

• Displayed proficiency in quality control by overseeing the cleaning, transportation, and organization of approximately 200 pallets of supermarket food trays designated for turkey distribution by Marks & Spencer.• Collaborated effectively with team members and managers to guarantee that the containers met the requisite cleanliness standards for optimal food storage. Ensured that quotas were consistently achieved, facilitating the timely distribution of completed pallets to suppliers, a critical aspect given the seasonal demands leading up to Christmas.• Demonstrated adept time management skills by working diligently to meet deadlines, ensuring all preparations were completed on schedule for the holiday season. This involved a meticulous approach to coordinating tasks and maintaining a high level of efficiency.• Thrived in challenging outdoor conditions, executing repetitive and strenuous tasks for extended periods, showcasing resilience and dedication. Successfully fostered team morale by sustaining motivation and fostering a positive atmosphere among team members throughout the demanding workload.

Bridgend

• Conducted precise chemical analyses of industrial effluent within the wastewater treatment plant, ensuring compliance with environmental management legislation ISO14001.• Applied troubleshooting expertise to address process-related issues, identifying the chemical composition of unknown substances in the production line using advanced laboratory techniques, including spectrophotometry, and verifying with chemical methods (in adherence with quality legislation ISO9001).• Played a pivotal role in the research and development of diverse papermaking processes, experimenting with varied pulp compositions. Conducted comprehensive testing of the final product, evaluating physical properties such as tensile strength and water-absorption capacity.• Demonstrated proficiency in a wide range of analytical techniques, including colorimetry, spectroscopy, chromatography, titrations, and Soxhlet extractions, while strictly adhering to health and safety protocols.• Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams, working independently and alongside peers and employees from diverse sectors within the company.• Prepared and presented detailed industrial reports, showcasing methods and findings, using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, highlighting effective communication skills. • Biodegradability study conducted on mill chemicals lead to cost-saving opportunities. Concluded that expenditures exceeding £1M could be saved through the implementation of findings from the study.