About me

20 years in the Packaging Industry. I am experienced in operation of varying types of machinery within the trade and as I have developed a solid understanding of the mechanics over the years, have an increased ability to problem solve machines I've never used before. I come with supervisory experience and the ability to develop a team to become more efficient and productive with make ready and running speeds in line with company and customer demands.

Previous job roles include working as team leader within finishing department. Responsible for management of operators on 11 gluing machines; encouraging positivity in achieving right results, meeting targets & improving team efficiencies. Experience includes assignment of work & coordination/monitoring of processes to ensure call offs are completed on time, creation of SOPs & provision of training to the team to support compliance in meeting given targets and KPIs. Ensuring that all consumables are accounted for/stocks replenished when necessary and through machine maintenance, ensuring all TPMs are kept up to date; dealing with any issues as they arise.
Managerial experience includes monitoring shift cover to ensure staffing levels are ample to meet company targets. Recruit new staff, monitor staff performance; complete appraisals & interim reviews & taking disciplinary action when it's required. Mfinished quality of work from the team and provide support and training to help them further develop their skills. Monitor and address hygiene and health and safety issues relative to this type of working environment.

I can work directly with customers to help address issues experienced. I problem solve by reviewing their machinery set up and provide advice and guidance
I have been trained in lean six sigma belt processes and engaged in BIT improvement training as part of an NVQ L3. I am computer literate in office packages and experienced in use of Avanti (print business management information system).