Ben Wells
Derby,Derbyshire
Summary
Talented Team Leader experienced and dedicated to enhancing employee satisfaction and business success. Diplomatic and friendly with proven commitment to employee training. Hardworking team player bringing necessary experience and knowledge to tackle any operational demand.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Team Leader
Expleo Group
Derby
2022.02 - 2026.03
- Lead a team producing technical drawings and models, ensuring adherence to deadlines and quality.
- Technically review incoming tasks and distribute them out amongst the team.
- Facilitate solutions for design challenges with team and stakeholders. Manage customer communications, enhancing project efficiency and resolving issues promptly.
- Manage customer communications effectively, resolving issues promptly and enhancing project efficiency through proactive stakeholder engagement.
- Reviewed and distributed tasks, optimizing team performance and output.
- Inducted new team members, providing necessary training and access for seamless integration.
- Supported senior management with additional tasks, contributing to overall project success.
- Lead comprehensive spatial review across multiple areas, proposing innovative solutions and conducting impact assessments to drive project success.
- Conducted technical reviews, proposed solutions, and provided metrics on design changes, engineering queries, and impact assessments.
- Spearheaded 'Technical look ahead' initiative, optimizing project planning and maximizing delivery efficiency for long-term success.
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive training programme from the ground up.
Oversaw and reported on time and cost allocations for training compared to downtime. - Assisted customers as main contact point for inquiries and issues.
Supported company representation on customer site for six months.
Facilitated communication between customers and internal teams.
Shim Section Operative
Boneham and Turner
2021.10 - 2021.12
- Managed multiple tasks and time-sensitive projects, ensuring timely completion of customer orders.
- Interpreted CAD drawings to verify part tolerances, ensuring high-quality standards.
- Facilitated effective communication among team members and upper management.
- Oversaw stock management, ensuring accurate material orders and addressing inventory discrepancies.
- Enhanced operational efficiency through meticulous attention to detail and proactive problem-solving.
Sales Assistant
Sainsburys
2019.01 - 2021.10
Sales Assistant
Mountain Warehouse
2016.01 - 2017.01
Motorcycle Technician/ Workshop and Store Manager
Alexander Motorcycles
2016.05 - 2016.09
- Managed retail and workshop operations, ensuring timely repairs and customer satisfaction.
- Diagnosed and repaired diverse motorcycle brands, enhancing workshop efficiency.
- Controlled stock and ordered parts, meeting both retail and workshop needs.
- Advised customers on parts and products, building strong relationships.
- Scheduled and recommended necessary repairs, optimizing workshop time.
Education
BEng - Motorsport Engineering
The University of Derby
Derby 2018.01 - 2021.01
Diploma - Light in Vehicle Diagnostics and Repair
Canterbury College
2012.01 - 2016.01
Diploma of Higher Education - Engineering Foundations
University of Wales
2017.01 - 2018.01
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- MATLAB
- Simulink
- CFD
- Waterjet
- AutoCAD
- Data analysis
- SolidWorks
- FORAN
- Teamcenter
Timeline
Team Leader
Expleo Group
2022.02 - 2026.03
Shim Section Operative
Boneham and Turner
2021.10 - 2021.12
Sales Assistant
Sainsburys
2019.01 - 2021.10
BEng - Motorsport Engineering
The University of Derby
2018.01 - 2021.01
Diploma of Higher Education - Engineering Foundations
University of Wales
2017.01 - 2018.01
Motorcycle Technician/ Workshop and Store Manager
Alexander Motorcycles
2016.05 - 2016.09
Sales Assistant
Mountain Warehouse
2016.01 - 2017.01
Diploma - Light in Vehicle Diagnostics and Repair
Canterbury College
2012.01 - 2016.01