Colin Brain
Cinderford,Gloucestershire
Summary
Operational excellence professional focused on continuous improvement and compliance in high-pressure manufacturing. Uses robotics technical documentation and analytical methods to improve output and support safety-regulated operations. Maintains consistent quality, clean workspaces, and stable line performance through disciplined execution and strong teamwork.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
General Operator
INVISTA Textiles
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
06.2025 - Current
- Operating and maintaining plant and equipment to meet production plans, quality standards, and yield efficiencies
- Accurately recording operating conditions and optimising processes to maximise output
- Completing equipment and area cleaning, inspections, and checks to high standards
- Identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities, including updating documentation
- Ensuring full compliance with EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) and operational standards
- Completing equipment and area cleaning, inspections, and checks to high standards
- Identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities, including updating documentation
- Working within regulated and quality-critical manufacturing environments
- Managing workload autonomously while adapting to changing priorities
- Applying experience in robotics and automation to support efficient operations
Dual Robot Cell Operator
G-TEKT Europe Manufacturing Ltd (G-TEM)
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Operated robotic welding equipment across dual robot cells
- Supporting multiple robot cells and production changes
- Minimising downtime and accurately logging faults
- Achieved build and quality targets for Jaguar Land Rover, Tesla, BMW
- Conducted quality checks on all produced components
- Worked on production line for Toyota vehicles
- Completing production and quality documentation
Technical & Logistical Support
HC21
Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Managing technical, logistical, and administrative support for Fujifilm endoscopic equipment demonstrations
- Coordinating equipment testing, maintenance, servicing, and loan processes
- Collaborated with manufacturers, sales, and technical teams to ensure effective communication and project alignment.
- Oversaw asset tracking, contract renewals, and internal databases to maintain accurate records and streamline operations
Manufacturing Quality Assurance Administrator
Honda of the UK Manufacturing Ltd
Swindon, Wiltshire
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Supporting the Manufacturing Quality Assurance function within a high-volume automotive environment
- Maintaining quality documentation and supporting internal and external audits
- Analysing quality data and producing reports
- Managing process verification, deviation recording, and design change implementation
- Delivered quality support during urgent manufacturing issues
- Supporting the Engine Assembly department in achieving a 97% Right First
- Managing process verification, deviation recording, and design change implementation
- Supporting New Model Introduction and assembly rate changes
- Delivered mandatory training modules to enhance team knowledge and adherence to quality standards
- Leading the successful re-introduction of an export engine model six weeks ahead of deadline
New Model & Design Change Associate
Honda of the UK Manufacturing Ltd
Swindon, Wiltshire
03.2016 - 08.2019
- Sole responsibility for Engine Assembly design change awareness and process control
- Managing New Model Introduction and Design Change Management activities
- Developed and maintained design change and operational documentation to facilitate effective communication and compliance
- Applying the Honda Quality Management System aligned to ISO 9001:2015
- Performing process verification, auditing, and PACV evaluations
- Updating over 1,000 operation standards per model across six model lines
- Using PDCA to drive continuous improvement
- Analysing component, torque, and lubrication specifications
- Assisted in In-Car Repair and Engine Assembly quality repair activities to uphold product integrity and support operational excellence
- Co-author of an award-winning Health & Safety improvement, winner at the 2018 New Honda Circle Convention
- Represented Honda Swindon at the European NHC Convention in Budapest
- Hungary
Manufacturing Operative / Senior Production Associate
Honda of the UK Manufacturing Ltd
Swindon, Wiltshire
06.1997 - 03.2016
- Working within high-volume automotive manufacturing environments across multiple production areas
- Conducted quality checks and inspections, implementing defect prevention activities to enhance product standards
- Operating manual, semi-automated, and automated assembly processes
- Facilitated Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to streamlined processes
- Working within high-volume automotive manufacturing environments across multiple production areas
- Mentored and trained colleagues, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team
- Adapted to various roles and shift patterns in fast-paced environments
Education
Qualifications and Training
01-1992
Skills
- Robotic operations
- Automated processes
- Manufacturing operations
- Process control software
- Quality assurance
- Continuous improvement
- Kaizen
- 5S
- Process optimization
- Preventive maintenance
- Quality systems
- Compliance
- Process documentation
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Verbal and written communication
- Presentation skills
- Organisational skills
- Target delivery under pressure
Timeline
General Operator
INVISTA Textiles
06.2025 - Current
Dual Robot Cell Operator
G-TEKT Europe Manufacturing Ltd (G-TEM)
08.2023 - 06.2025
Technical & Logistical Support
HC21
03.2022 - 07.2022
Manufacturing Quality Assurance Administrator
Honda of the UK Manufacturing Ltd
08.2019 - 07.2021
New Model & Design Change Associate
Honda of the UK Manufacturing Ltd
03.2016 - 08.2019
Manufacturing Operative / Senior Production Associate
Honda of the UK Manufacturing Ltd
06.1997 - 03.2016
Qualifications and Training