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Daniel Socha

Chilton,Oxfordshire

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Results-driven, ambitious and competitive business leader focused on transformative leadership and continuous improvement to drive growth and maximise profits. Tenacious executive ready to take on challenging role, meet goals and surpass expectations.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work history

Cell Manager

Penlon
Abingdon, Oxfordshire
03.2023 - Current
  • Applied expertise in team leadership to address productivity and performance issues, motivating staff to achieve KPIs.
  • Managed staffing schedules for high numbers of employees, delivering operational efficiency whilst remaining under budget.
  • Developed strong teams by skilfully recruiting, orienting and training loyal, hard-working employees.
  • Conducted audits and risk assessments to achieve regulatory compliance.
  • Upskilled staff through targeted training opportunities, enhancing team capabilities.
  • Addressed customer issues with compassion and professionalism, ensuring swift, successful resolution.
  • Created and implemented best practice policies and processes to aid operational performance.
  • Prepared and presented reports, strategies and recommendations for consideration by senior management.
  • Aided senior leadership by recommending corrective actions and improvements to company operations.
  • Reviewed production issues and implemented corrective action plans, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Implemented health, safety and well-being programmes to drive productivity and high-quality services.
  • Guided staff to bolster overall team performance, resilience and cohesion.
  • Liaised with stakeholders on product change requests and reviews to evaluate impact on planning and schedules.
  • Identified and drove improvements to optimise return on investment without adding risk or disruption to processes.
  • Prioritised activities to deliver programmed work within scheduled time and budget.

Production Supervisor

KCC Basildon Chemicals Momentive Company
03.2016 - 02.2023
  • Day to day smooth and efficient running of the late shift
  • Report maintenance work and check progress on ongoing tasks
  • Responsible for the update and training records of his team
  • Provide support, coaching, training, and other resources as needed for employees to fulfil their assigned responsibilities and goals
  • Perform in -process testing of batches being manufactured
  • Provide a written handover of equipment and batch status
  • Understanding Production Plan
  • Acquiring materials against Batch Sheets
  • Assist in Deviation investigations
  • Working knowledge of H&S regulations and practices
  • Working knowledge of COSHH regulations
  • Stock control.

Freelance Photographer

Daniel Socha Photography
09.2016 - Current

Warehouse Manager

ANT BM Ltd
09.2011 - 02.2016
  • Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with company's policies and vision
  • Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations
  • Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilization
  • Initiate, coordinate and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures
  • Adhere to all warehousing, handling and shipping legislation requirements
  • Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security
  • Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system
  • Prepare annual budget
  • Liaise with clients, suppliers and transport companies
  • Plan work rotas, assign tasks appropriately and appraise results
  • Recruit, select, orient, coach and motivate employees
  • Produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report etc)
  • Receive feedback and monitor the quality of services provided

Forklift driver

ANT BM
London
05.2010 - 09.2011
  • Stored received goods in logical and organised manner.
  • Monitored forklift operation to maintain safe working order, promptly reporting issues to managers.
  • Thoroughly inspected forklifts on a weekly basis to identify wear and damage.
  • Operated controls to align forklifts and relocate product stacks while mitigating safety risks.
  • Stacked and palletised products following set instructions.
  • Used manual handling techniques and roller cages to move crates around warehouse.

Maintenance Supervisor

Plastimet Sp. z o.o
06.2006 - 05.2011
  • Full responsibility of the shift in terms of management of staff, management of maintenance and quality targets and to ensure the smooth running of the processes
  • Machinery breakdowns

Education

Master Degree - Ergonomics, design

University of Warmia and Mazury
10/2001 - 06/2006

Skills

  • Skills and Achievements
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Quality Control management system
  • Reliable with a professional working attitude
  • Ability to work effectively on own initiative or in a team
  • Prepared to work long hours during busy periods
  • Good time management skills
  • Keen to learn new skills
  • A self-motivated and hardworking
  • Forklift and Double Miter Saw
  • First Aid and Fire Marshall
  • Knowledge of GMP and GLP
  • RSPH Level 3 HACCP
  • Knowledge of programs (software): Adobe Photoshop, Corel Draw, Aperture, Adobe Lightroom, Windows, Mac Os X, IFS
  • Freelancer- Photographer: danielsochacom
  • Coaching leadership
  • Change management
  • Performance development planning
  • Workforce development
  • SMART goal setting

Interests

Interests & Hobbies , I have a great interest in IT / computers and new technologies are my main hobby. In my spare time I assemble and help with friend's PC's. I feel very comfortable with Apple software. My other passion is photography and image processing. I have also good working knowledge of designing adverts for marketing purposes.

Languages

Polish
Native
German
Elementary
Russian
Elementary

Timeline

Cell Manager

Penlon
03.2023 - Current

Freelance Photographer

Daniel Socha Photography
09.2016 - Current

Production Supervisor

KCC Basildon Chemicals Momentive Company
03.2016 - 02.2023

Warehouse Manager

ANT BM Ltd
09.2011 - 02.2016

Forklift driver

ANT BM
05.2010 - 09.2011

Maintenance Supervisor

Plastimet Sp. z o.o
06.2006 - 05.2011

Master Degree - Ergonomics, design

University of Warmia and Mazury
10/2001 - 06/2006

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