Darren Jordan Warburton
Runcorn,Cheshire
Summary
Accomplished Production Planner with 5 years of experience in the automotive industry by managing schedules, inventory and logistics. Talented in working with teams to monitor productivity, review raw material inventory and determine production scheduling. Adept in developing solutions for increasing productivity through a strong understanding of final product, manufacturing equipment and all aspects of daily operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Production Planner
WHS Plastics Runcorn
Runcorn, Cheshire
2021.10 - Current
- Ensured timely delivery of products by overseeing logistics arrangements.
- Monitored product quality standards to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Prepared detailed production reports for management review.
- Collaborated on new product launches for seamless introduction into production line-up.
- Coordinated with multiple departments for streamlined workflow.
- Provided accurate forecasting data to aid in decision making.
- Organised regular stock checks to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Scheduled machinery maintenance, reduced equipment downtime significantly.
- Improved production scheduling by implementing effective planning strategies.
- Assisted in budget preparation, supported cost-reduction efforts.
- Assisted in budget preparation, supported cost-reduction efforts.
- Schedules BOP's on suppliers using lead times
- Using BOM's to ensure all parts, packaging & BOP's are ready at all times
- Produced effective production plans, ensuring optimum performance based on efficient product standards.
- Ensured 95% OTIF, liaising with sales and manufacturing to estimate lead time.
- Controlled logistics of finished products for sale and transportation.
- Scheduled stock deliveries and investigated delays to maintain optimal inventory levels.
Plant Operator
WHS Plastics Runcorn
Runcorn, Cheshire
2020.01 - 2021.10
- Conducted routine maintenance on heavy-duty equipment for optimal performance.
- Improved team efficiency by coordinating tasks among workers.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical problems, minimising downtime.
- Participated actively in staff training sessions to improve skills and knowledge base.
- Worked effectively as part of a diverse team, promoting a positive work environment.
- Monitored gauges, dials and output to ensure efficient operation.
- Completed all assigned tasks within given timeframes, contributing to overall efficiency of the plant operations.
- Performed daily checks on all machines, maintaining optimal functionality.
Paint Mix Technician
WHS Runcorn
Runcorn, Cheshire
2019.01 - 2021.01
- Maintained a clean working environment, upheld compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to service calls and resolving technical glitches swiftly.
- Facilitated smoother project execution by effectively liaising with engineers and other technicians.
- Coordinated closely with wider team members for successful completion of tasks within deadlines.
- Mixed chemicals to ensure application of paint to component is in a good manner
- Executed preventative maintenance on key machines, reduced downtime significantly.
- Managed paint mixing for accurate colour matching.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Public Services
Priestley College
Warrington 2018.09 - 2020.08
GCSEs - 13 GCSE's - 1A,4 B's & 6 C's
The Grange School
Runcorn 2005.09 - 2010.05
Skills
- Stress resistance
- Knowledge of lean principles
- Material requirement planning
- Data analysis and interpretation
- ERP systems expertise
- Result-Oriented approach
- Data analysis capabilities
- Bill of materials understanding
- Efficient communication
- Stock control
- Preparing reports
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Supply chain management
- Logistics coordination
- Capacity planning
- Excel proficent
Affiliations
- Running - 3 time marathon finisher
- Playing sports with friends
- Family days out
Timeline
Production Planner
WHS Plastics Runcorn
2021.10 - Current
Plant Operator
WHS Plastics Runcorn
2020.01 - 2021.10
Paint Mix Technician
WHS Runcorn
2019.01 - 2021.01
NVQ Level 3 - Public Services
Priestley College
2018.09 - 2020.08
GCSEs - 13 GCSE's - 1A,4 B's & 6 C's
The Grange School
2005.09 - 2010.05