Donna Essery
Administrator
Newport,Gwent
Summary
Accomplished Production Operator with extensive experience in manufacturing and warehouse operations, specialising in circuit board assembly, electrical testing, and soldering. Demonstrates strong skills in stock control, inventory management, and equipment maintenance. Proven track record of exceeding production targets through effective team collaboration and process optimisation. Adept at ensuring safety compliance and quality assurance while maintaining high standards of product inspection and packaging operations. Committed to continuous improvement and efficiency in industrial production environments.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work history
Solderer
Signify
Cwmbran, Torfaen County Borough
2026.02 - 2026.04
- Met tight deadlines with efficient organisation of daily activities and tasks associated with soldering duties.
- Selected appropriate solder based on the project requirements, ensured optimal results.
- Increased efficiency by maintaining soldering equipment regularly.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy whilst working within fast-paced production environments.
- Improved product longevity with careful application of solder onto workpieces.
- Ensured safety with proper usage of protective eyewear.
- Examined blueprints carefully to understand project needs fully before proceeding with soldering tasks.
- Completed complex soldering tasks for high-quality electronic devices.
- Cleaned work area after completion of each task to maintain a safe environment.
- Followed detailed assembly instructions, produced reliable electronic components.
- Performed quality control checks and eliminated defective products from the final output.
- Adhered strictly to health and safety regulations during all stages of the soldering process.
- Performed quality control checks, eliminated defective products from final output.
Solderer
Analogue & Micro
Cwmbran, Torfaen County Borough
2025.05 - 2026.01
- Assemble PCB using hand tools and electric tools in metal work.
- Specialised electrical tests to check for issues like faulty wiring, overloading and inadequate earthing.
- Process of building a box suitable for the product for transport and storage.
- Enhanced product quality by meticulously soldering electronic components.
- Cleaned work area after completion of each task to maintain a safe environment.
- Kept record of all completed tasks, aiding strategic planning and workflow organisation within the team.
- Assisted in the development of new soldering techniques for improved efficiency.
- Played a key role in minimising waste by recycling excess materials from the solder process whenever possible.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols whilst handling hot solder and related equipment, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Maintained a clean work area to facilitate efficient production processes.
- Soldered intricate electronics, ensuring optimal device function.
- Recorded daily production and operational data on specified forms and logs.
- Adhered to health and safety standards defined by respective authorities.
- Drafted reports for management, detailing daily production numbers.
- Other packages that can be used are wrapping, cushioning, bubble wrap and sealing. A good package prevents products or items from breakage or pilferage.
- Identified potential issues during the production process, preventing unnecessary downtimes.
- Executed production tasks, resulting in timely delivery of orders.
Assembly Operative
Eaton
Cwmbran
2024.11 - 2024.11
- Soldered circuit board components using required soldering to produce required output daily.
- Performed QC inspections, identifying of faults to increase quality output.
- Coordinated daily setup and operation of injection moulding machinery, producing required output daily.
- Provided feedback to team leader on assembly operations to improve waste reduction and productivity.
- Demonstrated outstanding teamwork and communication skills to improve daily output and productivity.
- Consistently exceeded production targets for Assembly Operatives through outstanding communication and teamwork.
Packing Assistant
HMW
Cwmbran
2024.10 - 2024.10
- Packed goods and materials according to instructions and requirements.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of packaging processes.
- Collected, packed and labelled goods and products by hand.
- Picked and packer products daily.
- Continuously exceeded company targets for productivity and quality.
- Monitored product quality, reporting damages and defects to Warehouse Manager.
- Consolidated orders for streamlined dispatch procedures.
- Inspected product conditions prior to packing, maintaining high quality standards.
- Sealed and labelled each package correctly which resulted in fewer mix-ups during delivery,.
- Handled fragile items with extra care reducing breakages and customer complaints significantly.
- Maintained clean work area, fostering a healthy working environment.
- Ensured safe transport to clients by securely packaging items.
- Followed health and safety guidelines strictly whilst performing duties, promoting a safe work atmosphere.
- Completed work following safety rules for best working practices.
Warehouse Associate
Safran Seats
Newport, NWP
2024.05 - 2024.07
- Coordinated inventory for items using Warehouse Management System.
- Maintained cycle counts of warehouse inventories and reported discrepancies to supervising manager.
- Checked for damaged or missing items and sorted stock for storage.
- Conducted stock counts within warehouse inputting on the m3 computer system.
- Programmed automated Material Handling Equipment to efficiently sort and move packages.
- Achieved targets by fulfilling orders within picking average timeframe.
- Handled fragile items with care and appropriate packaging to protect products through shipment.
- Checked stock for damage and placed materials onto racks and shelves.
- Picked, packed and caged orders for delivery.
Warehouse Administrator
CAF Rolling Stock
Newport, NWP
2021.09 - 2024.04
- Checked and booked in goods efficiently using Banns Inventory Management software.
- Liaised with operational teams to define stock requirements based on sales projections.
- Followed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Handled shipping documentation, providing accurate record keeping.
- Updated the Warehouse Management System regularly; ensured data accuracy at all times.
- Handled employee queries promptly; fostered a positive work environment.
- Managed daily administrative tasks to maintain smooth warehouse functioning.
- Implemented a new filing system which improved document management efficiency.
- Streamlined warehouse operations by implementing efficient administrative procedures.
- Ensured safety regulations were adhered to in all warehouse operations.
- Performed quality checks on incoming goods, maintained high standards across all products.
- Assisted in annual stock audits, ensuring accuracy of inventory records.
- Organised inventory, resulting in easy access and quick retrieval of items.
- Liaised with customers regarding delivery schedules, leading to high customer satisfaction rates.
- Maintained excellent supplier relations to ensure uninterrupted supply chain.
- Provided support to the warehouse manager with daily operational duties; increased overall productivity levels.
- Coordinated with logistics team for smooth delivery of goods.
- Worked closely with other departments for resolving discrepancies, promoted cross-departmental cooperation.
- Developed contingency plans for potential issues; effectively mitigated risk of delays.
- Processed orders swiftly; minimised dispatch times significantly.
Warehouse Operator
Wilko
Newport, NWP
2019.08 - 2021.07
- Reduced production floor injuries and accidents by diligently identifying and rectifying hazards.
- Individually compiled pick orders daily with speed and efficiency.
- Safely and efficiently operated various machines in compliance with internal policy and procedures, including LLOP, Bluetooth headset.
- Monitored temperature regulation controls to prevent food spoilage in warehouse cool rooms.
- Worked in a large person warehouse team, carrying out order fulfilment for customer orders daily.
- Supervised new employees and had them shadow other staff, providing feedback and training to improve their competency.
- Utilised downtime to clean and organise the warehouse, preventing damaged stock and workplace incidents by removing potential hazards.
Production Operative
Bisley
2005.04 - 2019.04
- Nonpirated machinery and production equipment, making necessary adjustments based on production requirements.
- Assembled products and parts in collaboration with colleagues to meet production targets.
- Performed quality assurance and testing checks on finished products and recorded defective items before storage.
- Tested products to keep safety and functionality in line with brand standards.
- Kept production area clean, safe and organised.
- Assembled complex product components with precision.
- Maintained inventory of goods and raw materials in factory or warehouse.
- Labelled and packaged finished goods in preparation for shipment.
- Inspected finished goods to identify and remove damaged products.
- Helped line workers assemble materials to produce finished goods.
- Cleaned work areas, organised materials and removed obstructions from work floor.
- Collected and removed finished goods from manufacturing lines for testing and storage.
- Monitored production process and tracked overall team productivity.
- Adjusted machine controls to meet necessary product specifications.
- Completed data entry and barcode scanning for inventory and materials.
- Hand-finished parts and components as part of line assembly.
- Cleaned machinery and equipment to remove waste, grease and stains.
- Packed, weighed and labelled products efficiently.
- Scheduled preventative maintenance and repairs for company machines.
- Ordered and received new products and materials to prevent shortages.
- Shut down machine operations to clear blockages and dirt.
- Analysed product instructions and specifications for proper manufacturing.
- Regulated production equipment speed and output.
- Fed raw materials into machinery and monitored production process.
- Maintained documentation for KPI reporting and product tracking.
- Adapted to changing department processes, production requirements and safety standards.
- Noted machine faults and reported to maintenance officers.
Sales Assistant
BHS
Newport
2000.07 - 2004.04
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely and efficient manner, leading to a increase in customer loyalty.
- Assisted customers with product selection, resulting in a increase in sales.
- Maintained accurate inventory records, ensuring that products were available in a timely manner.
- Operated a cash register and handled cash/credit transactions accurately, resulting in a balanced till at the end of each shift.
- Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Handled customer complaints calmly and professionally, resolving customer issues in a timely manner.
- Learned and followed all store policies and procedures, resulting in fewer mistakes and improved customer service.
Sales Assistant
Woolworths
Newport
1986.09 - 1988.07
- Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Handled customer complaints calmly and professionally, resolving customer issues in a timely manner.
- Learned and followed all store policies and procedures, resulting in fewer mistakes and improved customer service.
- Utilized sales techniques and strategies to build customer relationships and close sales, resulting in a increase in sales.
- Operated cash register, credit card machine, and other electronic equipment accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted customers with locating items and providing product information.
- Processed transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring that all transactions were completed within the established timeframe.
- Worked with project managers to develop and implement strategies for cost savings and resource optimization.
Education
GCSE - Math/English
Bettws High School
Newport, NWPSkills
- Stock Control
- Expediting
- Team Working
- Coordination Skills
- Manufacturing
- Barcodes
- Industrial Production
- Raw Materials
- Inventory
- Equipment maintenance
- Process optimization
- Safety compliance
- Soldering
- Circuit board assembly
- Electrical testing
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Risk assessment
- Time management
- Production line teamwork
- Technical documentation
- Machine operation
- Proactive and efficient
- Packing and packaging operations
- Attention to Detail
- Reliable
- Ability to use initiative
- Product Inspection
- Standard Operating Procedures knowledge
- Product assembly
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Product visual quality check
- Waste minimisation
- Packing procedures
- ISO standards familiarity
- Time organisation
- Keen problem solver
- Hazardous material handling
- Pallet jack operation
- Excellent communicator
- Precision focus
- Process improvement techniques
- Manual sorting
- Strong work ethic
- Material handling
- Data Entry Skills
- Microscope work precision
- Lead-Free soldering practice
- Waste disposal regulations understanding
- Resourceful troubleshooting
- Reliability under pressure
- Tools organization
- Anti-Static procedures knowledge
- Equipment handling
- Reliable punctuality
- Anti-Static precautions understanding
- Adherence to specifications
- Soldering iron usage
- Flux application
- Hand tool competency
- Through-hole soldering
Languages
English
Hobbies and Interests
- Gardening
- Horse riding
- Going on Holiday Abroad
Timeline
Solderer
Signify
2026.02 - 2026.04
Solderer
Analogue & Micro
2025.05 - 2026.01
Assembly Operative
Eaton
2024.11 - 2024.11
Packing Assistant
HMW
2024.10 - 2024.10
Warehouse Associate
Safran Seats
2024.05 - 2024.07
Warehouse Administrator
CAF Rolling Stock
2021.09 - 2024.04
Warehouse Operator
Wilko
2019.08 - 2021.07
Production Operative
Bisley
2005.04 - 2019.04
Sales Assistant
BHS
2000.07 - 2004.04
Sales Assistant
Woolworths
1986.09 - 1988.07
GCSE - Math/English
Bettws High School