DOROTA MCDONALD
THETFORD,Norfolk
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive expertise in quality documentation and engineering drawing interpretation. Proficient in advanced machining techniques, including pillar drilling and facette machining, with a strong emphasis on precision and quality control. Demonstrates a robust understanding of lean manufacturing principles and health and safety compliance, ensuring efficient operations and hazard-free environments. Skilled in the use of measuring instruments, punch press machine operation, and manual handling, contributing to seamless production processes. Committed to continuous improvement and excellence in final inspection, packing for UK and exports, and technical problem diagnosis.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Production worker
CAMDENBOSS
Mildenhall, Suffolk
2017.02 - 2026.04
- Facilitated smooth workflow by organising materials for production line.
- Conducted maintenance checks on machinery, preventing unexpected breakdowns.
- Reduced waste and increased efficiency by maintaining equipment in good working order.
- Worked on assembly line, producing high-quality goods.
- Performed routine inspections to uphold product quality standards.
- Achieved consistent output with careful monitoring of production process.
- Handled finished products for packaging and dispatch, streamlining the end-of-line process.
- Maintained safe work environment by following safety procedures.
- Met tight deadlines through fast-paced work whilst maintaining attention to detail.
- Maintained fast pace and attention to detail to meet productivity targets.
- Strictly followed company safety regulations, eliminating workplace accidents and incidents.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to specifications.
- Used appropriate protective gear to minimise risk of injury.
- Supported stable production lines by preparing orders with precision and high accuracy.
- Created top-quality products by following strict standards and specifications.
- Inspected goods ahead of dispatch, minimising delivery errors.
- Kept workspaces clean and organised with regular attention.
- Cross-trained on different stations to assist with production needs.
Production worker
TROX
Thetford, Norfolk
2006.02 - 2017.02
- Worked on assembly line, producing high-quality goods.
- Utilised hand tools and power tools to assemble parts efficiently.
- Achieved consistent output with careful monitoring of production process.
- Loaded raw materials into machines for processing, enhancing productivity rates.
- Performed routine inspections to uphold product quality standards.
- Operated machinery following strict guidelines to ensure safety and quality control measures were met.
- Maintained safe work environment by following safety procedures.
- Reduced waste and increased efficiency by maintaining equipment in good working order.
- Met tight deadlines through fast-paced work whilst maintaining attention to detail.
- Kept workspace clean and organised, ensuring a productive work environment.
- Handled finished products for packaging and dispatch, streamlining the end-of-line process.
- Followed standard operating procedures, ensuring compliance and consistency in product quality.
- Monitored assigned critical control points, reporting discrepancies or faults immediately to avoid hazardous incidents.
- Strictly followed company safety regulations, eliminating workplace accidents and incidents.
- Lifted heavy weights using best moving and handling practices to avoid injury.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Hairdresser
TECHNIKUM FRYZJERSKIE
POLSKA LUBLIN 1985.09 - 1988.06
Skills
QUALITY DOCUMENTATION
READING ENGINEERING DRAWING
PILLAR DRILL(countersinking and counterbores)
FACETTE MACHINING(producing chamfers and radii)
MEASURING INSTRUMENTS
FACETTE MACHINING(producing steps and tongues)
HORIZONTAL SAW (bendcut and clipsaw)
HEAT FORMING BONDS (bending table)
SOLVENT WELDING
FINAL INSPECTION
PACKING(including UK and EXPORTS)
FINAL PRACTICAL TEST(manufacture FSPT enclosure)
- Technical problem diagnosis
- Hazardous material handling
- Strong work ethic
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Punch press machine operation
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Manual handling
- Quality Control
Affiliations
Long walks with my dog , painting
Languages
English
Intermediate
Polish
Upper intermediate
Timeline
Production worker
CAMDENBOSS
2017.02 - 2026.04
Production worker
TROX
2006.02 - 2017.02
NVQ Level 2 - Hairdresser
TECHNIKUM FRYZJERSKIE
1985.09 - 1988.06