Ged McCarthy
Liverpool,Merseyside
Summary
Accomplished Quality Engineer with over 10 years of experience in the luxury brand automotive industry, specialising in health and safety training, risk assessment, auditing, and continuous improvement. Proven expertise in operations management and material flow (Just in time), with a strong track record of developing effective training programmes and performance metrics. Dedicated to enhancing quality standards and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Career goal: To leverage extensive experience to drive excellence and innovation within a dynamic organisation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Production / Training Manager
International Automotive Components
Halewood, Merseyside
04.2016 - 05.2020
- Elevated company reputation as a top employer due its focus on personal and professional growth opportunities offered to employees.
- Developed comprehensive training programmes for improved staff performance.
- Aligned training objectives with business goals for streamlined operations.
- Enhanced team productivity by introducing interactive learning strategies.
- Identified skill gaps among workforce, enabling targeted training interventions.
Value Stream Mapping Auditor
International Automotive Components
Halewood, Merseyside
05.2014 - 04.2016
- Supervised project timelines for timely completion.
- Coordinated cross-departmental collaboration for improved workflow.
Production Shift Manager
International Automotive Components
Halewood, Merseyside
01.2011 - 04.2014
- Organised employee work schedules for optimal shift coverage.
- Developed new process improvements to enhance productivity.
- Introduced safety protocols for reduced workplace accidents.
- Coordinated machine maintenance to minimise downtime.
- Ensured smooth shift transitions by proper scheduling and briefing of incoming teams.
- Mentored junior staff members to improve their performance.
- Developed strategies aimed at increasing overall workplace efficiency.
- Trained new hires and set up mentoring relationships to drive team performance.
- Worked closely with management to manage staff levels and allocate resources for production plans.
Senior Production / Quality Engineer
Scott Health & Safety
Skelmersdale, Lancashire
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Developed streamlined processes for better efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards using stringent auditing techniques.
- Collaborated with suppliers for improved raw material quality.
- Utilised statistical analysis tools to drive process improvements.
- Optimised manufacturing processes through the application of Lean Six Sigma principles.
- Conducted training sessions to improve team's understanding of quality assurance protocols.
- Coordinated closely with appropriate teams to implement necessary process and procedural changes to prevent quality issue recurrence.
- Investigated customer complaints to address areas of improvement and eliminate non-conformances.
- Created and issued Standard Operating Procedures for team members to follow.
Production Manager Co-ordinator
Magna Intier Automotive UK Ltd
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Created detailed schedules to streamline work processes.
- Enhanced team productivity with efficient delegation of tasks.
- Coordinated project tasks for successful and timely completion.
Production Shift Manager
Magna Intier Automotive UK Ltd
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Organised employee work schedules for optimal shift coverage.
- Ensured production efficiency by troubleshooting and addressing issues promptly.
- Coordinated machine maintenance to minimise downtime.
- Maintained high quality standards across all products.
- Mentored junior staff members to improve their performance.
- Handled day-to-day operational issues on the factory floor.
Production First Line Manager
Johnson Controls Automotive UK Ltd
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Streamlined operations for improved productivity and efficiency.
- Achieved team cohesion by implementing effective communication strategies.
Quality Co-ordinator
Johnson Controls Automotive UK Ltd
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Led regular review meetings to discuss product performance and address any potential issues.
- Facilitated process improvement initiatives that resulted in enhanced manufacturing efficiency.
Customer Quality Engineer
Johnson Controls Auto UK Ltd
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently addressing quality concerns and providing solutions.
Quality Engineer
Johnson Controls Automotive UK Ltd
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Utilised statistical analysis tools to drive process improvements.
- Implemented corrective actions to reduce manufacturing defects.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with proficiency in problem-solving and troubleshooting.
Quality Technician
Johnson Controls Automotive UK Ltd
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Monitored manufacturing processes closely, catching errors before mass production commenced.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
Riverside Technical Liverpool
Aigburth, Liverpool 08/2002 - 06/2004
Skills
- Health and Safety Training
- Risk Assessment
- Continuous Improvement
- Material Flow (Just in time)
- Quality Engineer Automotive (20 years)
- Operations Management
- Training programme development
- Performance metrics
- Health and safety training
Certification
Full Driving License with no convictions
Personal Information
- Total Experience: 25
- Highest Education Level: HND Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
- Industry: Automotive / Health and Safety
Affiliations
- Golf, Fishing, and walking football.
Timeline
Production / Training Manager
International Automotive Components
04.2016 - 05.2020
Value Stream Mapping Auditor
International Automotive Components
05.2014 - 04.2016
Production Shift Manager
International Automotive Components
01.2011 - 04.2014
Senior Production / Quality Engineer
Scott Health & Safety
01.2009 - 01.2011
Production Manager Co-ordinator
Magna Intier Automotive UK Ltd
01.2008 - 01.2009
Production Shift Manager
Magna Intier Automotive UK Ltd
01.2007 - 01.2008
Production First Line Manager
Johnson Controls Automotive UK Ltd
01.2004 - 01.2007
Quality Co-ordinator
Johnson Controls Automotive UK Ltd
01.2002 - 01.2004
Customer Quality Engineer
Johnson Controls Auto UK Ltd
01.2000 - 01.2002
Quality Engineer
Johnson Controls Automotive UK Ltd
01.1999 - 01.2000
Quality Technician
Johnson Controls Automotive UK Ltd
01.1996 - 01.1999
Higher National Diploma - Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
Riverside Technical Liverpool
08/2002 - 06/2004
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