Gerald Glennon
Saxmundham,Suffolk
Summary
Dedicated and flexible worker with a strong work ethic and extensive knowledge of ISO standards, SOP compliance, and health and safety protocols. Demonstrates initiative in task completion and excels in cooperative working environments. Proficient in forklift operation, quality inspection, and machine operating, ensuring efficient task prioritisation and adherence to high-quality standards. Committed to maintaining excellence in all aspects of work while seeking opportunities for career advancement within the industry.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1984
1984
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Factory operative
PPC Broadband Fiber
Parham, Suffolk
2008.12 - 2026.03
- Collaborated effectively with team members for improved efficiency.
- Coordinated with other operatives efficiently for successful completion of tasks.
- Actively participated in fire drills and safety trainings; promoted a culture of workplace safety.
- Enhanced safety by adhering strictly to company guidelines and regulations.
- Loaded and unloaded materials manually, maintaining organisation and orderliness in storage area.
- Conducted routine checks on machinery for smooth operation.
- Managed stock inventory diligently; avoided shortage or excess supply situations.
- Performed minor repairs swiftly on malfunctioning equipment; decreased disruptions in factory operations.
- Assisted in quality control, ensuring high standard of product output.
- Demonstrated resilience under pressure by working extra hours during peak seasons.
- Handled delicate components carefully during assembly; minimised damage or loss incidents.
- Operated heavy machinery after undergoing adequate training, further enhancing skills set. Obtained Forklift Operators Licence.
- Followed strict timelines, met production deadlines consistently.
- Monitored machine operations closely; ensured consistency in product quality.
- Maintained clean work area to prevent accidents and improve productivity.
- Adhered to instructions incorporating quality, safety and good manufacturing practices.
- Worked part of fast-paced production line, continually achieving targets.
- Operated, cleaned and inspected equipment to maintain performance and maximise production outputs.
- Followed production guidelines and specifications to produce quality products.
- Performed quality control to confirm finished products met production standards
- Effectively operated forklifts and conveyor belts to fulfil orders efficiently.
- Trained junior operatives on best practices in all factory areas
- Set up production equipment and supplies before executing job orders.
- Measured, graded and fed raw materials into machinery
- Assisted in training new operatives to help integrate into team.
- Made necessary adjustments on production equipment based on production requirements.
- Reported any accidents, incidents or near misses occurring in workplace during shift.
- Inspected machinery for repair needs or removable blockages requiring attention.
- Collected finished work at end of production lines and moved to locations for storage or shipping.
- Cross-trained on different stations to assist with production needs.
- Helped smooth running of daily tasks by replenishing supplies.
- Minded machinery to reduce downtime.
Production Operative and Electrical Test Engineer
HTG Trading Ltd
Otley, Suffolk
2002.10 - 2008.12
- Copper shop cutting, brazing, assembling and finishing off components for refrigertation units.
- Working as part of a team but also on own initiative.
- Following technical drawings to produce accurate and high quality parts within limited time and supplying production line.
- Enhanced production efficiency with meticulous machine maintenance.
- Conducted basic repairs on machinery, increasing operational uptime.
- Monitored quality control processes to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Followed company procedures for effective task completion.
- Assisted in stock control, reducing waste and overproduction.
- Assisted in the training of new employees, creating a more efficient workforce.
- Independently operated production line equipment.
- Operated machinery and equipment and conducted adjustments to meet safety measures.
- Assembled items accurately and promptly, maintaining efficiency of fast-paced production lines.
- Assembled and disassembled products and parts following specifications.
- Maintained tools, equipment and machinery in good working order.
Education
CSE's - English, Maths, History, Horticulture, Human Biology, Geography, Geometrical & Engineeringr
Hadleigh High School
Hadleigh, SuffolkSkills
Hardworking, dedicated, loyal and flexible
- Cooperative working
- ISO standards familiarity
- Initiative in task completion
- Forklift operation
- Task prioritisation
- Machinery operation
- Quality inspection
- SOP compliance
- Health and safety knowledge
- Diligent work ethic
- Efficiency management
Affiliations
- Walking, Travel, History and Documentaries
Certification
Have held First Aid and Ergonomics Certificates as well as being on Health & Safety committee
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Factory operative
PPC Broadband Fiber
2008.12 - 2026.03
Production Operative and Electrical Test Engineer
HTG Trading Ltd
2002.10 - 2008.12
CSE's - English, Maths, History, Horticulture, Human Biology, Geography, Geometrical & Engineeringr
Hadleigh High School