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John Mitchell

Kettering,Northamptonshire

Summary

Experienced Production Team leader adept at keeping operations moving smoothly and efficiently in order to meet demanding manufacturing targets. Bringing 13 years of progressive leadership experience in production environments. I pride myself on being dedicated, loyal, trustworthy, hard working and strive to push my limits, be the best I can be and to coach and guide people around me.

I have a keen eye for detail, processes, connectedness and for continuous improvement in all areas within a workplace. I'm very hands on, pro active and determined to reach individual, team and company goals. I love a challenge and like to lead by example, I'm also very open to new ideas, trying new processes and hearing what ideas employees and work colleagues may have to better themselves and the company with a "what's stopping us" attitude.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Food Production Technician

Little Moons
Kettering, Northamptonshire
07.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot technical issues, resulting in a reduction in production delays.
  • Operated 6 points on the production line including 1 critical control point(CCP), adhering strictly to safety protocols and efficiency standards.
  • Monitored quality control measures rigorously, ensuring all products met stringent industry standards and specifications.
  • Completed production paperwork with meticulous accuracy, clearly detailing work performed for efficiency analysis.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on production equipment to minimise downtime and maintain optimal performance.
  • Kept in line with safety standards by wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as instructed in company manuals.
  • Participated in lean manufacturing initiatives, driving efficiency and reducing waste through streamlined processes.
  • Monitored food production processes to maintain quality standards.
  • Closely monitored food production lines for quality standards, promptly removing imperfect goods.
  • Adjusted machine settings for optimal performance, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
  • Maintained, adjusted and efficiently run machinery including Proseal pack heat sealer, domino laser printer, spiral freezer and Mettler Toledo metal detector.
  • Adhered to strict and imperative food H&S (HACCP) guidelines.

Production Team Leader

Alde UK
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
07.2013 - 04.2024
  • Carry out the sub assembly process accurately and timely to meet customer deadlines and to check the sub assembly work of other team members.
  • Responsible for the tube forming process, checking work of other team members and operating the tube forming machine.
  • Operate the cutting machine in accordance to heath and safety guidelines.
  • Ensure all builds are correctly assembled to meet customer specifications.
  • Ensure all builds are built in time to meet customer deadlines.
  • Ensure all drawing specs are correctly marked and checked for accuracy against to customer BoM.
  • Organise workloads for the production team.
  • Check that all aluminium pipes are packaged in such a way to ensure safe transit of the contents and in an acceptable condition upon delivery.
  • To assist in random stock checks and annual stock taking.
  • Work to the ISO9001:2015 and ISO14001:2015 standards, following procedures and workplace instructions.
  • Conform to heath and safety requirements within the warehouse and be responsible to first aid assistance.
  • Ensure the warehouse/production area as well as machinery is kept tidy and clean at all times.
  • liaise and work together with the logistics team leader to achieve company goals.
  • To ensure all heath and safety and machinery check lists are completed and unto date.
  • To pick, release and close production orders using the IT system SAP.
  • To use produmex guns when picking, releasing,closing and stock adjusting items.

General Warehouse Operative

Alde UK
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
01.2010 - 07.2013
  • Independently packaged and labelled items within tight deadlines.
  • Kept in line with safety standards by wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as instructed in company manuals.
  • Kept warehouse area clean and obstacle-free to minimise risk of accident or injury.
  • Collaborated with fellow team members to reach set production targets.
  • Packed finished items, marked boxes/stillages with customer details and transported to despatch..
  • Counted and confirmed products whilst packing, minimising errors.
  • Used hand tools and machinery safely to maintain safe working area.
  • Read and interpreted engineering drawings and work instructions to manufacture final products.
  • Checked item quality throughout production stages to prevent errors.

Shipping Operative

Krohne
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
06.2009 - 11.2009
  • Manoeuvred and packed mass flow metres(upto 1000kg) using an overhead electrical hoist.
  • Ensured the correct certification corresponded to each flow metre.
  • Managed quality control and maintained high customer satisfaction.
  • Booked collections for smaller items using a company TNT account.
  • Loading and unloading of 7.5 tonne lorry using a counter balance truck ensuring health and safety, precision and accuracy was followed.

Picking/packing operative

Boots UK
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
10.2003 - 05.2009
  • Worked with tireless drive and determination to consistently achieve against daily picking and packing targets.
  • Packed customer orders quickly and accurately, consistently achieving against production line KPIs.
  • Labelled high-volumes of packages clearly and precisely, readying for timely, accurate despatch.
  • Maintained spotlessly clean, tidy working environments to enhance operational efficiency and staff wellbeing.
  • Used various machines in the packing process, such as labelling, wrapping and sealing machines.
  • Used forklifts and dollies to transport packages into lorries, ready for loading and dispatch.
  • 1 years experience of being a multi drop delivery driver, transporting pharmaceuticals to multiple Boots pharmacies.

Clicking/Closing room operative

R.Griggs
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
09.1999 - 09.2003
  • Cutting the uppers for shoes/boots while maximising the number of uppers per piece of leather and minimising waste.
  • Select specific cutting dies and materials to specifications using tickets.
  • Apply an adhesive to the outsole so the sole can be attached to the shoe/boot.
  • Remove the plastic last from the shoe/boot ready for finishing.
  • Removing any debris from lasts using a rotating sanding brush, reapplying sticky tacks and placing correct leather upper with last and insole.

Education

GCSEs -

Weavers Academy
Wellingborough, NTH

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Delivery operations
  • Picking, packing and dispatching
  • Attentive
  • Process Improvement driven
  • Team player
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Attention to Detail
  • LEAN improvement implementation
  • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
  • Production planning
  • Kaizen
  • Warehouse operations
  • Loading and unloading
  • Production operation management
  • Counter balance, Reach and PPT operation

Certification

  • CPD certified working safely with compressed air certification.
  • AIFSM AIIRSM certified fire marshal/warden certification.
  • QA level 3 certification in first aid at work
  • ITSSAR Accredited Reach truck certification
  • ITSSAR Accredited PPT certification
  • ITSSAR Accredited Counterbalance certification
  • Certificate of attendance of Supervisory management
  • Certificate of attendance of Developing Assertiveness Skills
  • NCC certificate for test and inspection in the electrical maintenance or touring caravans and motorhomes
  • SAFED certificate for safe and fuel efficient driving
  • Certificate of achievement for environmental awareness
  • NCFE level 2 certificate for lean management techniques
  • Certificate of achievement for manual handling awareness
  • Certificate of achievement for Microsoft outlook 365 L1
  • FAA level 2 certificate in first aid for mental heath
  • Currently attending ILM leadership course(1 day a month) ends June.

Timeline

Food Production Technician

Little Moons
07.2024 - Current

Production Team Leader

Alde UK
07.2013 - 04.2024

General Warehouse Operative

Alde UK
01.2010 - 07.2013

Shipping Operative

Krohne
06.2009 - 11.2009

Picking/packing operative

Boots UK
10.2003 - 05.2009

Clicking/Closing room operative

R.Griggs
09.1999 - 09.2003

GCSEs -

Weavers Academy

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