Kieran Foyston
Hull,East Yorkshire
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in machinery operation and equipment maintenance, currently contributing to Hallmark as a HallMark doors&Panels ltd operator. Demonstrates expertise in paint formulation and safety compliance, ensuring high-quality finishes and safe working environments. Proven track record of achieving service time and quality targets, while effectively managing complaints and mentoring team members to maximise performance. Career goals include further enhancing operational efficiency and quality standards within the manufacturing industry.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
HallMark doors&Panels ltd
Hallmark
Hull
02.2025 - Current
- Prepared doors for finishing by taping to sheets of cardboard and operating sanding machine.
- Prepared frames for spraying by executing precise masking and taping.
Matched paperwork accurately to each frame for effective tracking.
Ensured that frames were ready for the spraying process. - Assisted in preparation of paint for sprayers by mixing paint, hardener, and thinners according to specified measurements.
Supported creation of paint bases using established formulas.
Collaborated with team to ensure quality and consistency in paint production. - Executed thorough spraying techniques for doors and cassettes to ensure a flawless finish.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
- Achieved service time and quality targets.
- Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated consistent hard work and dedication to achieve results and improve operations.
- Trained and mentored employees to maximise team performance.
Machine Operator
CleanPak
hull
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Operated shredding machine to efficiently process bottles of hand sanitiser, tobacco, and household cleaning products.
- Executed hand sanitiser dispensing and filled IBC tanks with bottles to ensure efficient supply chain operations.
- Assisted with maintenance of machinery and water pumps.
Supported team in changing parts of machinery.
Aided in fixing machinery to ensure operational efficiency. - Maintained clean and organised work areas.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations, promoting a safe working environment.
- Followed strict clean-up protocols after each production run, maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
- Monitored machine performance, identifying and rectifying minor malfunctions to prevent downtime and maintain productivity.
saw mill operator
atlas leisure homes
hull
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Started off labouring for machine operators putting items into correct piles and orders .
- Went onto operating a pocket drilling machine witch included reading paperwork and viewing photos .
- also operated a hinge machine witch included measuring doors and panels to cut the hinge holes to the right measurement , also had to move the drill bit heads along a roller to the right lenghts .
- Anticipated hazards in workplaces and implemented measures to minimise incidents.
Education
GCSEs - 14-16
Hull collage
Hull2018
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Paint formulation
- Machinery operation
- Safety compliance
Timeline
HallMark doors&Panels ltd
Hallmark
02.2025 - Current
Machine Operator
CleanPak
05.2023 - 01.2025
saw mill operator
atlas leisure homes
01.2021 - 05.2023
GCSEs - 14-16
Hull collage