Leon Jones

An experienced Operational Manager, a confident, result-driven; who works well under pressure and has gained Engineering and Management experience in a fast-moving, high volume manufacturing environment and within discrete manufacturing. I have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and I implement these to great effect when working with and directing staff. I have held several Senior Leadership roles, and these roles have allowed me to build on my leadership skills. I have managed teams including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Purchasing, Logistics and Design including New Product Development. In these roles, my success has come from my ability to encourage collaboration from cross-functional team members while striving to lead change in the organization. I have the proven ability to integrate into to well-established teams of people, lead and engage long-serving employees and challenge and develop the operational systems; identifying improvements and best practice. I am a very hands-on Operations Director who believes that improvements are made on the front line of operations. I can deliver technical guidance and strong decision-making; calling on my past skills and manufacturing experience to manage the businesses core skills, with a keen focus on data. I support the Operations Management Team to improve current processes ensuring that the Manufacturing Plant works with a proactive culture of continuous improvement. Goal-oriented Operations Director with [Number]-year history streamlining procedures to optimize productivity and revenue. Well-organized and proactive with hands-on and resourceful style. Knowledgeable about recruitment, regulatory compliance and inventory management. Results-driven and technically-savvy Operations Director with a progressive career in manufacturing, production and fabrication. Proven track record of turning around under-performing units by delivering continuous process improvements to drive quality and efficiency. Motivating and respectful leader known for building and managing loyal, high-performance teams. Offering excellent communication, interpersonal and decision-making skills. Thriving in high-pressure environments. Achievements include reducing costs, streamlining operations and generating new revenue streams to maximize company profits. Adept at making forward-thinking decisions based on real-time operational data and in-depth market understanding. Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

• Eurobond Doors: Reduced production time of steel door set manufacture from 4 hours to 8mins through the investment in machinery increasing margins and decreasing lead times for a customer focused
• Achieved zero non-conformances for ISO9001 and 14001 through implementation of IAuditor system, the visual inspection system has reduced customer credits by 80% saving the business 2million pounds per year based on 2019.
• Reduced electricity consumption in the business by 30% in Eurobond Doors, through renewable energy, the excess energy is used by sister businesses on the same site.
• AG Barr: Led a continuous improvement team on-site to improve site OEM efficiencies from 64% to 75% through implementation of standard operating procedures for both engineering and production departments, training, mentoring and implementation of Kepner-tregoe problem solving, decision-making methods and root cause analysis.
• Durisol: Achieved margin increases across the four Durisol product groups by 15-20% identifying new suppliers that have removed the necessity to process the raw materials on-site for 3.5 days per week for 1 day’s production.
• Durisol reduced non-conformances on Annual BBA certification to Zero over the last 3 years through the realisation of a revised QM and the introduction of standard operating procedures throughout the business.
• Schaltbau ME: Introduction of a technical database of the product part number cross-references; to aid the sales department (identification of the correct product for the customer - based on electromechanical properties and OEM manufactures specifications/original part numbers).

• Prince 2 awards Project Management Foundation and Practitioner status
• Level 3 Award in Environmental Management CIEH
• IOSH Managing Safely
• HACCP lead auditor training
• Kepner-Tregoe problem analysis model. (KT – method)