Lucy Brown
Stowmarket,Suffolk
Summary
Driven Production Manager with knack for leadership and resource optimisation. Combines strong project management skills with effective team collaboration and leadership. Poised to streamline production processes and boost operational efficiency. Proficient in H&S practises, confident in writing and maintaining relevant Risk Assessments and SOPs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Intake Production Manager
Muntons Plc
Stowmarket, Suffolk
2022.09 - 2025.12
- Line management for Intake production team
- Implemented safety protocols developed risk assessments and method statements.
- Met market demands by scaling up production capacity.
- Developed strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Managed project timelines for successful product delivery.
Technical Project & Regulatory Specialist
BASF Plc
Woolpit, Suffolk
2022.01 - 2022.07
- Prepared timely and accurate submissions to regulatory authorities for swift approvals.
- Streamlined data collection procedures, improving accuracy and efficiency of documentation process.
- Boosted efficiency in document management, streamlining internal processes.
- Participated in quality assurance checks; maintained high standards throughout the organisation .
Development Agronomist
BASF Plc
Woolpit , Suffolk
2017.09 - 2021.12
- Fostered strong relationships with local growers, promoting knowledge sharing and collaboration.
- Liaised with agribusiness professionals to understand market demands better.
- Writing and following specific protocols to meet the needs of the business.
- Seed team lead with responsibility for seed store and documentation/ audits.
R&D Trials Agronomist
SGS UK Ltd
Banbury, Oxfordshire
2015.07 - 2017.08
- Establishing and conducting GEP field trials to meet clients expectations.
- Following protocols and working within EPPO guidelines
- Responsible for the set up of trial sites and liaising with growers, agronomists and clients.
- Sole management of Variety & Demo trials
- Line management of casual workers.
Wheat Breeding Technician
Limagrain UK Ltd
Woolpit , Suffolk
2013.09 - 2015.06
- Field and laboratory evaluation of wheat breeding material. Working independently and as part of a team on projects which contribute to the established breeding program.
- Line manager for student harvest team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Equine Science
Coventry University (via Warwickshire College)
Warwick 2010.09 - 2013.06
A-Levels - Chemistry, Biology, Geography
Thurston Community College
Suffolk 2007.09 - 2009.07
GCSEs - English, Maths, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Geography, Textiles, French
Thurston Community College
Suffolk 2005.09 - 2007.07
Skills
- Adaptability to changes
- Customer-Focused approach
- Result-Oriented execution
- Inventory control knowledge
- ISO standards compliance
- Decision-Making aptitude
- Health and Safety regulations
- Operational oversight
- Team Leadership
Certification
- IOSH Managing Safely certificate.
- Working towards ILM level 5 Operational Management
- Pesticide application licences: PA1, PA6, PA9 & PA11.
- Competent with different software including Microsoft, Adobe and SAP.
- Confined Space Permit writing.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Intake Production Manager
Muntons Plc
2022.09 - 2025.12
Technical Project & Regulatory Specialist
BASF Plc
2022.01 - 2022.07
Development Agronomist
BASF Plc
2017.09 - 2021.12
R&D Trials Agronomist
SGS UK Ltd
2015.07 - 2017.08
Wheat Breeding Technician
Limagrain UK Ltd
2013.09 - 2015.06
Bachelor of Science - Equine Science
Coventry University (via Warwickshire College)
2010.09 - 2013.06
A-Levels - Chemistry, Biology, Geography
Thurston Community College
2007.09 - 2009.07
GCSEs - English, Maths, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Geography, Textiles, French
Thurston Community College
2005.09 - 2007.07