Luke Stow
Buxton,Derbyshire
Summary
Driven employee well-versed in strong communication, decision making and organisational skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions. I'm a proactive and productive individual seeking opportunities to learn and develop new skills. I have a methodical approach to tasks to maintain product quality assurance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Laboratory Technician
Nestle Waters
Buxton, Derbyshire
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Perform testing procedures according to agreed laboratory protocols
- Maintains clean, organised laboratory workspace to comply with hygiene and safety standards
- Prepares laboratory specimens and samples for efficient, accurate testing processes
- Records all data and results accurately and responsibly
- Scrutinises chemical and biological specimens with precision for accurate results
- Interprets and compiles laboratory results for data-driven decision-making
- Sensory lead: As sensory lead I am responsible for the panel preparation, execution and clean up as well as any sensory panel related and administrative duties
- This includes on-site training sessions of all factory staff to comply with factory conformance standards
Quality Control Operator
Nestle Waters
Buxton, Derbyshire
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Supervised activities of workers and enforced safety regulations
- Reported faults, damages and Control Check Point (CCP) rejections
- Approved or rejected raw materials and products following established quality standards, documenting relevant information
- Supervised product dispatch, verifying finished products met company standards
- Trained production team on quality control measures to improve product excellence
- Identified and reported non-conformities or deviations from quality standards, facilitating necessary corrective actions
- Investigated customer complaints and concerns related to product quality and implemented corrective actions
- Strictly followed company safety regulations, eliminating workplace accidents and incidents
Standard Operator
Nestle Waters
Buxton, Derbyshire
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Cleaned equipment, identifying potential repair and maintenance needs
- Completed work according to schedule, helping struggling team members as required to maintain smooth-running operations
- Communicated safely to coordinate with team members in noisy and fast-paced environment
- Set up machines to perform specific tasks to high quality
- Manually loaded, unloaded and maneuvered bulky goods, safely lifting and transporting heavy loads
Production Worker
Otter Controls
Buxton, Derbyshire
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Kept workspaces clean and organised with regular attention
- Followed assembly instructions to accurately complete jobs
- Maintained fast pace and attention to detail to meet productivity targets
- Cross-trained on different stations to assist with production needs
- Created top-quality products by following strict standards and specifications
- Oversaw inductions, training and probation procedures for new starters
Head of Community Development
Buxton Football Club
Buxton, Derbyshire
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease
- Observed player movement, determining and addressing skill gaps and shortcomings
- Led practice sessions to simulate gameplay and help athletes learn new strategies
Head Sports Coach
Chris Hill Community Sports
Buxton, Derbyshire
09.2013 - 09.2018
- Coached young individuals to refine specific techniques and enhance confidence
- Adapted coaching style depending on needs and abilities of different teams and individuals
- Motivated individuals and groups to achieve positive results against set goals
- Promoted safety and welfare of young children by following safeguarding principles
- Tailored sessions to provide physical challenge to individuals with varying abilities
- Educated participants on acceptable behaviour and standards of play
Education
A-Levels - BTEC Level 2 in Sport Exercise and Science
Buxton and Leek FE College
Buxton, Derbyshire 09.2015 - 06.2017
GCSE’s - Science, Maths, English, BTEC PE
Thomas More Secondary School
Buxton, Derbyshire 09.2011 - 07.2015
Skills
- Quality control checks
- Strong communication
- SOP adherence
- Lab management and organisation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving and innovative
- Team building
Accomplishments
- Emergency First Aid Certificate
- Full and clean driving licence
- Duke of Edinburgh Bronze award
- FA level 7 qualified referee
- FA qualification in coaching Football
Personal Information
Hobbies: Football, Travel, Time with family
Custom
- Chris Hill, Owner / Head Coach at Chris Hill Community Sports, chris@chrishillcoaching.co.uk
- Steve Bradshaw
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
Nestle Waters
05.2023 - 10.2024
Quality Control Operator
Nestle Waters
04.2022 - 05.2023
Standard Operator
Nestle Waters
11.2021 - 04.2022
Production Worker
Otter Controls
02.2021 - 11.2021
Head of Community Development
Buxton Football Club
01.2019 - 09.2021
A-Levels - BTEC Level 2 in Sport Exercise and Science
Buxton and Leek FE College
09.2015 - 06.2017
Head Sports Coach
Chris Hill Community Sports
09.2013 - 09.2018
GCSE’s - Science, Maths, English, BTEC PE
Thomas More Secondary School
09.2011 - 07.2015
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