Magdalena Porath
Colchester
Summary
Results-driven Team Leader with over [X] years of experience guiding high-performing teams to exceed goals in fast-paced, dynamic environments. Proven ability to lead by example, foster collaboration, and implement process improvements that drive efficiency and productivity. Adept at balancing strategic planning with hands-on team support, consistently delivering on KPIs and enhancing team morale. Known for strong communication, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Process Technician
Albea Group
Colchester
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Health & Safety - Work in a responsible manner to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all individuals as well as yourself. Look for potential hazards and raise alerts.
- Quality Standards - Understanding of in process and product quality standards and documentation and Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP).
- Machine Operating - Competent in the skills required to operate machinery in the manufacturing areas. Ability to achieve targeted machine or process outputs. Good understanding of fault finding and correction to maximize production efficiencies minimize downtime and waste, whilst maintaining quality standards.
- Machine Setting - Calibration and Maintenance - Cleaning, setting, calibration and maintenance of machinery and tooling and test equipment in accordance with company procedures.
- Documentation - Good Knowledge of production documentation and instructions, and in process inspection documentation.
- Training - Responsibility for shop floor training of Operators, using specified training modules and techniques.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various tools and equipment, contributing to high-quality results.
Cell Leader
Hayman Limited
Witham
07.2017 - 05.2023
- Production Cell Leader reporting to Department Manager, co-ordinating team to achieve, maintain production targets and shop floor in a safe mater.
- Responsible for all activities and output for my area, ensuring compliance with quality standards and that all operations are maintained and performed safely within a continuous improvement culture, ensuring manpower is used effectively and that there is total flexibility through cross-training.
- Maintain all area 6S requirements.
- Liaise closely with other internal departments to plan work efficiently.
- Document machinery and equipment failures and agree the necessary actions to restore production quickly.
- Ensure the smooth introduction of new products.
- Conducted regular staff meetings for improved team dynamics.
- Oversaw quality control measures to uphold company standards consistently.
- Promoted lean manufacturing practices reducing waste generation.
- Ensured safety protocols to maintain a hazard-free work environment.
Assistant Production Manager
Bulk Powders
Colchester
03.2017 - 07.2017
- Led team in food supplements factory, ensuring optimal efficiency in day-to-day operations.
- Conducted hands-on management of production activities from the factory floor.
- Streamlined production processes to maximise productivity and reduce downtime.
- Coordinated team members for improved productivity and work flow.
- Ensured safety protocols, minimised workplace incidents.
- Maintained machinery maintenance schedules, ensured continuous operation without downtime.
Shift Supervisor
Terram
Maldon
05.2010 - 12.2016
- Supervising a team in a geotextiles manufacturing. Achieving goals in a safe matter to quality standards.
- Solving daily issues with all team members, making sure that all lines are running to specific tasks, in a safe matter while achieving all quality standards.
- Collaborated with management on staff recruitment, enhancing team performance.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, leading to enhanced customer relations.
- Facilitated smooth handovers between shifts for seamless business operations.
- Upheld company policies consistently, reinforcing a culture of compliance within the team.
- Ensured adherence to health and safety regulations; maintained safe workplace conditions.
Shift Technician
Desh-Plantpak
Mundon
07.2008 - 05.2010
- Leading a team in mould injection company. Adjusting line settings to quality standards. Also changing a mould tools and setting new jobs on the mould injection lines.
- Collaborated with team members for smooth operation of production line.
- Maintained machinery to enhance productivity.
- Improved plant operations through rigorous quality assurance checks.
- Identified and rectified technical faults for improved system performance.
Bindery Operator
Wydenham Heron
02.2007 - 07.2008
- Working as a bindery line operator in printing company, part of a job were online quality checks.
- Handled print finishing tasks; enhanced overall productivity of the team.
- Organised workflow for increased efficiency in production tasks.
- Ensured safe work environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
Education
Rehab and social worker -
J.Kochanowski University
Kielce 01.2001 - 01.2006
A- level - Polish, History and English
High school
Skills
- Time management proficiency
- First aid certification
- Plant operations knowledge
- Productivity improvement
- Safety awareness
- Assembly line automation
- Proactive initiative
- Hazardous materials handling
- Maintenance scheduling
Certification
- December 2024, First Aid at Work - Refreshment
- May 2015, Level 3 First Aid Course
- 2013, Q50 Lean Manufacturing Course
- 2013, 6S Course
- 2012, Counter Balance Forklift Truck Licence
Timeline
Process Technician
Albea Group
05.2023 - 08.2025
Cell Leader
Hayman Limited
07.2017 - 05.2023
Assistant Production Manager
Bulk Powders
03.2017 - 07.2017
Shift Supervisor
Terram
05.2010 - 12.2016
Shift Technician
Desh-Plantpak
07.2008 - 05.2010
Bindery Operator
Wydenham Heron
02.2007 - 07.2008
Rehab and social worker -
J.Kochanowski University
01.2001 - 01.2006
A- level - Polish, History and English
High school
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