Open To Work
Marcin Kloda
Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer
Crewe,Cheshire
Summary
With over two decades of experience at Dairygold Food Ingredients, I bring a blend of technical expertise, leadership, and a passion for continuous improvement to my role as a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer. My core competencies include machine troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and PLC programming, combined with a commitment to innovation, efficiency and sustainability. Aligned with the organization's mission of excellence, I am dedicated to ensuring seamless production processes while supporting projects and cross-functional teams to drive company success. Focus on assisting production teams with machine setup and repairs, conducting PPMs, and maintaining site operations to minimize downtime. I contribute to the implementation of 5S and LEAN methodologies, leveraging CMMS software to enhance operational efficiency. My recognition as Colleague of the Year for Continuous Improvement and Innovation underscores my dedication to delivering engineering excellence while fostering a collaborative work culture.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
30
30
Certification
2
2
Languages
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer
Dairygold Food Ingredients (UK)
Crewe
06.2014 - Current
- Assisted production teams by troubleshooting machinery issues and performing necessary repairs to minimize downtime.
- Provided comprehensive engineering support during shifts, ensuring all activities aligned with daily work plans.
- Developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and documented equipment breakdowns to enhance operational efficiency.
- I actively contributed to continuous improvement projects, aiming to drive efficiencies and reduce costs.
- The development of a Total Productive Manufacturing (TPM) program to enhance machinery reliability.
- Recognized for my contributions with multiple awards, including Colleague of the Year and Colleague of the Month honors.
- Developed SOPs and maintained compliant work instructions to enhance operational efficiency.
- Recorded downtime and documented breakdowns for engineering review.
- Worked on continuous improvement projects to drive efficiency and cost reduction.
- Applied lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques during shift activities.
- Developed a TPM programme to improve reliability.
- Coordinated contractors by controlling permits to work and checking insurance and H&S compliance.
- Supported manager with capital investment projects and site improvement work.
Team Leader and Engineering Breakdown Cover
Dairygold Food Ingredients (UK)
Crewe
06.2005 - 07.2014
- I effectively led a team to enhance production efficiency and uphold quality standards.
- I was responsible for managing breakdowns, conducting performance updates, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
- Monitored KPIs related to waste and quality, ensuring compliance with HACCP and food hygiene standards.
- Supported customer audits and collaborated with QA to resolve quality issues, reinforcing compliance with industry standards.
- Conducted training and assessments to ensure all colleagues were equipped with necessary skills and knowledge.
- conduct shift updates on performance and complete a detailed handover
- ensure that the line is fully prepared for the commencement of the shift to avoid downtime
- record downtime and maintenance, and escalate breakdowns to ensure essential repairs are carried out
- ensure all colleagues adopt quality policies and procedures in relation to HACCP and basic food hygiene
- monitor product being produced on the line to ensure it meets specification and is to the highest quality
- ensure good GMP adopted at all times
- ensure a safe system of work is adopted by all, ensuring colleagues wear PPE at all times and reporting accidents, incidents and non-conformances in line with procedure
- support Customer Audits and work with QA to identify and resolve quality issues
- complete induction, SOP and skills assessment, training and refresher training, ensuring induction and training records are in place for all colleagues
- support annual reviews in line with procedure and document training requirements arising so that training needs can be addressed
Education
Level 2 in Adult Literacy And ESOL Skills For Life - English For Speakers of Other Languages.
South Cheshire College
Crewe 09.2006 - 09.2011
NVQ Level 2 in Food Manufacture - Production Control Skills (City & Guilds 500/2048/1)
Reaseheath College
Nantwich2008
Undergraduate in Marketing And Management Specialization. - Marketing And Management Specialization
University of Economics
Szczecin (Poland)2001
BTEC Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma - Electric Technician specializing in Industrial Electrotechnics
Electric And Electronic Schools Complex
Szczecin (Poland) 09.1994 - 06.1999
Skills
- Electrical and mechanical fault finding
- Preventive and reactive maintenance
- Hydraulic, pneumatic and refrigeration systems
- Experience in dry bulk conveying system
- Continuous improvement, problem solving and root cause analysis
- LEAN, 5S and TPM in manufacturing
- Experience in automation and robotic systems (B&R, Beckhoff, Kuka, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Siemens, Schneider)
- AutoCAD for editing and designing plan drawings
- Experience in PowerPoint presentations and using complex Excel spreadsheets
- Machine installation and commissioning
- Computerized Maintenance Management System proficiency
- Technical troubleshooting
- Specialised in design, installation and commision electrical control panel and industrial automation wiring
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Polish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Certification
Electrical:
- Level 3 Certificate in the Building Regulations for Electrical Installations in Dwellings
- Level 3 Award in the Requirements to Electrical Installations BS 7671:2008 (2015)
PLC & Automation:
- certificate of completion for Allen Bradley RSLogix/Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal programming
- certificate of completion for SCADA programming for Industry
- certificate of completion Fanuc Robot Training
Hydraulic System:
- certificate of completion Introduction to Hydraulic Fluids and Hydraulic System Maintenance
Design & Planning:
- certificate of completion AutoCAD Electrical: Implementing PLCs
Computing:
- completed Super User Training for CMMS Software (ShireSystem)
- certificate of completion Microsoft Azure Essentials Professional Certificate by Microsoft and LinkedIn
- certificate of completion Introduction to Career Skills in Software Development
- certificate of completion Advanced Excel for Automation
Technical:
- completed operator training for the operation of mobile vertical (3a) and mobile boom (3b) (IPAF)
- Basic course and passed a practical test for electric truck
Safety:
- Healt and Safety certificates (Asbestos Awareness, Compressed Air Safety, COSHH, Energy Efficiency Awareness, Environmental Awareness, LOLER, Manual Handling, PUWER, Spill Kit Training Chemicals and Oils, Risk assessment, Working at Height, Managing Health and Safety)
- Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work
- Level 2 Award in Food Safety for Food Manufacturing
- Certificate in Health & Safety for Managers
- Practical Fire Extinguisher and Fire Warden training
- Foundation Certificate in Health and Safety in the Workplace
- Foundation Certificate in HACCP
General:
- certificate of completion Generative AI for Business Leaders
- certificate of completion Lean Six Sigma Foundations
- certificate of completion A3 Problem Solving for Continuous Improvement
- certificate of completion Root Cause Analysis
- LEAP – Leadership excellent and performance training, LEAN manufacturing, standardization, 5S
- SOP Train the Trainer
Timeline
Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer
Dairygold Food Ingredients (UK)
06.2014 - Current
Level 2 in Adult Literacy And ESOL Skills For Life - English For Speakers of Other Languages.
South Cheshire College
09.2006 - 09.2011
Team Leader and Engineering Breakdown Cover
Dairygold Food Ingredients (UK)
06.2005 - 07.2014
BTEC Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma - Electric Technician specializing in Industrial Electrotechnics
Electric And Electronic Schools Complex
09.1994 - 06.1999
NVQ Level 2 in Food Manufacture - Production Control Skills (City & Guilds 500/2048/1)
Reaseheath College
Undergraduate in Marketing And Management Specialization. - Marketing And Management Specialization
University of Economics