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Marcin Smajek

Marcin Smajek

Bramley,Hampshire

Summary

High motivated, fast-learner Continuous Improvement Specialist, IT Engineer and Electronics Technician with huge experience. Massive knowledge about IT equipment (hubs, switches, routers) and IT solutions. Knowledge about Lean Manufacturing, Legrand Way. Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees.

I am a committed person with exceptional leadership, organizational and communication skills who knows how to lead high-performance, interdisciplinary teams, leads projects, company operations and business growth, dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Continuous Improvement Specialist

Starline Holdings Technology
Reading, Berkshire
12.2022 - Current
  • Promoted continuous improvement by problem-solving and sharing suggestions to optimise team operations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by addressing product shortfalls through detailed root-cause analysis.
  • Analysed quality metrics and performed managerial reviews, recommending action plans to close operational gaps.
  • Presented monthly key metrics to management through detailed, informative technical reports.
  • Drove continual improvement of quality standards, systems and procedures to meet key business objectives.
  • Mentor assemblers and provide constructive feedback on work product
  • Identifies overall individual technical performance, make recommendations for improvement and provide on-going feedback
  • Implement and install 5S/OPEX initiatives
  • Support implementation, training, and ongoing audit of Legrand Way tools (DPM, QRI, Field tours, Kaizen, 5S, etc…)
  • Organize and collect data for process improvement
  • Ensures that employees are utilizing materials properly and effectively
  • Effectively communicates information regarding product, quality and safety topics
  • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with various departments including, but not limited to; Team Supervisor, peers, Assemblers, Manufacturing Engineers, Engineering and Quality.
  • Assist in value engineering of new and existing product
  • Provide clear and concise feedback to Engineers both orally and written
  • Improve design for manufacturability by working closely with Engineers
  • Assist with In-process documentation of prototype assembly steps including pictures and written instructions
  • Lead root cause analysis events with production
  • Identify opportunities to reduce lead time through cycle time studies and process improvements
  • Maintain proficient knowledge of production processes throughout factory floor
  • IT Support

Manufacturing Support Technician

Starline Holdings Technology
Reading, Berkshire
09.2020 - 12.2022
  • Updated configuration management records to reflect current software and systems.
  • Advised service users on technology operation and maintenance to maximise benefits.
  • Documented installations, removals and testing procedures to monitor activity and performance.
  • Installed and removed software and hardware according to agreed timelines.
  • Prepared production documents such as standard operating procedures, manufacturing batch records, inventory reports, or productivity reports.
  • Assisted engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes or procedures.
  • Supported stable production lines by preparing orders with precision and high accuracy.

Assembler

Starline Holding Technology LTD
Reading, Berkshire
03.2020 - 09.2020

1. Prewire

  • Paddle assembly
  • Drop cord assembly
  • Receptacles assembly

2. Plugs Line

  • Assembly and wiring in production line

3. Facebook Line

  • Assembly and wiring in production line

4. End Fed assembly

  • Assembly and wiring in production line

5. Packaging

  • Using Infor Cloud Suite Industrial (UEC Package Management)
  • Open/close package
  • Packing by sale order
  • Building pallets by given packing or shipping instructions.
  • Understanding Packing by serial numbers
  • Fill up paperwork ( stamp sheets )
  • Following packing instructions given by other team members (pallets, wrapping labeling, etc. )

6. Testing

  • Testing electrical resistance between ground points using High Ampere Tester (HIAMP)
  • Testing quality of electrical insulation using High Potential Tester (HIPOT)
  • Testing of wiring using Automated Plug Tester (APT)
  • Filling out documentation and Stamp Sheet's
  • Work in Dispatch program
  • Design, correction, and printing of product labels
  • Searching for production errors (assembly errors, scratches, etc.)
  • Reporting errors and issues to supervisors and cooperation with employees on production line to eliminate these problems
  • Reporting testing issues to US Support using Support Helpdesk Ticket
  • Solving various types of problems related to working in Testing Area

Production Operator

Orion Electrotech ( for Universal Global Corporation )
Reading, Berkshire
11.2019 - 03.2020

1. Prewire

  • Paddle assembly
  • Drop cord assembly
  • Receptacles assembly

2. Plugs Line

  • Assembly and wiring in the production line

3. Facebook Line

  • Assembly and wiring in the production line

4. End Fed assembly

  • Assembly and wiring in the production line

5. Packaging

  • Using Infor CloudSuite Industrial (UEC Package Management)
  • Open/close package
  • Packing by sale order
  • Building pallets by given packing or shipping instructions.
  • Understanding Packing by serial numbers
  • Fill up the paperwork ( stamp sheets )
  • Following packing instructions given by other team members (pallets, wrapping labeling, etc. )

Electronic Fitter, Technician, IT Engineer

Self-employed
Reading, Berkshire
07.2008 - 11.2019
  • Computer, laptop and electronic devices repairs.
  • Diagnostics, localization, and replacement of damaged electronic components.
  • Fault localization using analysers, ammeters, and voltmeters.
  • Replacement of damaged electronic components.
  • Soldering of damaged electric wires and electronic subassembly
  • Communication with new and existing customers to discuss needs and explain how specific products and services could resolve problems and achieve goals.

IT ENGINEER, NETWORK ADMIN

SYNTHOS
Oswiecim, Poland
08.1998 - 05.2005
  • Maintenance and administration huge fibre optic network.
  • Maintenance and administration 3Com and Cisco routers, switches and hubs.
  • Designing Local Area Networks/Wide Area Networks
  • Designing fire warning and telecommunications networks.
  • Preparation of documentation using Microsoft Visio
  • Preparation of documentation using Microsoft Office
  • Ensured network, system and data availability and integrity through preventative maintenance and upgrades.
  • Monitored network performance and provided network performance statistical reports.
  • Diagnosed and trouble-shoot Windows processing problems and applied solutions to increase company efficiency.

IT, TELECOM TECHNICIAN

SYNTHOS
Oswiecim, Poland
09.1995 - 07.1998
  • Maintenance and expansion WiFi networks
  • Maintenance and expansion computer networks Cat 5e.
  • Maintenance and expansion telephone networks Cat 3.
  • Recommended network security standards to management.
  • Diagnostics, localization and replacement of damaged computer components.
  • Installation and configuration of operating systems, controllers, anti-virus and firewall.

ELECTRICIAN, ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN

SYNTHOS
Oswiecim, Poland
09.1992 - 09.1995
  • Assembly, operation, service, and soldering of electrical and electronic devices.
  • Measured devices, including analysers, amp meters, and volt-ohm meters
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
  • Worked extended hours on weekday and weekend projects.
  • Read and interpret electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science Technology

College Of Lieutenant Jasienski, Oswiecim POLAND
10.1996 - 06.1999

Skills

  • Windows XP proficiency
  • Windows 7, 10,11 proficiency
  • MS Office proficiency
  • Excel, PowerPoint
  • Data management
  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certificate
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate
  • Lean FMEA Certificate
  • Lean Little's Law Certificate
  • Lean Process Mapping Certificate
  • Lean Kaizen Introduction Certificate
  • Lean Kaizen Practitioner Certyficate
  • Lean Practitioner Certificate
  • Lean 8 Wastes Certificate
  • Lean Visual Management Certificate
  • Negotiation Skills Certificate
  • Presentation Skills Certificate
  • DesignSparkObservant
  • Production background
  • Complete failure investigations
  • Corrective action implementation
  • Category Management
  • Improvement roadmapping
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Project development
  • Opto-electronics maintenance
  • Computer hardware engineering
  • Prototyping
  • Instrumentation and control engineering (ICE)
  • Eflex/Epicor

Additional Information

Driving Licence cat B

Languages

English
Fluent
Polish
Native
Russian
Advanced
Slovak
Advanced

Timeline

Continuous Improvement Specialist - Starline Holdings Technology
12.2022 - Current
Manufacturing Support Technician - Starline Holdings Technology
09.2020 - 12.2022
Assembler - Starline Holding Technology LTD
03.2020 - 09.2020
Production Operator - Orion Electrotech ( for Universal Global Corporation )
11.2019 - 03.2020
Electronic Fitter, Technician, IT Engineer - Self-employed
07.2008 - 11.2019
IT ENGINEER, NETWORK ADMIN - SYNTHOS
08.1998 - 05.2005
College Of Lieutenant Jasienski - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science Technology
10.1996 - 06.1999
IT, TELECOM TECHNICIAN - SYNTHOS
09.1995 - 07.1998
ELECTRICIAN, ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN - SYNTHOS
09.1992 - 09.1995
Marcin Smajek