Mark Tidd

Reading manufacturing site closure - Transfer support PK (Malaysia)

Product knowledge transfer of Distribution / Controls products

-Short term assignment (6 Months)

• Oversaw installation of new equipment for reliable and efficient operations.
• Streamlined processes to enhance waste elimination and improve operational efficiency.
• Value Stream Mapping to identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Provided technical support, resolving hardware failures with effective troubleshooting techniques.
• Organised computer equipment needs for employees, improving digitization and progress towards a paperless workshop.
• Created detailed technical reports to monitor performance progress and to improve planning predictability.
• Collaborated with projects and supply chain, ensuring seamless communication between technical and non-technical teams. Highlighting bottlenecks and focus areas for improvement.
• Developed software for enhanced end-user experience (Trello). Focus on LEAN principles including Visual Management and Continuous flow.
• Devised strategic plans to meet company's long-term Capacity needs (Headcount vs. Forecast)
• Monthly Product output (March to August) increased >100%

• Oversaw team of 24 employees in both Planning and Execution areas.
• Enforced comprehensive Health and Safety protocols for both employees and visitors, contributing to 20-year record of no lost time incidents.
• Administered structured performance evaluations for employees, and promoted a welcoming and approachable environment.
• Formulated training plans for employees to enhance competency and facilitate progression.
• Promoted Lean culture within team, with lean annual review leading to sustained year-on-year enhancement, achieving "world-class" recognition. Cultivating an environment of CI at all times.
• Attained investment aimed at optimising infrastructure to decrease product touch time and advance employee safety.
• Conducted weekly Gemba and Safety Walks focusing on safety compliance.
• Implemented fully paperless workshop aimed at minimising carbon footprint.
• Supervised Maintenance department to reduce production effects and facilitate support services.
• Oversaw workshop expenditures to guarantee overhead costs remained within budget.
• Guided site visitors through workshop tours, encompassing management sessions, family fun days, and school visits.
• Secured continually positive KPIs featuring Productivity, Utilisation, Efficiency, Rework, and idle time in conjunction with all planning KPIs.

• Established production schedules for existing backlog and forecast detailing projected start and finish dates using planning management tool Primavera P6.
• Analysed base-case and back-up deliverables requirements to secure capacity fulfillment and recognize possible headcount re-evaluations.
• Executed regular supply chain and project meetings to identify issues within existing and prospective tender scopes.
• Managed loading of all manufactured materials into ERP system (SAP), rectifying material structure, evaluating engineering documents, routings, lead time and need date against forecast.
• Streamlined ERP system to guarantee optimal stock levels, and enabling effective substitutions within production schedules to maximize productivity.
• Fostered teamwork across production, procurement, sales, and management to achieve alignment and mitigate issues.
• Evaluated key performance indicators, producing comprehensive KPI reports and graphs, emphasizing operational success and revealing potential unforeseen challenges.
• Presented monthly updates of local plant KPIs to management and global team, including SOT, OTD, Planned vs Touch time and Lead times.
• Instigated significant cost savings by identifying inefficiencies in operational processes, implementing digital tools where possible.
• Adopting a consistent LEAN mindset to encourage continuous improvement across all departments.

• Created and managed internal execution plan for High Flying Leads product.
• Utilized ERP (SAP) to assess engineering and component readiness.
• Assessed equipment and labor resources to optimize workflow efficiency.
• Ensured prompt product delivery by collaborating with sales, purchasing, and production teams.
• Detected and eliminated potential bottlenecks to ensure uninterrupted production timeline
• Mitigated equipment failures, shortages, or delays to maximize production output.
• Optimized production scheduling through implementation of LEAN planning strategies.
• Assisted in financial analysis to maintain budgets and identified savings opportunities.
• Constructed visual testing plans and analysed weekly KPI reports.

• Acting liaison between Sub-contract suppliers (Welding and NDT operations), verifying product is executed and delivered on time to production schedule needs.
• Monitored vendor equipment failures and rework requirements ensuring plans are adjusted.
• Facilitated weekly supplier visits to verify product readiness and address capacity challenges.
• Determined priorities with vendor to maximize productivity and output.
• Maintained daily interaction with stakeholders to verify execution plan compliance.
• Generated weekly reports to review vendor delivery performance.

• Warehousing for distribution of BMW/Mini car parts across UK and Channel Islands.
• Engaged in continuous learning to enhance skills and performance throughout tenure at BMW.
• Adapted to diverse responsibilities, embracing challenges to foster personal growth and development.

Work domains; Induct, Dispatch, Small Cranes Picking, Bulk Cranes Picking, Mezzanine Floor Picking, Bodywork Picking & Packing, Control, Goods In, Unloading Trucks, Induct