Martin Lewis
Corsham,Wilt
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in safety compliance, machinery operation, and quality control. Demonstrated expertise in material loading and unloading, manual handling, and equipment maintenance. Proficient in health and safety compliance, continuous feed machine operation, and stock control. Skilled in facilities housekeeping, safely handling chemicals, and various manufacturing techniques. Adept at machine maintenance, processing knowledge, and resourceful problem-solving. Committed to maintaining high standards of operational efficiency and safety within the manufacturing sector.
Practical worker with background in problem-solving. Uses maintenance skills to improve machine productivity and prolong working life of equipment. Responsible team worker works quickly and safely under minimal supervision.
Proactive and productive individual seeking opportunities to learn and develop new skills. Offers detail-orientated mindset and methodical approach to tasks to maintain product quality assurance.
Experienced in manufacturing with focus on process optimisation and quality control. Capable of improving production efficiency and reducing waste through innovative problem-solving and lean manufacturing techniques. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and productivity.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paper Manufacturer
Portals Paper Mill
Bathford, BANES
04.2004 - Current
- Managed shift schedules, resulting in fewer employee absences and workload imbalances.
- Operated heavy machinery to ensure smooth work flow.
- Monitored inventory levels, minimising stock-outs and overstock situations.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery for prompt identification of faults and necessary repairs.
- Assisted in machine setup, resulting in improved operational efficiency.
- Identified and solved technical issues by utilising problem-solving skills.
- Utilised specialised equipment to measure paper thickness accurately.
- Facilitated smooth operation through regular checking and adjustment of paper machine components.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area for a safe and efficient environment.
Groundworker
M J Church
South west , BANES
03.1999 - 03.2004
- Executed concrete pours, enabling stable structure formation.
- Operated heavy machinery to facilitate groundwork operations efficiently.
- Assisted in the construction of building foundations for structural integrity.
- Carried out drain installation to prevent water accumulation on sites.
- Prepared groundworks, resulting in efficient construction processes.
- Improved site safety by consistently adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Worked collaboratively with other tradespeople on-site, fostering a positive teamwork environment.
- Performed kerbing and flagging tasks resulting in aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces.
- Completed groundwork tasks within stipulated deadlines for optimal workflow progression.
- Conducted manual labour tasks, contributing to team efforts towards project completion.
- Conducted routine checks, ensuring overall site safety and compliance with regulations.
- Contributed to infrastructure projects by constructing roads and footpaths as per design specifications.
- Ensured smooth work progress with regular maintenance of tools and equipment.
- Identified and wore appropriate PPE required for various tasks.
- Carried out activities in line with work schedule.
- Stored tools and equipment in safe and secure area.
- Operated machinery to lay driveways and footpaths to exact customer specifications.
- Performed strenuous physical activities such as heavy lifting in adverse conditions.
Commis chef / Chef
Various Pubs & Restaurants
, BANES
05.1988 - 03.1999
- Managed waste efficiently to minimise restaurant costs.
- Developed new garnishing methods to improve plate aesthetics.
- Prepared ingredients for head chef to ensure efficient service.
- Enforced health and safety guidelines amongst the team, promoting a safe working environment.
- Kept up-to-date with latest culinary trends, incorporating them into dish preparations when appropriate.
- Supported dish development, resulting in varied menu options.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organised work area.
- Complied with food safety regulations.
- Controlled and minimised food waste.
- Maintained high hygiene standards throughout kitchen operations.
- Met high standards of food hygiene and safety.
- Stored foodstuffs and ingredients in established manner.
- Remained calm and effective in fast-paced kitchen environments to promptly deliver high-quality dishes.
- Regularly rotated stock and helped to organise incoming deliveries of fresh produce, promoting best inventory management practices.
- Accurately measured dish ingredients to support precise portioning.
- Supported food service in busy restaurant environment.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks.
- Handled and stored food with proper methods to eliminate illness risks and prevent cross-contamination.
- Cleaned and serviced kitchen appliances, maintaining good working order of grills, stoves and ovens.
- Coordinated recruitment and training of kitchen staff to develop high-performing team.
- Planned menus with diverse and seasonal dishes using sustainable, locally sourced produce.
- Worked with front of house team to coordinate fast, fresh deliveries in line with professional reputation.
- Considered seasonal product pricing and availability when developing new dishes.
Education
GCSEs -
Ralph Allen School
Bath, Bath and North East Somerset 09.1983 - 06.1988
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Machinery operation
- Quality Control
- Material loading and unloading
- Manual handling
- Equipment Maintenance
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Continuous feed machine operation
- Handling machinery
- Stock control
- Facilities housekeeping
- Safely handling chemicals
- Manufacturing techniques
- Manual handling training
- Machine maintenance
- Processing knowledge
- Machine operation
- Resourcefulness
Certification
Refresher training Crane Operations
Banksman Course
Safe operation of 360 Excavator, 5 ton Forward Tipping Dumper Ride on Roller
Manual Handling
All the above have been completed but have since expired.
First Aid
PTS ( Personal Track Safety)
Food and Hygiene
I have a full UK driving Licence.
I
Affiliations
- Carp Fishing
- Gardening
- Birds of Prey
Timeline
Paper Manufacturer
Portals Paper Mill
04.2004 - Current
Groundworker
M J Church
03.1999 - 03.2004
Commis chef / Chef
Various Pubs & Restaurants
05.1988 - 03.1999
GCSEs -
Ralph Allen School
09.1983 - 06.1988
Similar Profiles
Radhika PrasadRadhika Prasad
Procurement Officer at Ittihad Paper Mill & Crown Paper MillProcurement Officer at Ittihad Paper Mill & Crown Paper Mill
YASIR AYMANYASIR AYMAN
Factory Worker at Karnafuli Paper MillFactory Worker at Karnafuli Paper Mill
Tammy GoodwinTammy Goodwin
Quality Technician at International Paper MillQuality Technician at International Paper Mill