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Michael Bradley

Falkirk,Stirling

Summary

Accomplished professional with a robust understanding of manufacturing processes and a strong foundation in mechanical and electrical engineering. Demonstrates exceptional fault diagnosis capability and expertise in root cause analysis, contributing to effective mechanical troubleshooting and electrical systems management. Committed to leveraging technical skills to drive innovation and efficiency in engineering projects, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Innovative Engineer with knack for solving complex problems and driving project success. Spearheaded multiple projects that improved operational efficiency and reduced costs. Known for exceptional teamwork and leadership, delivering high-quality results in demanding environments.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience
46
46
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Multi-Skilled Engineer

Genius Foods Ltd
Bathgate, West Lothian
2006.02 - Current

Reduced production downtime by supporting team work during FMCG bakery operations.
Implemented a CMMS system to improve asset tracking and maintenance planning.
Maintained facilities by completing required building maintenance when problems arose.

Engineering Team Leader

Britvic Soft Drinks
Willow Lane , Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
2004.01 - 2006.02

Leading a team of engineers in factory producing carbonated soft drinks and bottled water products.

Electrical Engineer

Benjamin Shaws And Sons Ltd
Willow Lane , Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
2001.01 - 2004.01

Joined company as Electrical Engineer to work as part of a team. promoted to Maintenance Supervisor after a year working at factory

Electrical Engineer

Polypropylene Fibres And Engineering Ltd
The Elizabeth Shed , Halifax, West Yorkshire
1995.08 - 2001.01

Employed to build carpet fibre making machines for export worldwide.

Expected to travel to locations to instal machines.

Complete maintenance and repair to on-site carpet fibre making machinery. Company closed down in 2001 and re located to South Africa.

Electrical Engineer

Highfield Gears Ltd
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
1988.08 - 1995.08

Employed to maintain machinery making gear boxes . Carried out general building maintenance when required . Visited customer sites for repairs or instals of gear boxes. Worked on the multi level stage project at the Lawrence Batley Theatre in Huddersfield.

Electrician

P.J Egerton Electrical Contractors
Cullingworth, Bradford
1988.01 - 1988.07

Work at various commercial and domestic premises .

Head Barman / Cellarman

Shibden Mill Inn
Shibden , Halifax, West Yorkshire
1987.01 - 1988.01
  • Enforced responsible alcohol service policies, prioritised customer safety and wellbeing.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction by providing excellent service.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintained business reputation.
  • Managed bar operations to maintain efficiency.
  • Assisted in event planning for successful functions and parties at the bar.
  • Ordered supplies regularly, prevented stock shortages.
  • Maintained high cleanliness standards, ensured compliance with health regulations.
  • Welcomed guests with friendly conversation and fun atmosphere.
  • Completed end-of-day cleanup to reset bar for next day.
  • Tapped and attached new kegs, avoiding disruptions in supply for patrons.

Maintenance Engineer

Binns And Berry Brothers Ltd
Boothtown , Halifax, West Yorkshire
1986.01 - 1987.10

Refurbish Lathes for customers .

Visit customers premises to diagnose and repair lathes

Apprentice engineer

Carpets International Northern Ltd
Dean Clough Mills , Halifax, West Yorkshire
1979.08 - 1986.01

Joined company straight from school as an apprentice.

Repairing carpet making machinery. Attending college as part of appreticeship.

Education

Fault Finding On Multivac Machinery

Multivac Uk Ltd
Swindon
2014.08 - 2014.08

Siemens S7 PLC Training

Siemens UK
Manchester
2005.08 - 2005.08

Intermediate Certificate In Applied HACCP Principles

Royal Institute Of Public Health
Halifax
2005.07 - 2005.07

City And Guilds Inspection And Testing Of Electrical Equipment

City And Guilds
Huddersfield
2003.05 - 2003.05

Food And Drink Manufacturing Operations

NVQ
Huddersfield
2003.02 - 2003.02

European Computer Driving Licence

ECDL
Huddersfield
2003.01 - 2003.01

Certificate Of Engineering Craftsmanship -

EITB
Halifax
1979.09 - 1985.07

Electrical / Electronic Engineering -

BTEC
Halifax, Calderdale / Bradford / Huddersfield
1979.08 - 1985.06

Basic Engineering Craft Studies -

City And Guilds
Bradford
1979.08 - 1981.06

GCE Mathematics -

Halifax Catholic High School
Halifax, Calderdale
1974.01 - 1979.07

GCE English -

Halifax Catholic High School
Halifax, Calderdale
1974.01 - 1979.07

GCE Physics -

Halifax Catholic High School
Halifax, Calderdale
1974.01 - 1979.07

GCE Computer Science -

Halifax Catholic High School
Halifax, Calderdale
1974.01 - 1979.07

GCE Chemistry -

Halifax Catholic High School
Halifax, Calderdale
1974.01 - 1979.07

CSE History -

Halifax Catholic High School
Halifax, Calderdale
1974.01 - 1979.07

Skills

  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes
  • Fault diagnosis capability
  • Electrical systems understanding
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Electrical engineering

Affiliations

  • Listening to music and attending concerts and musical theatre shows.
  • Recently taken up to building and painting Warhammer figures

Timeline

Fault Finding On Multivac Machinery

Multivac Uk Ltd
2014.08 - 2014.08

Multi-Skilled Engineer

Genius Foods Ltd
2006.02 - Current

Siemens S7 PLC Training

Siemens UK
2005.08 - 2005.08

Intermediate Certificate In Applied HACCP Principles

Royal Institute Of Public Health
2005.07 - 2005.07

Engineering Team Leader

Britvic Soft Drinks
2004.01 - 2006.02

City And Guilds Inspection And Testing Of Electrical Equipment

City And Guilds
2003.05 - 2003.05

Food And Drink Manufacturing Operations

NVQ
2003.02 - 2003.02

European Computer Driving Licence

ECDL
2003.01 - 2003.01

Electrical Engineer

Benjamin Shaws And Sons Ltd
2001.01 - 2004.01

Electrical Engineer

Polypropylene Fibres And Engineering Ltd
1995.08 - 2001.01

Electrical Engineer

Highfield Gears Ltd
1988.08 - 1995.08

Electrician

P.J Egerton Electrical Contractors
1988.01 - 1988.07

Head Barman / Cellarman

Shibden Mill Inn
1987.01 - 1988.01

Maintenance Engineer

Binns And Berry Brothers Ltd
1986.01 - 1987.10

Certificate Of Engineering Craftsmanship -

EITB
1979.09 - 1985.07

Apprentice engineer

Carpets International Northern Ltd
1979.08 - 1986.01

Electrical / Electronic Engineering -

BTEC
1979.08 - 1985.06

Basic Engineering Craft Studies -

City And Guilds
1979.08 - 1981.06

GCE Mathematics -

Halifax Catholic High School
1974.01 - 1979.07

GCE English -

Halifax Catholic High School
1974.01 - 1979.07

GCE Physics -

Halifax Catholic High School
1974.01 - 1979.07

GCE Computer Science -

Halifax Catholic High School
1974.01 - 1979.07

GCE Chemistry -

Halifax Catholic High School
1974.01 - 1979.07

CSE History -

Halifax Catholic High School
1974.01 - 1979.07
Michael Bradley