Nicolai Dodeac
Telford
Summary
Results-driven Production Technician (Level 3) rapidly promoted within Magna as the first employee to reach the highest technical level. Proven leader in high-pressure manufacturing environments, specialising in production optimisation, root cause analysis, SOP development, and team performance improvement. Strong track record of delivering innovative systems adopted site-wide, improving efficiency, compliance, and problem-solving capability. Experienced in leading projects, analysing production data, collaborating with engineering teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Entrepreneurial background managing multiple businesses, bringing strong leadership, accountability, and operational management skills.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Technician – Level 3
Magna
06.2025 - Current
- Progressed from Level 1 to Level 3, becoming the first Level 3 technician in the company.
- Led complex changeovers, successfully completing required certifications and improving processes during execution.
- Delivered 10+ root cause analyses and 5 Whys, introducing structured problem-solving across the team.
- Designed and implemented an automated 5 Whys / RCA system, now adopted across the factory—transforming problem-solving standards.
- Improved and corrected multiple Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) during changeovers.
- Developed tools including a reel leftover calculator and improved automated return processes.
- Currently developing a video-based SOP system, expected to be implemented factory-wide.
- Provided technical support during production challenges and contributed to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Participated in engineering development meetings (Stampac)
Improvement Specialist / Change Agent
Makita Manufacturing Europe Ltd.
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Led 3 production Line improvement projects per year, including line studies, timing analysis, and layout redesign.
- Designed and implemented line balancing and efficiency improvements to optimise KPIs and reduce downtime. Increased production efficiency by 20–32%
- Planned and executed changeovers, improving efficiency and reducing production losses. Reduced operational costs by ~15%
- Led root cause investigations and facilitated meetings with quality and engineering teams to implement solutions.
- Collaborated on new machine concepts and production design improvements with engineering teams.
- Participated in scrap reduction initiatives, identifying waste and implementing corrective actions.
- Delivered multiple Kaizen award-winning improvements, saving thousands of pounds annually.
Assembly Operator / QC2 Operator
Makita Manufacturing Europe Ltd.
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Operated automated and semi-automated machines in a fast-paced environment.
- Conducted quality inspections and supported defect reduction initiatives.
Business Owner (Multiple Ventures)
- Managed 3 businesses simultaneously, leading teams of up to 7 employees - 19 in total.
- Oversaw operations including production, staff management, training, procurement, and customer delivery.
- Managed end-to-end processes: material sourcing, manufacturing, sales, shipping, and marketing.
- Maintained high standards of quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
- Carpentry Workshop
- Beauty Salon
- Beauty School
Education
MSc - Computer Science
WOOLF University
03.2026
Bachelor’s Degree - Dentistry
Bukovynian State Medical University
Skills
- Production Leadership & Team Development
- Root Cause Analysis
- 5 Whys
- Problem Solving
- Production Planning
- Changeovers
- Line Efficiency
- SOP Creation
- Process Standardisation
- Data Analysis
- Performance
- KPIs
- Trends
- Scrap Reduction
- Waste Elimination
- IT systems Collaboration
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Continuous Improvement
- Kaizen
- Lean
- Six sigma
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Engineering
- IT
- Quality
- Reactjs
- Data Analytics
- Machine learning and AI
- Python Fundamentals
Languages
English
Ukrainian
Russian
Timeline
Production Technician – Level 3
Magna
06.2025 - Current
Improvement Specialist / Change Agent
Makita Manufacturing Europe Ltd.
03.2022 - 05.2024
Assembly Operator / QC2 Operator
Makita Manufacturing Europe Ltd.
11.2020 - 03.2022
Business Owner (Multiple Ventures)
MSc - Computer Science
WOOLF University
Bachelor’s Degree - Dentistry
Bukovynian State Medical University