NORBERT BRONHARD
Basingstoke,United Kingdom
Summary
Experienced Production Manager with over 11 years of success in manufacturing, production management, CNC machining, laser cutting, quality assurance, and operational leadership within the sign manufacturing and fabrication industry. Proven ability to lead production teams of 20+ employees, improve operational efficiency, optimise manufacturing processes, and consistently deliver high-quality products on time and within budget. Experienced in CNC routing, laser cutting and engraving, production planning, continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing principles, Health & Safety compliance, and staff development. Advanced user of AXYZ CNC Routers, Trotec CO2 laser systems, Bodor 6kW Fibre Laser, ArtCAM and VCarve Pro software, with a hands-on leadership style focused on improving productivity, reducing waste, and delivering measurable business results.
Overview
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Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Production Manager
Ashby Signs Ltd
2023.01 - 2026.07
- Lead all day-to-day production activities within a busy manufacturing environment, ensuring operational efficiency, product quality and on-time delivery.
- Key Responsibilities
- - Manage daily production operations across multiple manufacturing departments.
- - Lead, motivate and develop a production team of over 20 employees.
- - Coordinate production schedules to meet customer deadlines.
- - Monitor production performance and implement process improvements.
- - Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.
- - Work closely with Sales and Design teams to maximise production efficiency.
- - Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching and training.
- - Maintain high quality standards throughout the manufacturing process.
- Key Achievements
- - Successfully led a continuous improvement project that redesigned the company packaging process.
- - Reduced packaging labour time and overall packaging costs by approximately 30% through improved workflow and process optimisation.
CNC Router Operator
Ashby Signs Ltd
2014.08 - 2026.07
- Operate and programme CNC machinery and laser equipment for the manufacture of bespoke signage and fabricated products.
- Responsibilities
- - Programme and operate AXYZ CNC Routers using ArtCAM and VCarve Pro software.
- - Operate Trotec CO2 laser systems for precision cutting and engraving.
- - Operate Bodor 6kW Fibre Laser for sheet metal cutting.
- - Interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- - Set up machinery for efficient production.
- - Perform preventative maintenance and machine troubleshooting.
- - Carry out dimensional inspections using precision measuring equipment.
- - Maintain production documentation and quality records.
- - Train new employees on CNC equipment, measuring equipment and safe working practices.
- - Manufacture products using aluminium, steel, timber, acrylic and composite materials.
- - Maintain compliance with Health & Safety and quality procedures.
- Key Achievements
- - Trained multiple CNC operators and production staff.
- - Improved machine efficiency through effective setup and preventative maintenance.
- - Maintained consistently high production quality standards while minimising waste.
Production Supervisor
Ashby Signs Ltd
2015.08 - 2017.11
- - Supervised daily manufacturing operations.
- - Planned workloads to achieve production schedules.
- - Reported production KPIs, downtime and quality performance.
- - Reduced material waste through improved planning.
- - Conducted quality inspections and audits.
- - Managed production issues and implemented corrective actions.
- - Ensured compliance with production procedures and Health & Safety standards.
Agency Worker
Merit Group
2014.02 - 2014.08
- - Supported production operations in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
- - Delivered excellent customer service and maintained high working standards.
Education
A-Level Equivalent - Mathematics & Computer Science
Zespół Szkół Licealnych im. J. Piłsudskiego
PolandSkills
- - CNC Programming
- - CNC Router Operation
- - Laser Cutting & Engraving
- - Preventive Maintenance
- - Technical Drawing Interpretation
- - Manufacturing Operations
- - Production Management
- - Production Planning & Scheduling
- - Production Reporting
- - Process Optimisation
- - Continuous Improvement
- - Lean Manufacturing
- - Cost Reduction
- - Quality Assurance
- - Quality Control
- - Health & Safety Compliance
- - KPI Monitoring & Reporting
- - Performance Management
- - Staff Training & Development
- - Team Leadership
- - Cross-Functional Communication
- - Project Management
- - Problem Solving
- - Root Cause Analysis
- - Manufacturing Skills
- - CNC Machine Setup
- - Metal Fabrication
- - AXYZ CNC Routers
- - Trotec CO2 Laser Systems
- - Bodor 6kW Fibre Laser
- - Guillotine
- - Metal Folder
- - ArtCAM
- - VCarve Pro
- - Production Planning
- - Metal Fabrication
- - Production Reporting
- - Process Improvement
Certification
- - Level 3 First Aid at Work
- - First Aid Certification
Accomplishments
- - 11+ years of manufacturing and production experience.
- - Promoted from CNC Operator to Production Supervisor and subsequently Production Manager.
- - Successfully manage a production team of 20+ employees.
- - Led a process improvement project that reduced packaging labour time and costs by approximately 30%.
- - Experienced in CNC routing, CO2 laser technology and fibre laser cutting.
- - Developed and trained production staff across multiple manufacturing processes.
- - Strong track record of delivering high-quality products while meeting demanding production deadlines.
- - Eligible to work in the United Kingdom.
Timeline
Production Manager
Ashby Signs Ltd
2023.01 - 2026.07
Production Supervisor
Ashby Signs Ltd
2015.08 - 2017.11
CNC Router Operator
Ashby Signs Ltd
2014.08 - 2026.07
Agency Worker
Merit Group
2014.02 - 2014.08
A-Level Equivalent - Mathematics & Computer Science
Zespół Szkół Licealnych im. J. Piłsudskiego