Paul Davison
Chesterfield ,Derby
Summary
Meticulous and results-driven professional with broad industry experience and a strong technical background, experienced in managing multiple priorities and delivering results in fast-paced environments. Technically savvy with excellent relationship-building, communication, training and presentation skills, and a proven ability to work effectively across all levels of an organisation.
Entrepreneurial and commercially minded, with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities, improving processes and driving operational performance. A confident and adaptable leader who takes ownership, embraces change and is motivated by delivering continuous improvement, efficiency and business results.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work history
Technical process Manager
Unilin Insulation
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
2017.03 - Current
- Lead and manage a technical team of 6, comprising Process Technicians, Laboratory Technicians and a Materials Planner, setting priorities and developing team capability to support operational and business objectives.
- Provide technical leadership, training and support to 17 production employees across 2 production lines and 3-shift operations, promoting safe, efficient and consistent manufacturing practices.
- Own the technical performance of key manufacturing processes, ensuring production targets, product quality, process capability and operational standards are consistently achieved.
- Oversee raw material scheduling and deliveries through the Materials Planner, proactively managing supply issues and resolving material-related challenges to minimise production disruption.
- Maintain overall responsibility for product conformity and quality control, ensuring processes consistently meet required specifications and quality standards.
- Establish, monitor and review KPIs covering productivity, quality, waste, downtime and process capability, using data-driven analysis to identify improvement opportunities and drive performance.
- Oversee factory process control audits, ensuring robust process controls are maintained and corrective actions are effectively implemented.
- Support and deliver CAPEX and continuous improvement projects focused on process optimisation, waste reduction, cost reduction and increased manufacturing efficiency.
- Consistently identify and implement opportunities to deliver proven cost savings, improving process efficiency while maintaining product quality and customer requirements.
- Work closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering and Supply Chain teams to investigate and resolve complex technical and production issues, driving effective root-cause analysis and sustainable corrective actions.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence and accountability across technical and production teams, balancing safety, quality, cost and delivery requirements.
Laboratory Manager
Xtratherm UK
Holmewood, England
2014.12 - 2017.03
- Managed site raw materials, including inventory tracking and scheduling activities.
- Manage all supplier corrective actions and look for solutions.
- Oversaw quality control checks, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Oversaw daily laboratory operations for three laboratory technicians.
- Implement and maintain internal systems supporting UK, EU, and ISO accreditation.
- Management of all site instrument and machine calibration.
Process Technician
Xtratherm UK
Holmewood, England
2009.08 - 2014.12
- Maintain and develop manufacturing processes for PIR and phenolic insulation materials.
- Report KPI’s back to Management
- Member of a team managing Continuous Improvement processes across the Laboratory and production process.
- Identify new processes and use of chemicals
- Conduct trials for new chemicals and raw materials on production lines.
Record complete evidence of test results for written reports.
Produce written reports covering full evidence from line trials. - Maintain sufficient trained operators for production line operations to standard.
Laboratory Technician
Xtratherm UK
Holmewood, England
2006.08 - 2009.08
- Responsible for the testing of raw materials and finished goods to abide to British Standards Agency.
- Assist Process Manager.
Assembly & Repair Technician
Toyota Manufacturing
Burnaston, England
2002.01 - 2006.07
- Part of a team assembling vehicles on the production line
- Responsible for repairs of vehicles off the assembly line – repairing production faults
- Implementation of maintenance of 5S and Kiazan procedures
- Team Work essential
Machine Operator
Thorntons
Alfreton , England
1998.09 - 2001.12
- Responsible for operation of machine with continuous conveyor
- Fault finding and fixing machinery in a clean Food environment
- Maintenance of machinery to required level of cleanliness for a food manufacturer
- Part of a large team
- Continuous improvement was an essential part of the role
Education
Health & Safety
NEBOSH National general certificate (pending final exam)
ChesterfieldHealth & Safety
IOSH - Institution of occupational Safety and Health
ChesterfieldLevel 3 - Leadership and Management
ILM - Institute of Leadership & Management
NottinghamNVQ Level 2 -
CBC - Apprenticeship in Joinery
Chesterfield1997
GCSE -
Deincourt School
Chesterfield1996
Skills
- Production & Operations Management
- People Management & Team Leadership
- Leadership & Staff Development
- Project Management & Delivery
- Process Improvement & Operational Excellence
- Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
- 5S & Workplace Organisation
- Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
- Performance Management & KPI Improvement
- Production Planning & Prioritisation
- Technical & Process Management
- Quality & Compliance
- Health & Safety
- Cost Reduction & Efficiency Improvement
- Stakeholder & Relationship Management
- Commercial & Entrepreneurial Mindset
Accomplishments
- Improving Layouts & 5S – Workplace Organisation, Layout Optimisation & Maintenance
- Microsoft Excel – Beginner & Advanced (Completed)
- Continuous Improvement – Short Course, Rolls-Royce
- Lean Awareness & Leading Change – Lean Principles & Organisational Change
- Problem Solving – Tools & Techniques
Timeline
Technical process Manager
Unilin Insulation
2017.03 - Current
Laboratory Manager
Xtratherm UK
2014.12 - 2017.03
Process Technician
Xtratherm UK
2009.08 - 2014.12
Laboratory Technician
Xtratherm UK
2006.08 - 2009.08
Assembly & Repair Technician
Toyota Manufacturing
2002.01 - 2006.07
Machine Operator
Thorntons
1998.09 - 2001.12
GCSE -
Deincourt School
Level 3 - Leadership and Management
ILM - Institute of Leadership & Management
Health & Safety
NEBOSH National general certificate (pending final exam)
Health & Safety
IOSH - Institution of occupational Safety and Health
NVQ Level 2 -
CBC - Apprenticeship in Joinery