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Robert Scott
Bristol,South Gloucestershire
Summary
Operation and Production Manager with extensive experience in the manufacturing sector. Proven expertise in managing Service Level Agreements (SLA), strategic planning, and effective communication. Strong decision-making skills demonstrated through successful project execution and operational improvements.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Manager
Paragon CC (formally DST Output)
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
2020.03 - Current
- Managed engineering teams by delegating tasks and monitoring work completion.
- Directed team of 14 production engineers, prioritizing mentorship and skill development.
- Established performance targets and monitored metrics for ongoing improvements.
- Supported initiatives that boosted overall team productivity.
- Developed innovative processes and products that streamlined operational efficiency.
- Identified and resolved production bottlenecks effectively.
- Executed cost-reduction strategies that enhanced resource efficiency.
- Oversaw engineering budgets, tracking expenditures and justifying costs to senior management for informed decision-making.
- Controlled expenditure on supplies, equipment and services to meet budget targets.
- Implemented robust health and safety processes for minimised workplace risk.
- Ensured compliance with HSE procedures and requirements consistently.
- Planned staff activities to meet operational demands.
Operations Manager
Paragon CC (formally DST Output)
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
2017.05 - 2020.03
- Led operations team in daily tasks, optimising workflow and increasing efficiency by 20%.
- Directed daily operation of the production area and flexed with changing demands to consistently meet objectives.
- Conducted risk assessments, mitigating potential issues before they impacted business operations.
- Facilitated continuous improvement initiatives, encouraging innovation and excellence in operations.
- Coordinated strategic plans for administrative services to optimise resource utilisation and improve service delivery.
- Reviewed and revised operational policies to align procedures with best practices and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Investigated issues impacting organisational operations and service delivery to understand root causes, prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions.
- Monitored staff performance and implemented development plans to enhance skills and productivity.
- Recruited and hired staff for organisational vacancies and enforced consistent policies across workforce.
Planning and Production Manager
DST Output (Now Paragon CC)
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
2012.07 - 2017.05
- Managed daily operations in production facility, optimising workflow and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Developed and maintained production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of products to clients.
- Implemented quality control procedures, significantly reducing waste and improving product standards.
- Resolved production issues swiftly, minimising impact on delivery timelines and customer satisfaction.
- Managed budget for production department, effectively controlling expenses to improve financial performance.
- Tracked outgoing orders, identified late deliveries, and implemented corrective actions to improve delivery timelines.
- Controlled operational output by implementing quality procedures throughout production.
- Supervised a team of 50+ staff, providing training and development to foster a skilled workforce.
- Managed staff hiring, training and performance goals.
- Trained staff in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)s to drive consistently high standards.
- Facilitated communication between upper management and production floor, aligning production activities with company objectives.
- Led meetings and briefings to inform managers on production updates.
- Enforced standards of work and reporting deadlines.
Shift Manager
DST Output (Now Paragon CC)
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
2005.06 - 2012.07
- Supervised team of 20 staff, delegating tasks and managing schedules to optimise shift efficiency.
- Achieved productivity targets by motivating and incentivising manufacturing teams.
- Planned and communicated daily manufacturing tasks and targets.
- Provided clear staff instruction to ensure consistent production output.
- Monitored worker behaviours and enforced standards for consistent safety protections.
- Maintained workplace safety by observing occupational and environmental health requirements.
- Maintained strict adherence to health and safety regulations, conducting regular audits to ensure compliance.
- Reviewed and updated health and safety protocols, ensuring staff were fully trained on new guidelines.
- Coordinated training and mentoring for team members, maintaining skilled and well-performing group.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and setting clear objectives for team members.
- Facilitated team meetings to align on targets, recognise achievements, and identify areas for improvement.
- Resolved team conflicts to enhance group harmony and sustain productivity.
- Developed rota that maximised staff availability and skillsets, reducing reliance on overtime.
- Fostered a culture of mutual respect and collaboration, significantly improving staff morale and retention rates.
- Delegated production tasks to appropriate operator and assembly teams.
- Acted as a liaison between staff and upper management, effectively communicating feedback and suggestions for improvements.
Production Manager
Adare Lexicon (Formally RR Donnelley's)
Bradford, West Yorkshire
2003.05 - 2005.05
- Managed daily operations in production facility, optimising workflow to enhance overall efficiency.
- Developed and maintained production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products to clients.
- Resolved production issues swiftly, minimising impact on delivery timelines and customer satisfaction.
- Managed budget for production department, effectively controlling expenses to improve financial performance.
- Supervised a team of 30+ staff, providing training and development to foster a skilled workforce.
- Managed staff hiring, training and performance goals.
- Facilitated communication between upper management and production floor, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
- Led meetings and briefings to inform managers on production updates.
- Tracked outgoing orders to identify late deliveries and plan corrective actions.
- Enforced standards of work and reporting deadlines.
Shift Supervisor
Adare Lexicon (Formally RR Donnelley's)
Bradford, West Yorkshire
2001.04 - 2003.05
- Supervised team of 15 staff, delegating tasks and managing schedules to optimise shift efficiency.
- Supervised daily shift operations, identifying and resolving issues to maintain seamless service delivery.
- Delegated production tasks to appropriate operator and assembly teams.
- Partnered with management to prepare for upcoming production activities with adequate staffing and resources.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss targets, celebrate achievements, and address areas for improvement.
- Monitored worker behaviours and enforced standards for consistent safety protections.
- Maintained workplace safety by observing occupational and environmental health requirements.
- Led training sessions for new hires, focusing on customer service excellence and operational procedures.
- Inspected production phases for quality control, ensuring standards were met consistently.
- Gave clear staff instruction to achieve production output.
- Reviewed and updated health and safety protocols, training staff on new guidelines to ensure compliance and safety.
- Streamlined shift handover procedures, ensuring smooth transitions and continuous operation.
- Conducted annual performance appraisals, providing targeted feedback to support team development.
- Planned and communicated daily manufacturing tasks and targets.
- Maintained strict adherence to health and safety regulations, conducting regular audits to ensure compliance.
- Coordinated training and mentoring for team members, maintaining skilled and well-performing group.
- Led by example, promoting a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team.
- Organised and scheduled employee shifts and breaktimes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and setting clear objectives for team members.
Warehouse Supervisor
RR Donnelley's (Now Adare)
Bradford, West Yorkshire
1991.03 - 2001.04
- Managed team of warehouse operatives, overseeing daily tasks to enhance workflow and meet operational targets.
- Supervised loading and unloading of goods, ensuring compliance with safety standards to prevent accidents.
- Implemented inventory control systems to reduce stock discrepancies and improve order accuracy.
- Conducted regular stock audits, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Regularly tracked stock levels, promptly ordering low-stock items to maintain operational readiness.
- Facilitated communication between warehouse and office staff to ensure smooth operations and timely dispatch of goods.
- Inspired and motivated warehouse teams to engage in operational improvements, contributing to enhanced team efficiency.
- Coached staff in proper material handling processes to reduce dispatch times.
- Updated warehouse management system data to ensure accurate tracking of stock levels and movements.
- Monitored and ensured team compliance with company regulations and procedures.
- Mentored and developed team members in picking techniques, optimising overall team performance.
- Monitored warehouse equipment, arranging maintenance and repairs to minimise downtime and disruptions.
- Developed and supported safe working practices to maintain hazard-free working environments.
- Recorded purchases and supply movements to maintain accurate records.
- Monitored sickness absence levels and conducted return-to-work interviews per company policy, avoiding staffing concerns.
- Loaded and unloaded truck deliveries using stock systems to process and arrange orders.
Warehouse Operator
RR Donnelley's (Now Adare)
Bradford, West Yorkshire
1988.09 - 1991.03
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles, handling goods with care to avoid damage and ensure efficient distribution.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles, minimising damage to goods and ensuring timely dispatch.
- Picked orders accurately to meet daily productivity targets.
- Assisted team members with picking, packing and processing tasks, contributing to increased warehouse efficiency.
- Scanned, sorted and diverted packages to appropriate warehouse departments for ease of access and accurate tracking.
- Packaged goods for dispatch, ensuring items were securely wrapped and labelled correctly to meet delivery schedules.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation in warehouse to ensure a safe working environment.
- Reported missing or damaged items to management, quickly resolving stock issues to maintain production line efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Stayed within health and safety standards by closely monitoring surroundings during tasks and wearing PPE.
- Consistently complied with workplace health and safety measures to minimise operational risk.
- Assessed packages and counted stock to ensure delivery accuracy before unloading and processing.
- Transferred materials weighing up to 10kg above head using safe manual lifting techniques.
- Handled sensitive items carefully, adhering to specific handling instructions to prevent damage.
- Maintained excellent physical fitness levels to safely lift and manoeuvre heavy orders and deliveries.
- Operated equipment to move heavy materials and consistently followed health and safety standards.
- Transported pallets and heavy stock using forklift equipment.
- Conducted regular stock checks, updating inventory management system to maintain accurate records.
- Managed inventory levels within the warehouse, accurately recording stock movements to minimise discrepancies.
- Proactively assisted teams in heavy lifting and complex problem-solving tasks, improving operational efficiency.
- Coordinated fast, accurate unloading of lorries bringing materials to distribution hubs.
- Operated forklift and other warehouse machinery safely, adhering to health and safety protocols.
Education
GCSEs -
Tong Upper School
Bradford, BRD 1981.09 - 1985.05
Skills
- Manufacturing leadership
- Production scheduling and planning
- Quality control
- Health and safety compliance
- Team building and employee supervision
- Performance management and monitoring
- Strategic planning and thinking
Certification
- NVQ Level 2 Team Leading
Interests
Timeline
Engineering Manager
Paragon CC (formally DST Output)
2020.03 - Current
Operations Manager
Paragon CC (formally DST Output)
2017.05 - 2020.03
Planning and Production Manager
DST Output (Now Paragon CC)
2012.07 - 2017.05
Shift Manager
DST Output (Now Paragon CC)
2005.06 - 2012.07
Production Manager
Adare Lexicon (Formally RR Donnelley's)
2003.05 - 2005.05
Shift Supervisor
Adare Lexicon (Formally RR Donnelley's)
2001.04 - 2003.05
Warehouse Supervisor
RR Donnelley's (Now Adare)
1991.03 - 2001.04
Warehouse Operator
RR Donnelley's (Now Adare)
1988.09 - 1991.03
GCSEs -
Tong Upper School
1981.09 - 1985.05