Simon Burns
Wigton,Cumbria
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in manufacturing processes and technical problem-solving. Demonstrates strong decision-making abilities and creative thinking, ensuring efficient time management and fault diagnosis in breakdown scenarios. Good at conflict resolution in projects, with a focus on delivering innovative solutions that align with factory goals. Committed to using my skills to drive ongoing excellence and support long-term factory growth.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Shift Mechanical Engineer
Futamura Chemicals
Wigton, Cumbria
2016.10 - Current
- Maintain performance with regular maintenance and repairs of machinery.
- Resolved challenges quickly to maintain process efficiency.
- Resolve mechanical issues quickly to minimise downtime.
- Collaborated with multi skilled teams to achieve project objectives.
- Adhered to safety standards while performing tasks to ensure workplace safety.
Shift Mechanical Engineer
Innovia Films
Wigton, Cumbria
2013.01 - 2016.10
Enhanced Craftsman
Futamura Chemicals
Wigton, Cumbria
2005.08 - 2013.01
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills by rectifying design discrepancies swiftly.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations.
- Handled heavy machinery, ensuring a safe work environment.
- Carried out Planned Maintenance tasks to reduce breakdowns.
- Carried out full overhauls on machinery.
Aprentice Mechanical Engineer
UCB Films
Wigton, Cumbria
2001.08 - 2005.07
NVQ Level2 - Mechanical Engineering
NVQ Level 3 - Mechanical Engineering
NC - Mechanical Engineering
HNC - Mechanical Engineering
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Mechanical Engineering
Gen 2
Workington, Cumbria 2001.08 - 2005.07
HNC - Mechanical Engineering
Carlisle Collage
Carlisle, Cumbria 2001.08 - 2005.07
NVQ Level 2 - Business Improvement techniques
Gen 2
Carlisle, CumbriaIOSH - Mechanical Engineering
Gen 2
Carlisle, CumbriaSkills
- Leadership and supervision
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes
- Conflict resolution in projects
- Efficient time management
- Creative thinking for design
- Technical problem-solving
- Strong decision maker
- Fault Diagnosis
Affiliations
- Cars
- Skiing
- Entertaining my Children
- Foundation Governor for St Matthews C of E School
Timeline
Shift Mechanical Engineer
Futamura Chemicals
2016.10 - Current
Shift Mechanical Engineer
Innovia Films
2013.01 - 2016.10
Enhanced Craftsman
Futamura Chemicals
2005.08 - 2013.01
Aprentice Mechanical Engineer
UCB Films
2001.08 - 2005.07
NVQ Level 3 - Mechanical Engineering
Gen 2
2001.08 - 2005.07
HNC - Mechanical Engineering
Carlisle Collage
2001.08 - 2005.07
NVQ Level 2 - Business Improvement techniques
Gen 2
IOSH - Mechanical Engineering
Gen 2