Stephen Durdey
Bournemouth,—
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in production management and process improvement initiatives. Demonstrates proficiency in computer-aided design and materials procurement, ensuring optimal plant layout optimisation and productivity enhancement. Adept at handling materials resources software, overseeing automated systems operations, and implementing cost control strategies to drive efficiency. Committed to safety compliance and quality control, with a strong focus on workplace hazard assessment and safety protocols. Skilled in team leadership, employee development plans creation, and staff development to foster a collaborative work environment. Career goals include advancing innovative production forecasting techniques to further enhance operational success.
Driven leader with strong focus on operational excellence and team development. Combines deep knowledge of production processes with strong communication skills to optimise plant performance and foster collaborative work environment. Aims to drive continuous improvement and achieve high standards of safety and productivity.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work history
Plant manager
Stericycle
Bournemouth, Dorset
05.2008 - 03.2025
- Liaised with regulatory bodies ensuring compliance with all relevant industry standards.
- Improved production efficiency by streamlining plant operations.
- Monitored daily outputs against targets, identifying areas for improvement promptly.
- Developed contingency plans to minimise disruption during unforeseen events such as power outages or equipment failures.
- Increased staff motivation for enhanced productivity through implementing comprehensive training programmes.
- Handled procurement of raw materials to ensure uninterrupted production cycles.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Window fitter
Self Employed
Bournemouth, Dorset
02.2001 - 04.2008
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing excellent service throughout the fitting process.
- Sourced high-quality materials for durable window installations.
- Performed on-site survey for precise measurements.
- Repaired damaged window frames, restoring functionality and appearance.
- Applied weatherproof sealants, increasing the lifespan of fitted windows.
- Maintained cleanliness and tidiness whilst working in client homes or business premises.
- Removed old windows and doors, leaving clean workspace for new installations.
- Achieved safe working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
Supervisor
Industrial Rubber Mouldings
Bournemouth, Hampshire
09.1997 - 12.2001
- Delegated tasks appropriately, achieved balanced workload among team members.
- Identified potential risks and mitigated them through proactive measures.
- Organised team resources, resulted in improved project timelines.
- Led team meetings, ensured clear communication amongst all members.
- Assisted in the recruitment process for hiring quality staff members.
- Ensured smooth operations with regular maintenance checks.
- Improved team efficiency by implementing new scheduling practices.
- Implemented company policies effectively, maintained high standards of service delivery.
- Monitored employee attendance records for maintaining discipline within the team.
Education
GCSEs -
Porchester
Bournemouth, EnglandSkills
- Customer satisfaction focus
- Production forecasting
- Computer aided design proficiency
- Materials procurement mastery
- Productivity enhancement
- Materials resources software handling
- Plant layout optimisation
- Plant operation knowledge
- Quality control expertise
- Workplace hazard assessment
- Electrical system understanding
- Employee development plans creation
- Automated systems operations
- Production and processing expertise
- Safety compliance
- Team Leadership
- Process improvement initiatives
- Cost control strategies
- Production management
- Staff development
- Maintenance scheduling
- Budget oversight
- Safety protocols
Timeline
Plant manager
Stericycle
05.2008 - 03.2025
Window fitter
Self Employed
02.2001 - 04.2008
Supervisor
Industrial Rubber Mouldings
09.1997 - 12.2001
GCSEs -
Porchester