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Stuart Kennedy

Morecambe,Lancashire

Summary

Experienced professional with focus on production management and process optimization. Drive operational improvements and ensure high-quality standards through strategic planning, team leadership, and innovative problem-solving. Capable of enhancing productivity and reducing costs using lean manufacturing techniques.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work history

Production Manager

AnordMardix
Kendal, Cumbria
2011.06 - Current

Increased production from 160 to over 800 units weekly over four years through expansion and efficiency improvements.

Managed a workforce of 183 across three factories, consistently meeting and exceeding production targets.

Established a planning team of nine to ensure project scheduling aligns with achievable deadlines and resource availability.

Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations across all factories.

Maintained quality standards for products before installation, focusing on assembly integrity and electrical functionality.

Created KPI tracking tools to enhance operational efficiency across business areas.

Shift manager

GVS
Morecambe , Lancashire
2007.06 - 2011.06

Successfully managed 34 staff across two factories, achieving daily production targets.

Scheduled work within production cells to meet customer delivery deadlines.

Monitored daily KPIs while maintaining accurate records.

Established production cells for implementation and development of new products.

Shift manager

Tulip Food group
Morecambe , Lancashire
1997.03 - 2007.06

Oversaw a team of 26 staff to consistently achieve daily production targets.

Conducted daily production meetings to outline shift targets and expectations.

Scheduled work for each machine to meet customer demand efficiently.

Monitored HACCP compliance throughout all production stages to ensure food safety.

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Educational Leadership and Management

Institute of leadership and management
Kendal
04.2022

NVQ Level 2 - Food & Drink

Preston College
Preston
/2001 - /2002

NVQ Level 2 - Manufacturing operations

Preston College
Preston
/1997 - /1998

Skills

  • Customer-Focused approach
  • Adaptability to changes
  • Master production schedule familiarity
  • Supply chain understanding
  • Result-Oriented execution
  • Decision-Making aptitude
  • Manufacturing best practices
  • Product development

Timeline

Production Manager

AnordMardix
2011.06 - Current

Shift manager

GVS
2007.06 - 2011.06

Shift manager

Tulip Food group
1997.03 - 2007.06

NVQ Level 3 - Educational Leadership and Management

Institute of leadership and management

NVQ Level 2 - Food & Drink

Preston College
/2001 - /2002

NVQ Level 2 - Manufacturing operations

Preston College
/1997 - /1998
Stuart Kennedy