Vincent Ryan
Leicester,Leicestershire
Summary
Skilled professional with expertise in system troubleshooting, audio system installation, and customer service. Demonstrated success in providing technical support and administrative operations, showcasing strong time management and problem-solving skills. Proficient in risk evaluation, installation, maintenance, and routine upkeep of mechanical systems, including wiring and soldering. Certified forklift operator with a proven ability to handle repetitive tasks efficiently.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work history
Machine operator
PepsiCo
Leicester, Leicestershire
2023.12 - 2026.04
- Established operational and administrative procedures and enforced controls.
- Monitored gauges and dials, ensuring optimal operation conditions.
- Adjusted machine settings to optimise performance.
- Implemented safety measures for reduced workplace accidents.
- Utilised specialist tools for precise machine adjustments.
- Ensured smooth running of machinery by performing regular maintenance.
- Loaded raw materials onto machines, facilitating continuous production.
- Identified and resolved machine malfunctions for enhanced productivity.
- Completed daily documentation, updating operational records and company logs.
- Calibrated machines regularly to maintain peak performance levels, improving operational efficiency.
- Applied quality checks on equipment to gauge and solve problems.
- Notified line manager of potential HSE issues and assisted with corrective actions.
- Attended callouts for machine maintenance and repair work to resolve malfunctions quickly.
- Referred to technical resources to understand established procedure, product specifications and machine controls.
- Conducted quality control checks, maintaining high product standards.
- Maintained Bag Maker machinery in good working condition to avoid malfunctions.
- Inspected machine output to assess conformity to specifications.
- Disposed of cutting waste material for clean and tidy work spaces.
- Troubleshot recurring machine issues to locate and resolve root cause.
- Monitored machines to detect malfunctions, bottlenecks or damage.
- Evaluated quality of products on production line through visual inspections.
- Tended to machines to maintain fast-paced production in line with quality standards.
- Checked quality of raw materials to aid quality assurance procedures.
- Set up machines to perform specific tasks to high quality.
- Performed minor repairs on machinery, reducing need for external technicians.
- Improved efficiency with routine machine checks and adjustments.
- Provided training to new recruits, improving team competence.
- Packaged orders with excellent presentation skills.
- Cleared debris and waste from working areas, maintaining safe conditions.
- Sanitised machinery and maintained organised work area to support cleanliness.
- Monitored machine function and performance, quickly diagnosing malfunctions to reduce operational downtime.
- Operated and fed raw material into equipment with focus on proper operation and safety measures.
Technician in electronic equipment
Sound Light & Stage
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
2019.08 - 2021.10
- Programmed consoles and loaded automated colour change systems prior to events.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of all technical data for future reference.
- Utilised advanced problem-solving skills for swift resolution of technical issues.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their specific technology needs.
- Managed multiple engineering projects to ensure on-time completion.
- Delivered training sessions to new staff, improving team knowledge base.
- Translated lengthy troubleshooting steps by breaking down and simplifying instructions.
- Carried out technical monitoring, repairs and maintenance of Moving heads lighting equipment.
- Prepared and operated audio-visual equipment.
- Prepared, transported and set up Audio equipment with care and caution for optimised equipment and staff safety.
- Improved equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance checks.
- Repaired electrical faults promptly to minimise production delays.
- Operated soldering and desoldering tools safely and responsibly.
- Assembled components during technical production phases.
- Utilised specialist tools effectively for precise repair tasks.
Technician in electromechanical systems
Pinewood (MBS) 2016-2019
Iver Heath, Slough, Buckinghamshire
2016.02 - 2019.07
- Investigated equipment failures to diagnose faulty operation and made appropriate maintenance recommendations
- Assembled and installed complex mechanical components to enhance equipment reliability.
- Altered and modified mechanical designs to meet requirements and eliminate malfunctions
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of film and studio lighting equipment
- Tested electrical systems meticulously thereby avoiding potential hazards related to faulty wiring.
- Troubleshot diverse hardware problems leading to reduced machine breakdowns over time.
- Conducted diagnostic testing to identify damage equipment.
- Repaired and replaced broken-down parts to maintain performance.
- Diagnosed technical issues for timely repairs.
- Applied fault-finding skills to identify and resolve issues promptly.
- Conducted planned maintenance to prevent equipment outages.
- Restored equipment to operational condition by removing and replacing or repairing components.
- Assembled mechanical components, controls and power systems.
- Tested individual components and functions of equipment to detect root cause of issues.
Audio Engineer & Service Technician
Audio Logics Ltd
Ealing , United Kingdom
2004.02 - 2008.07
- Worked with video editors to synchronize audio with video segments
- Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions, and optimized songs and albums using elements, including equalization, compression and stereo enhancement
- Provided audio mixing and recording expertise to field and studio-based productions
- Digitized and logged video and audio footage
- Executed highest level of quality for field and studio audio to achieve project expectations
- Regulated volume levels and sound quality during recording sessions and used professional field mixers like YAMAHA and ALLEN & HEATH Consoles
- Separated instruments, vocals, and other sounds, and combined sounds during mixing or post production stage
- Reproduced and duplicated sound recordings from original recording media by using sound editing and duplication equipment
- Repaired and maintained audio equipment, such as mixers, microphones, amplifiers and switching devices
- Recorded, edited and mixed instrumental and vocal tracks and minimized unwanted sounds
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions and provided audio system oversight for live shows
- Managed setup and tear-down of sound and music equipment before and after performances to promote efficient workflow
Education
NVQ Level 4 - Electronics Servicing
Ditech Electronics
HarareFoundation Degree in Arts - Multimedia Technology
University Of West London
Ealing, United KingdomSkills
- System troubleshooting expertise
- Audio system installation skills
- Customer service excellence
- Technical support solutions
- Administrative operations support
- Effective time management
- Problem-solving capabilities in technical contexts
- Risk evaluation techniques
- Installation proficiency in various systems
- Maintenance of mechanical systems
- Wiring and soldering proficiency
- Heat shrink application techniques
- Wire assembly processes and methods
- Routine maintenance for mechanical systems
- Expertise in problem resolution
- Reassembly of products and components
- Assembly of mechanical valves and parts
- Techniques for metal joining and fabrication
- Analysis of root causes in maintenance tasks
- Assessment of building conditions and structures
- Forklift certification
- Tolerance for repetitive tasks
Affiliations
- Photography
- Music Production
- Fitness And Healthy Life-style
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Machine operator
PepsiCo
2023.12 - 2026.04
Technician in electronic equipment
Sound Light & Stage
2019.08 - 2021.10
Technician in electromechanical systems
Pinewood (MBS) 2016-2019
2016.02 - 2019.07
Audio Engineer & Service Technician
Audio Logics Ltd
2004.02 - 2008.07
NVQ Level 4 - Electronics Servicing
Ditech Electronics
Foundation Degree in Arts - Multimedia Technology
University Of West London