Experience

Endeavor Engineering

• United States
• Automation Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Engineering Manager

  • Jun 2020 - Present



Faringdon Precision Engineering

• United Kingdom
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director

  • Jan 2006 - Mar 2020

  Directed all FPE operations of busy engineering manufacturing facility growing turn over from £0 to £1.6M annually. Maintained solid relationships with employees, customers, and suppliers to meet the needs of the organisations. Managed performance of team through proactive coaching, training, and supporting team of 15 people. Improved the efficiency of production processes and developed proactive solutions to technical challenges in accordance with quality standards. Operated 5 Axis and 3 Axis milling machines and Lathes by using Cad Cam software. Coordinated with foreman and office manager to ensure that production on track. Communicated with customers regarding manufacturing and lead times. Liaised with suppliers, ordering tooling, and materials. Determined and resolved technical, quality, equipment, and personnel issues.A few key achievements in this tenure include:• Supported the establishment of quality management system through collaboration with QMS consultants in compliance with ISO9001:2015.• Minimised 30% tooling expenditure by improving consignment set up.• Reduced 50% shipping costs by negotiating better terms with suppliers.• Enhanced 25% the efficiency of productivity by altering manufacturing processes and removing waste (lean manufacturing and 5S).



Oxfordshire Fire Service

• United Kingdom
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Crew Manager

  • Jan 2005 - Jun 2010

  Retained firefighter at Faringdon Fire Station. From 1989 to 1994.Trained as Full time Firefighter but operational on a retained rota system.Fully approved as HGV emergency vehicle driver. Breathing apparatus Team leader, First aid, High pressure and Low pressure pump operator. Working from height certified and Hydraulic Cutting equipment trained. Re-joined from 2005 to 2010 Attaining rank of Crew Manager, responsible for daytime running of Faringdon Fire Station. Retained firefighter at Faringdon Fire Station. From 1989 to 1994.Trained as Full time Firefighter but operational on a retained rota system.Fully approved as HGV emergency vehicle driver. Breathing apparatus Team leader, First aid, High pressure and Low pressure pump operator. Working from height certified and Hydraulic Cutting equipment trained. Re-joined from 2005 to 2010 Attaining rank of Crew Manager, responsible for daytime running of Faringdon Fire Station.



Oxford Engineering Ltd.

• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Night shift Manager

  • Sep 1987 - Dec 2005

  Determined and resolved operational problems and attained operational targets by evaluating production levels, quality standards, and maintenance actions. Ensured smooth running and execution of manufacturing production operations through inspirational leadership to team of 20 skilled machinists. Supported general manager in improving operations and resolving issues to ensure delivery of excellent customer service. Functioned with the MRP system to ensure and maintained production. Led a team of 20 skilled machinists to maximise operational efficiency. Enhanced productivity through mentoring and advising best manufacturing techniques. Maintained quality in line with QMS and reduced non-conformances. Inspected finished goods by utilising CNC CMMs.A few key achievements in this tenure include:• Improved 15% productivity by developing and enhancing methods.• Minimised 10% scrap and non-conformances by applying training and best practice.• Reduced 50% sickness absence by introducing return to work interviews.



Production Tools Ltd.

• United Kingdom
• Machinery Manufacturing

• Toolmaker

  • Jun 1987 - Sep 1987



Uk Atomic Energy Research establishment, Harwell

• Instrument Maker

  • Jun 1986 - Jun 1987

  Working in the Precision Development dept, manufacturing bespoke parts for the nuclear reactors on site. Installation and Heat treatment of Test rigs directly to Reactors when necessary. Working in the Precision Development dept, manufacturing bespoke parts for the nuclear reactors on site. Installation and Heat treatment of Test rigs directly to Reactors when necessary.



UKAEA Harwell

• Engineering Apprentice

  • Sep 1982 - Jun 1986

  Full time Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship. Full time Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship.