Qualifications: BSc in Mechanical Engineering (2.1)

Diploma in Industrial Management

AutoCAD Introductory and Intermediate

Toolbox: JIT philosophies, Poke Yoke, Kanban, Kaizan, Hoshin, 5 S's, etc.

Takt time evaluation and implementation of procedures

QS9000 use of PFMEA, PPAP, APQP, etc. & TS16949

AutoCAD & LT. Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and Access,

Career History:

Sep 2005 to Mar '06 Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Contract)

Intier Automotive Products, Bitton, Nr; Bristol

Product development, new product introduction and supplier development alongside the Toyota STA team.

Project Manager (Contract)

Promoted to Project Manager and was able to succeed in getting the Avensis project back on track.

Dec 2004 to Aug 2005 Project Manager (Contract)

Parker Hannifin - Cannock and Falkoping Sweden

The transfer of three product ranges from Sweden to Cannock. Full project responsibility from initial planning through to production acceptance. New product introduction, DFM, and capability acquisition. Required a flexible and approachable attitude with an ability to cope with, and strongly manage change.

May 2004 to Dec 2004 Senior Manufacturing Project Engineer (Contract)

Lear Corporation, Nottingham

The installation of a new production line to facilitate the production of the Peugeot 407 seat frame. Kept costs under control and schedule on track.

Mar 2003 to May 2004 Engineering Change Controller (Contract)

Faurecia Automotive Seating, Deeside.

Evaluation of existing system, proposal and implementation of a robust Engineering Change process. The specification and installation of an electronic PDM system. Involved with the TS16949 implementation.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Contract)

The installation of a new production line to facilitate the production of the new Astra seat. Liaison with the design function and frequent trips to Germany. I was able to ensure that the NPI was managed successfully.

July 2002 to Dec. '02 Project Engineer (Contract)

Stadco, Shrewsbury.

Analysis of the issues resulting from the manufacture of automotive body components. Investigation into, and eradication of customer concerns, using Root cause analysis and programme of events to eliminate production issues.

Mar 2002 to July 2002 Manufacturing Engineer (Contract)

Faurecia Midlands Limited, Coventry

I was part of an extremely successful team that created a linear manufacturing facility for production of seats for this first tier automotive supplier. During my time here I was involved in many of the fundamental elements of manufacturing systems, such as basic production layout, material flow, tooling, material handling, and process documentation.

Oct 2000 to Jan 2002 Product Development Manager (Contract/Permanent)

Pilot Industries (UK) Limited, Basildon

First tier supplier to the automotive industry. I was responsible for a team of Product Development Engineers, Toolmakers and Plant Maintenance staff that manufactured prototypes and maintained the tooling and production equipment for the manufacture of flow system products. Group restructuring made this position redundant.

March '00 to Oct. '00 Manufacturing Consultant

K. V. Automation, Milton Keynes.

My task was to evaluate and recommend any improvements and/or alternative manufacturing systems to create a world class manufacturing facility for this company that manufactures pneumatic components. I appraised all of the existing processes from the raw material receipt, the various manufacturing processes and systems, through to component packaging.

My presentation to the Board of Directors was extremely well received and I understand that my recommendations have been introduced.

May '99 to Dec. '99 Manufacturing Engineer (Contract)

Think Technologies, Aurskog, Norway.

I was part of a team that created the manufacturing facility for this Ford owned company. My primary function was to evaluate, procure and then introduce tooling for the manufacturing facility.

My responsibilities were widened to include the determination, planning and implementation of a broad spectrum of manufacturing requirements suitable for production of vehicle assembly. During much of this time I was directly responsible for managing a rapidly changing production department on a day-to-day basis. I was also responsible for the introduction of QS9000.

Aug '98 to April '99 Manufacturing Engineering Team Leader (Contract)

Lucas Aerospace, Wolverhampton.

I was a member of a team installing 'lean manufacturing' and 'one-piece flow' techniques. I created and headed a new team to introduce an electronic S.P.C. system. The success with which we completed this work, led to my being given additional responsibility when I led a second team of Manufacturing Engineers, Draughtsmen and C.N.C. Programmers, for cell implementation. The work of the team included, initial component identification, through cell planning, FMEA, scheduling, APQP, machine identification, machine programming, operator training, and installation, final commissioning and PPAP. This was complemented by the introduction of Kanban, Poke Yoke, level scheduling, S.M.E.D; 7 (+ 1) wastes, Takt time evaluation and implementation of the procedure, 5 S's, machine capability studies, etc.

Mar.'97 to August '98 Manufacturing Engineering Team Leader (Contract)

Plaxton Coach & Bus, Scarborough, North Yorkshire.

Member of a small team created to transfer the manufacturing process of the Prestige and Paladin low floor buses, to Plaxton's site at Scarborough. This work was carried out to extremely tight schedules due to contractual requirements. All aspects of vehicle manufacture where handled from initial chassis preparation through assembly of B.I.W, running gear, internal trim, etc; until final finish and P.D.I. of the vehicle.

The project was completed on schedule with a considerable reduction in labour times due to improved production methods and 'design for manufacture' (DFM) rationalisation, introduced during the transfer.

July '95 to Feb.'97 Project Manager (Contract)

Procter & Gamble Ltd; Wakefield, West Yorkshire.

Taking diverse production based project concepts in the cosmetics industry, investigating feasibility, planning and creation of realistic budgets for capital appropriation. Locating and vetting suitable suppliers. Design and specification of capital equipment and negotiation of contracts before awarding orders. On-going approval and milestone checks, through to commissioning, project qualification and production verification. My success in this position was highlighted by the need to upgrade the benchmarking system to allow it to incorporate my last project.

Nov '93 to July '95 Production Engineer (Contract)

Volvo Truck & Bus, Irvine, Ayrshire, Scotland.

I had responsibility for two production areas and the respective teams of production operatives. The plant ran a linear production line but in small batch quantities and often one-offs. This position was unusual in that the production engineering function covered all aspects of a production manager's position with the exception of H.R.

Oct.'92 to Nov,'93 Senior Project Engineer (Contract)

Slingsby Aviation, Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire

This company produces a two seat fibreglass aircraft. Following the receipt of a massive order, the production area had to be increased by 200%. I had complete autonomy for this project. I was responsible for a small team of Engineers and several teams of Contractors. I was fortunate to be allowed this opportunity and feel proud that I successfully completed a multi million pound project within budget and ahead of schedule.

Aug.'91 to Oct. '92 Project Engineer (Contract)

GRP Massey, Market Weighton, Humberside.

Feasibility, planning and production of new 'specialist' vehicles.

Sept'88 to June '91 Student - Full time

May'73 to Aug. 88 Atled Design Services, Bradford, West Yorkshire (Contract)

Systime Computers Product Introduction Engineer

BREL (2 periods) Tooling Designer

Peabody-Holmes Design Draughtsman

ICI and Mintex Draughtsman

Aug.'67 to May '73 Apprentice Toolmaker & Toolmaker

Birkby's Plastics Ltd, Liversedge, West Yorkshire.