PATRICK HUGHES
NEWNAN
Summary
Results-driven management professional with proven track record in overseeing plant operations and optimizing production processes. Adept at fostering team collaboration and ensuring operational efficiency while adapting to evolving demands. Strong skills in resource management, process improvement, and safety compliance. Reliable and goal-oriented, consistently delivering impactful outcomes through strategic leadership and decisive action.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Mallaghan
07.2019 - Current
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
- Oversaw daily operations of 55,000 sq. ft. manufacturing plant.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
- Mentored and developed staff members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.
- Conducted thorough root cause analyses on production issues, identifying solutions for continuous improvement efforts.
- Promoted collaborative work environment to motivate and engage staff to achieve company objectives.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends in workplace injuries or near-misses; implemented corrective actions accordingly.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Developed training programs to upskill workforce and improve productivity.
- Boosted team morale and efficiency through leadership and development initiatives.
- Fostered culture of safety, significantly reducing workplace accidents.
Product Engineer
Mallaghan
07.2012 - 07.2019
- Provided technical support to sales teams, enabling them to better communicate product benefits and features to customers.
- Provided clear and timely technical data required for design and specification of product.
- Directed, guided and monitored support engineers and in-house operational personnel.
- Interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports for product conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
- Led continuous improvements in engineering, resulting in clearer product design standards, better manufacturability and reduced engineering cycle time.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving reported product issues in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with design team to identify and manage project deliverables for customer orders.
- Led prototype development efforts, refining designs based on user feedback and testing data.
- Recommended solutions, built custom proposals, prepared supporting information and delivered presentations to boost sales.
- Communicated with vendors and key suppliers to select project materials and meet customer needs.
- Assessed potential risks associated with design changes, making informed decisions that balanced innovation with practicality.
- Consulted with marketing department about product upgrades and failures in service and discussed methods for remediation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of product components.
Site Engineer
P.M Engineering
01.2009 - 07.2012
- Checked technical designs and drawings for adherence to standards.
- Recorded daily events and activities in site diary to evaluate process and improve productivity.
- Oversaw quality control and health and safety matters for construction teams.
- Enhanced site safety by conducting regular inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated with subcontractors ensuring their work met project specifications as well as monitored their progress towards completion deadlines.
- Enhanced project efficiency by assisting in the preparation of work plans and schedules.
- Maximized equipment performance through regular maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Supported environmental sustainability efforts through responsible waste management practices during the deconstruction process at job sites.
Production Worker
Edge Innovate
09.2003 - 12.2008
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Met or exceeded daily production targets consistently through efficient task execution and effective time management skills.
- Performed routine quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards before shipping out units.
- Completed 3 years training through work based learning programe and acheived a level 3 in Engineering and Manufacturing.
- Gained experience in all factors of an engineering factory, assembly, welding and cutting shop.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, implementing best practices to enhance overall efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
South West College
Ireland03-2013
Skills
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Project management
- Operations management
- Production planning
- Safety management
- Continuous improvement
- Performance improvements
- Production scheduling
- Facility management
- Team building and development
- Work delegation
- Cost control
- Lean manufacturing processes
- Lean manufacturing principles
Timeline
Plant Manager
Mallaghan
07.2019 - Current
Product Engineer
Mallaghan
07.2012 - 07.2019
Site Engineer
P.M Engineering
01.2009 - 07.2012
Production Worker
Edge Innovate
09.2003 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
South West College
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