Adam Garbutt

Versatile and dependable professional with extensive experience across manufacturing, quality control, team leadership, warehouse operations and delivery. Experienced in supervising teams, maintaining production standards, troubleshooting machinery, carrying out quality inspections and resolving operational issues. Punctual, safety-conscious and organised, with a strong work ethic, excellent time management and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Quick to learn new processes and techniques.

Delivery Driver - ASDA - Hull and surrounding areas

(2020-05 - 2023-04)

• Completed daily vehicle checks, damage reporting and refuelling procedures.
• Loaded and unloaded delivery vans and completed PDC / S.H.I.E.L.D checks.
• Drove 3.5-tonne vans safely across Hull and surrounding areas including Skirlaugh, Hornsea, Bridlington, Scarborough and Driffield.
• Handled customer queries and refunds professionally and efficiently.
• Used Microlizer systems as part of day-to-day delivery operations.

Team Leader - Protomould Plastics

(2018-03 - 2020-04)

• Led day-to-day production activity and assigned work to employees to meet operational targets.
• Operated and supported Negri Bossi moulding machines ranging from 80 to 1,000 tonnes.
• Prepared catalysts, thermoplastic materials and colouring pigments to specified formulas and production requirements.
• Set up moulds, dies and machine accessories, including temperature and time settings, and adjusted processes to reduce defective output.
• Inspected finished products using visual checks and precision measuring equipment to confirm dimensional and quality standards.
• Maintained and troubleshot machinery, auxiliary equipment and instrumentation using hand and power tools.
• Managed quality assurance activity, testing protocols and team performance against required standards.
• Scheduled shifts, trained new employees, supported performance reviews and maintained operational records.
• Monitored stock and inventory, maintained clean and organised work areas, and responded to customer or operational issues.

Night Shift Supervisor / QC Manager - Dearing Plastics

(2008-06 - 2018-03)

• Supervised night-shift production and quality control operations, allocating tasks and monitoring completion against requirements.
• Operated and supported Negri Bossi moulding machines from 80 to 1,000 tonnes, including mould and die setup.
• Carried out product inspection using visual and precision measurement checks and acted on quality defects.
• Maintained and troubleshot machinery, auxiliary equipment and instrumentation; reported significant issues to senior management.
• Managed quality assurance activities, supported QA staff and developed testing procedures across product lines.
• Trained employees, supported performance management and maintained production, HR and operational paperwork.
• Drove Mercedes Sprinter curtainsider vehicles and loaded/offloaded goods using a forklift truck.
• Maintained safe, clean and organised working areas and responded effectively to emergencies and unexpected problems.

Computer Engineer - Hi-Tech Computers

(2006-01 - 2008-05)

• Built and configured Windows systems and provided customer technical support.
• Installed and maintained computer networks and resolved TCP/IP and DNS faults.
• Installed and serviced CCTV systems.
• Installed, serviced and repaired Mac OS X systems.

Apprenticeship - Plastering, Painting & Decorating, Joinery - Hull College (2004 - 2007)

NVQ Level 2 - IT Practitioners/Professionals - RefurbIT College / Hull College (2007-09 - 2008-01)

OCR Level 1 Key Skill - Communication - Hull College (2007-06)

OCR Level 1 Key Skill - Application of Number - Hull College (2008-04)

Foundation Certificate - Food Hygiene - Isaac Newton School (2002-10)

EDI Level 2 NVQ Diploma - Performing Manufacturing Operations - Hull College (2011-10)