Gulam Patel

Experienced and reliable Logistics, Manufacturing and Transport Professional with over 30 years of experience in production, materials handling, quality assurance and distribution. Currently supporting aerospace and defence operations through the safe transportation, loading, unloading and tracking of critical components for BAE Systems. Skilled in inventory management, quality inspection, health and safety compliance, FLT operation and process improvement.

Multi-Task Operator / Transport Driver - Wincanton

(2023-02 - 2026-07)

• Deliver aerospace and defence components to BAE Systems, ensuring accurate and timely transportation.
• Load and unload parts, materials and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Scan and track components using inventory systems to maintain full traceability.
• Carry out quality checks on incoming and outgoing parts to ensure compliance with customer standards.
• Support F35, Hawk and Typhoon programmes through effective logistics coordination.
• Assist with inventory management and stock control activities.
• Maintain strict health, safety and security standards in a defence-sector environment.

Production Operative - Perspex International - Darwen

(1989-07 - 2022-12)

• Kept production areas clean and obstacle-free to minimize risk of accident or injury.
• Attended training to keep up to date on safety standards, production regulations and company best practices.
• Collaborated with fellow team members to reach set production targets.
• Kept in line with safety standards by wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as instructed in company manuals.
• Created high volume of boxes to facilitate outgoing shipments.
• Independently packaged and labelled items within tight deadlines.
• Closely monitored operations to verify compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Performed repairs, replacements and upgrades on faulty machinery.
• Supported stable production lines by delivering Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).
• Labelled any components rejected during assembly and placed in appropriate storage for easy retrieval.
• Transported raw materials using forklifts and cranes following safety procedures.
• Optimized plant performance through comprehensive tests and repairs.
• Maintained accurate and updated records of work performed on day-to-day basis to inform management.
• Followed production schedule to achieve set time scales and quality standards.
• Used hand tools, jigs and machinery safely to maintain safe working area.
• Completed production time-sheet during assembly and on completion of task.
• Implemented process improvement initiatives working closely with team for smooth operations.
• Read and interpreted engineering drawings and work instructions to manufacture final products.
• Counted and confirmed products whilst packing, minimizing errors.
• Packed finished items, marked boxes with customer details and transported to dispatch.
• Conducted thorough quality inspections after project completion to confirm products were fault-free and safe.

Retail Salesman - Rumbelows Ltd - Blackburn

(1984-08 - 1989-06)

• Unloaded store deliveries before sorting and displaying items on shelves and displays for purchase.
• Located products on customers' behalf and assisted with check-out upon request to complete sales.
• Displayed merchandise at strategic locations and kept fixtures full and tidy to attract visitors and maximise sales.
• Researched and understood current products and services, available features and pricing for use in advising clients.
• Monitored industry patterns and trends in merchandising and learnt new sales techniques and best practices for acquiring and retaining clients.
• Executed reductions, price changes or transfers of slow-moving items and set up special displays to encourage purchases.

Bank of credit and commerce

Work experience (two months)

NVQ in Diploma in Performing Manufacturing Operations - Perspex International

Level 2 Apprentice - Improving Operational Performance - Perspex International

GCSE - Mathematics, English Language, Geography, Woodwork - Everton High School (1984 - 1984)