Jonathan Richardson
Carrigallen,Ireland
Summary
Hard-working with strong organisational skills. Achieves company goals through exceptional planning and prioritisation.
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
General manager
Woodford Timber Products
Ballyconnell, Cavan
01.2002 - Current
- Managing all day-to-day activities, including production schedules and daily operations to ensure a smooth workflow.
- Developing and implementing strategic plans, goals, and procedures to drive the business forward and align with company objectives.
- Leading and motivating employees, including hiring, training. This included preparing work schedules and assigning duties.
- Enforcing quality control standards and ensuring all health and safety and environmental requirements were met and adhered to.
- Monitoring and managing suppliers, materials, and inventory to ensure production demands are met within budget.
- Identified new business opportunities, leading to market expansion.
Forest Management
Baronscourt Estate
Newtownstewart, Co Tyrone
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Prepared and collected data for forest management plans, timber appraisals and timber sales.
- Marked trees for felling or thinning, contributing to sustainable forest management practices.
General operative
Balcas Sawmill Newtowngore
Newtowngore
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Operating pro post machining line during the week
- Saturdays Operating log grading line.
- Operated heavy machinery following safety regulations, promoted a safe work environment.
Education
Certificate - Forestry
Ballyhaise Agricultural College
01.1996 - 01.1998
BTEC Higher National Diploma - Forestry
University of Central Lancashire
01.1999 - 01.2000
Degree of Bachelor of Science - Forestry
University of Central Lancashire
01.2001 - 01.2002
Skills
- Strong ability to lead, motivate, and manage teams
- Ability to create and implement long-term business and operational strategies
- Excellent mechanical skills for comprehending and troubleshooting the operations of physical machines and systems
- Knowledge of budgeting, financial reporting, and cost control
- Experience in production scheduling, quality assurance, and process optimization
- Able to identify and solve complex problems as they arise
- Flexibility to manage change, adapt plans, and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Proficiency with computer systems and technology relevant to manufacturing and business management Microsoft office – Word, Excel, Power Point
Affiliations
- Restoration of Machinery
Projects
2023-2024 Project Title: Hot Copper Oil Timber Treatment Facility, Researched different Manufactures of Pressure treatment plants and chemicals suppliers., Coordinate planning applications with local councils., Supervised the construction of the new facility., Oversee procurement of the treatment plant and biomass burner., Developed a detailed timeline outlining expenditure and delivery dates., Trial runs were loaded into the Treatment Plant of various timber species, employing different preparations prior to treatment, including kiln drying and incising., Organised an Official opening of the Treatment Facility with the local Minister and invited all customers and people involved with the project., 2022 - 2023 Project Title: Smart Manufacturing of Living Accommodation Log cabins, Researching Log cabin manufacturing machines and software options, Recruiting staff to operate 3D Cad design and CNC operatives, Designing systems capable of rapidly converting customer requirements into approved designs and orders., Digitizing data and using Industry 4.0 principles, to design and manufacture bespoke, higher value-added living accommodation buildings., 2019- 2020 Project title: 50% Rebuild of the factory after a fire July 2019, Maintaining existing customers by outsourcing job orders to local timber manufacturers, All staff members were retained during the rebuild, and instead of relying solely on outside contractors, we engaged the workforce in the rebuilding whenever feasible and Safe., Restored the damaged machinery which was salvageable to fulfill orders from the UK market. This was crucial, as losing these clients would have been a significant setback., Created an efficient factory layout with the integration of new machinery to enhance production flow patterns was the goal. This process included sourcing both new and second-hand equipment, which involved attending woodworking Machinery events like Ligna and dealing with machinery suppliers in the UK and Italy., Designed and constructed a new building to manage sawdust and shavings, equipped with a form and seal baler for efficient automation, ultimately enhancing revenue potential., New fire system had to designed and installed with water reservoirs, fire hydrants, Water pumps and Generator back up surrounding the factory perimeter.
Training
- 2002 Arch / Mig welding Steel fabrication night course – University of Central Lancashire
- 2007 IMI Business Transform Program
- 2022 First Aider
- 2023 Lean Six Segma Qualifications White Belt and Yellow Belt
Timeline
General manager
Woodford Timber Products
01.2002 - Current
Forest Management
Baronscourt Estate
01.2001 - 01.2002
Degree of Bachelor of Science - Forestry
University of Central Lancashire
01.2001 - 01.2002
BTEC Higher National Diploma - Forestry
University of Central Lancashire
01.1999 - 01.2000
Certificate - Forestry
Ballyhaise Agricultural College
01.1996 - 01.1998
General operative
Balcas Sawmill Newtowngore
01.1995 - 01.1998