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Adam Ashplant

Hamilton,New Zealand

Summary

Experienced manufacturing leader with a proven record of improving operations, building strong teams, and achieving business goals. Skilled in using lean principles to enhance factory efficiency and reduce lead times. Adept at developing compliance systems, managing financial performance, and driving process improvements across multiple sites.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager – Manufacturing

NZWindows
, New Zealand
07.2022 - 08.2025
  • Spearheaded the manufacturing strategy, improving efficiency across two factories.
  • Centralized departments to boost flexibility and streamline operations.
  • Established dedicated teams for process improvement and compliance training.
  • Coached senior managers to develop leadership skills and independence.

Operations Manager

NZWindows
Hamilton, New Zealand
01.2017 - 07.2022
  • Oversaw end-to-end factory operations, including production planning, and logistics.
  • Introduced lean principles to enhance reliability and reduce waste.
  • Mentored future managers, fostering a culture of teamwork and growth.

Production Manager

NZWindows
Hamilton, New Zealand
01.2015 - 12.2017
  • Managed factory workflow to meet on-time delivery targets.
  • Ensured stable production lead times, and aligned material supply with demand.
  • Maintained high standards of productivity and quality assurance in demand.

Site Surveyor & Sales

NZWindows
Hamilton, New Zealand
01.2014 - 12.2015
  • Measured aluminum windows and doors for residential and commercial projects.
  • Worked directly with homeowners and builders to deliver tailored solutions.

Production Foreman

NZWindows
Hamilton, New Zealand
12.2011 - 01.2014
  • Managed a team of 20 production staff plus logistics personnel.
  • Oversaw scheduling, productivity, and output across the floor.

Driver & Technical Maintenance

NZWindows
Hamilton, New Zealand
01.2010 - 12.2011
  • Delivered aluminum joinery to sites using truck and trailer combination.
  • Provided technical problem-solving and onsite maintenance support.

Installer

Westcountry Windows Ltd
Yeovil, England
12.2000 - 12.2010
  • Installed windows, doors & award winning conservatories.
  • Delivered projects to a high standard of workmanship and customer satisfaction.

Fabricator

Westcountry Windows Ltd
Yeovil, England
01.1996 - 12.2000
  • Fabricated uPVC and aluminum windows, doors, and conservatories.
  • Trained in IGU fabrication using super spacer and aluminum spacer systems.

Education

Lean Manufacturing

KAIZEN INSTITUTE
Hamilton, NZ
05-2016

High School Diploma -

Huish Episcopi Academy
United Kingdom
01-1995

Skills

  • Leadership & People Development
  • Process improvement and efficiency gains
  • Financial and P&L management
  • Supply chain and logistics
  • Project management
  • Quality assurance
  • Risk assessment
  • Manufacturing - Operations Management
  • Lean manufacturing experience
  • Process improvement strategies
  • Compliance training and system

Affiliations

  • Surfing
  • Fishing
  • Coaching kids soccer

Timeline

General Manager – Manufacturing

NZWindows
07.2022 - 08.2025

Operations Manager

NZWindows
01.2017 - 07.2022

Production Manager

NZWindows
01.2015 - 12.2017

Site Surveyor & Sales

NZWindows
01.2014 - 12.2015

Production Foreman

NZWindows
12.2011 - 01.2014

Driver & Technical Maintenance

NZWindows
01.2010 - 12.2011

Installer

Westcountry Windows Ltd
12.2000 - 12.2010

Fabricator

Westcountry Windows Ltd
01.1996 - 12.2000

Lean Manufacturing

KAIZEN INSTITUTE

High School Diploma -

Huish Episcopi Academy

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