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Brian Ransley

Hastings

Summary

Experienced in client relationship management and quality control, with a strong background in logistics and supply chain coordination. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical issues and conduct risk assessments, ensuring efficient operations and compliance with safety standards. Proven skills in equipment procurement and customer service, facilitating effective communication and problem-solving across various stakeholders. Adept at scheduling and coordinating logistics services to optimize cargo movement and enhance operational efficiency.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Client Services Manager

wineworks ltd
03.2017 - Current
  • Developed and maintained relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction. Wineworks has over 100 individual clients with individual needs. It's been a privilege to cater to their various needs.
  • I've been responsible for the sales and maintenance of stock of all dry goods (glass bottles, cartons, etc.), ensuring there is always adequate stock to cover demand. This contributes about $1.2 million to the annual profit of the Hawkes Bay site.
  • Recognized for consistently progressing within organizations by embracing change. I have focused on operational excellence and maintaining a strong focus on delivering exceptional outcomes. In my term as production planner, I made significant improvements to scheduling, enabling an over 40% increase in throughput.
  • I have built a successful team

Production Planner

wineworks ltd
02.2012 - 03.2017
  • Created and implemented plans for production, maximizing efficiency. This included moving to a 24-hour operation, coordinating bulk wine transport, dry goods arrival, and associated work orders.
  • Built lasting relationships with clients that continue to the present.
  • Liaised with multiple stakeholders to fulfill the needs for both domestic and export dispatch.

Technican

Mr Apple
Waipawa
02.2008 - 01.2012
  • Ran the sizing machinery, a complex and fast-moving conveyor requiring fast decisions, clear communication skills, and attention to detail.
  • Kept records of throughput to ensure correct invoicing.
  • Adapted to continuous changing quality of fruit while maintaining plant efficiency.

Production Supervisor

New Zealand Food Industries
02.2007 - 02.2008
  • This plant had relocated to the Waikato, and it had not gone well. They needed a steadying hand in production. I was able to lift daily production and introduce a more systematic approach to problem-solving to get them back on track.
  • Training from Fonterra days proved very useful in this new industry (yeast production)
  • A really interesting stop on my journey to Hawke's Bay.

Shift Manager

Fonterra Te Papa
01.2001 - 03.2007
  • Direct supervision of 30 staff covering all aspects of cream products manufacture.
  • Daily compliance of quality, HACCP, and environmental systems.
  • Inventory control and production planning, ensuring packaging was always available

Education

NZCS
Food Science

Workplace Safety

National Certificate in Dairy Manufacture

Skills

  • Client relationship management
  • Quality control management
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Risk assessment
  • Equipment procurement
  • Customer service
  • Problem solving
  • Computer skills
  • Scheduling and coordinating

Affiliations

  • Keen motorcyclist
  • A gardener, sometimes enough to make a difference
  • DIY home improvement despite being unable to cut a straight line

Certification

  • Full Licence, F endosrsement

Timeline

Client Services Manager

wineworks ltd
03.2017 - Current

Production Planner

wineworks ltd
02.2012 - 03.2017

Technican

Mr Apple
02.2008 - 01.2012

Production Supervisor

New Zealand Food Industries
02.2007 - 02.2008

Shift Manager

Fonterra Te Papa
01.2001 - 03.2007

NZCS

Workplace Safety

National Certificate in Dairy Manufacture

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