Jacob Wreford
Berwick
Summary
Results-Driven Production Manager proficient in enhancing efficiency and quality and who thrives under pressure and is consistently looking for the emotional payload of a job finished well and the right way. Skilled in production planning and staff management, driving a culture of continuous improvement.
A strong desire to ensure customer satisfaction and an honest and fair outcome to any interaction. Proven ability to lead teams and drive productivity in fast-paced environments. Known for strategic problem-solving and adaptability. Has the background and skills that are needed to get the job done.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
YLZ Truck Bodies
10.2024 - Current
- Managed a team of 35-40 tradesman, driving a culture of safety, quality and constantly improving to enhance production efficiency and reduce wasted time and resources.
- Kept track of inventory stock levels and worked closely with suppliers to ensure what was needed was ordered/delivered before the job went into production.
- Adhered to our J4 certification when constructing tipping bodies and subframes.
- Heavily collaborated with our engineering team to identify and resolve production challenges effectively and swiftly.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Led multiple recruitment runs, conducted interviews and inductions with new hires.
- Utilised work management programs to track the progress of jobs and the basics of ERP programs for purchasing and creating BOMS.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Created checklists to assist in quality assurance across every stage of production
- Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Allocated jobs to the best teams for the work to keep the work flow steady and guarantee deadlines were hit.
- Estimated and quoted upcoming jobs working closely with procurement to provide accurate quotes.
Workshop Manager
YLZ Truck Bodies
02.2022 - 09.2024
- Managed a team of 10-15 tradesmen in the aluminium truck body, hardox truck body and subframe fabrication sections of YLZ.
- Ran pre-start meetings every morning to ensure staff knew what was expected for the day and to discuss any issues or bottle necks that have or may arise.
- Created jobsheets which involved measuring truck chassis', determining what overhang was most suitable, what pivot centres where required to keep the truck serviceable and researching what hoist would suit best.
- Oversaw daily workshop operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and efficient workflow management.
- Mentored junior staff, providing training on equipment usage and operational best practices.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and increased build completion rates.
- Monitored inventory levels, coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely material availability.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and regularly offering constructive feedback.
Truck Body Builder
YLZ Truck Bodies
06.2020 - 01.2022
- Fabricated from start to finish, a large range of custom truck bodies and subframes such as; drop side tippers, in well tippers, front of body tippers, flat trays, beaver tails and dog trailer chassis'.
- Fit purchased towbars such as Bartlett towbars as well as fabricated and installed custom build towbars rated to 45t.
- Modified chassis' and wheelbases either by rolling the axles back or cutting the chassis and extending from the middle, strictly adhering to VSB-6.
- Solved complex construction issues promptly with creative problem-solving abilities, preventing any compromises in quality.
- Maintained my designated equipment to the highest standard.
- Ensure all welding I carried out was sound and up to Australian Standard.
- Trained new builders on safety protocols and best practices.
- Used a variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Operated CNC machines, such as a CNC plasma cutter and CNC press brake.
- Fit hydraulic ramp systems and tipping hoists.
- Assisted in fitting air brake systems and truck hydraulic systems.
- Fit new truck bodies to the chassis', utilising overhead cranes.
- Read and interpreted complex fabrication diagrams and drawings.
Welder/Fabricator
Truckrite
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Although I only worked for Truckrite for a short amount of time, I did, however, learn many valuable skills that I have retained over the years. This includes smash repairs, adhering to VSB-6, specifically H Code when modifying truck chassis', problem-solving, & self-motivation.
- Repaired heavy vehicles/truck bodies.
- Worked hard to meet strict deadlines.
Apprentice Truck Body Builder
Complete Truck Bodies
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted tradesmen in building a wide range of custom truck bodies.
- Listened and learned as much as I could from the body builders I was paired with.
- Used a various hand tools and machines.
Apprentice Motor Body Coach Builder
Wide Bay Motor Bodies
06.2015 - 04.2019
- Converted Landcruisers and Patrols from wagons to duel cab utes.
- Hand formed panels using manual pan-brakes and slip rollers.
- Fabricated steel and aliminium ute trays.
- Did wheel base extentions, brake line extentions, fuel line extentions and exhaust extentions
- Work closley with on of the best tradesmen I know.
Education
Certificate III - Manufacturing Technical Operations
Kangan Institute
Melbourne, Victoria, VIC04-2024
Year 10 Completion -
Upwey High School
Upwey12-2012
Skills
- Production planning
- Quality assurance
- Logistics
- Workflow management
- Staff management
- Customer support
- MIG welding and Fabrication
- Fine attention to detail
Timeline
Production Manager
YLZ Truck Bodies
10.2024 - Current
Workshop Manager
YLZ Truck Bodies
02.2022 - 09.2024
Truck Body Builder
YLZ Truck Bodies
06.2020 - 01.2022
Welder/Fabricator
Truckrite
01.2020 - 05.2020
Apprentice Truck Body Builder
Complete Truck Bodies
05.2019 - 01.2020
Apprentice Motor Body Coach Builder
Wide Bay Motor Bodies
06.2015 - 04.2019
Certificate III - Manufacturing Technical Operations
Kangan Institute
Year 10 Completion -
Upwey High School