Paul Thornton

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT PAUL THORNTON

With over 26 years’ experience in the Food and drinks industry, in ambient, chilled, fresh and frozen and a wealth of knowledge and expertise in all aspects of the industry, including Technical, Quality, Projects, Complex logistics operations, Manufacturing, Packaging, Product, NPD, H&S, Environment. I have vast experience using SAP/Microsoft Office and many other systems relating to manufacturing and logistics operations. During my career, my focus has always been on exceeding customer expectations and meeting demands. Dealing with internal and external suppliers, I have been instrumental in effecting change to identify, implement and improve sustainable, safer and a more cost-effective service or product whilst maintaining quality and integrity. Often responsible for direct reports of around 12 and wider teams up to 60.A technical expert and leader with a proven ability to build and develop successful teams in order to exceed the expectations of the customer and people within my organisation.HACCP level 4Food Safety level 4Lead AuditorSix SigmaIOSHCOSHH advanced• Practical experience of all retailer specification systems – M&S, Waitrose, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda, Morrison’s, Co-operative, Aldi and IcelandI am very passionate about my work, the brand, the image, the environment and the customer.