David Higgins has over 15 years of experience in fabrication, metalworking, and supervisory roles. He currently works as the Fabrication and De-Burring Supervisor at Prodieco Pharmaceutical Components, where he monitors production, trains staff, and ensures quality and on-time delivery. Previously he has held roles as Metal Fabricator, Site Foreman, and Healthcare Assistant. He has a BA in Pharmaceutical Operations and Business Management and is a qualified tradesman in metal fabrication.

1. CURRICULUM VITAE
David Higgins
264 Roseberry Hill, Newbridge, Co. Kildare
+353(0)86 6024251
davidhiggins83@gmail.com

2. DAVID HIGGINS
A highly skilled and experienced Foreman with excellent communication and
interpersonal skills. Outcome driven and a consistent high achiever with a
proven track record to deliver results on time and within budget. A proactive
and versatile individual who has demonstrated the ability to work reliably
under pressure managing tight deadlines. A self-starter who successfully
collaborates to achieve common goals.
PRODIECO PHARMACEUTICAL COMPONENTS (PPC)
Fabrication and De-Burring Supervisor – Jan 2015 - Present
• Monitor daily work load operations ensuring production orders are completed on time and parts
are only passed once certain set standards are met
• Train and coach team members to guarantee production targets are delivered
• Develop weekly work schedules for the department based on requirements by assessing priorities,
workload and available resources
• Manage and report on internal and external KPI’s and formulate corrective action plans
• Maintain a high volume of output and eliminating any problems that should arise
• Ability to understand customers’ quality requirement process and be responsible for customer
satisfaction whilst working in a competitive team and adhering to customer protocols
• Working with LEAN to help improve efficiency and results
• Constantly looking to improve standards and maintaining our companies “right first time” reputation
Metal Fabricator and De-burring Specialist – Jan 2014 - Jan 2015
• Responsible for fabricating components for Blister packaging
• Responsible for polishing and prepping all parts
• Maintaining a High Level of Production and a Pharmaceutical standard of work
• Keeping track of equipment and tooling required for the job
• Liaising with Company foremen regarding standards and improvements of work
PARKE HOUSE NURSING HOME,
KILCOCK, CO. KILDARE
Healthcare Assistant - 2011 – December 2012
• Responsible for direct care for the residents in making sure their needs were met
• Adhering to company health and safety standards while dealing with residents
• Responsible for comfort care to family members during difficult times
OMC ENGINEERING,
GREENOGUE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, RATHCOOLE, DUBLIN.
OMC Engineering Ltd. Manufacture and supply semi-structural steel, architectural stainless
and mild steel to the construction sector industries.
Site Foreman – Jul 2008 - Sep 2010
• Promoted to Site Foreman and responsible for the Central Park Leopardstown site and
The Point Village Dublin site.
PROFILEPROFESSIONALEXPERIENCE

3. • Managed team of up to 20 men on site, which included supervising all aspects of productivity
management, time keeping and authorising time sheets.
• Ensured all activities were carried out in compliance with all building & safety regulations.
• Adhered to strict site specific deadlines & targets.
• Liaised with builders, architects & other company foremen on site as key point of
contact representing OMC.
• Responsible for co-ordinating all deliveries to & from site.
Metal Fabricator – Nov 2006 - Jun 2008
• Qualified as an MMA Advanced Plate and pipe coded Welder
• Trained as a Stainless & mild steel fabricator and recognised as a specialist within the organisation
• Expert in the fitting of balconies, stair cases & handrails
• Specialised in Glass fitting & Glass Channels
• Sites worked on included; T2 Dublin Airport, Spencer Dock, Dundrum Town Centre,
Dunnes Stores, Henry St.
H&M IRONWORKS,
GREENHILLS INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, DUBLIN 12.
H&M Ironworks is a Self-Build Supplier which specialises in Mild Steel fabrication and fitting.
Metal Fabrication Apprenticeship – Jul 2001 - 2006
• Trained and Qualified as a Metal Fabricator
• Assisted site foremen
• Fabricated & Fitted gates, railings & balconies
• Trained in Glass Fitting
PROFESSIONALEXPERIENCEPROFESSIONALDEVELOPMENT
BA (QQI Level 7 Degree) – 2016
• BA Pharmaceutical Operations & Business Management - Griffith College, Dublin.
Qualified Tradesman (Metal Fabrication) – 2006
• MMA Advance Plate & Pipe Coded Welding Certificate
• Train the Trainer for Industry (2015)
• FAS Safe Pass Certificate
• Construction Skills Certificate: Plant Operator, Slinger/Signaler
• Safety Training, Height for Hire – Scissor Lift & Self Propelled Boom
• Safety Training, Manual Handling Course
• Safety Training, Abrasive Wheels Certificate
• Conflict and Crisis Intervention
• Occupational First Aid Certificate (2015)
• Manual and Patient Handling Certificate
Published Poet:
• Personalised poetry in a selection of books