Profile
Paul Machin
My CV
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Education:
GCSE’s – Grey Court School in Ham. London
A Levels (Maths, Physics, Chemistry) – Richmond Tertiary College
Chemistry Degree – Bradford University
Chemistry Masters – Strathclyde University, Glasgow -
Qualifications:
See above
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Work History:
1st job – Research and Development Chemist for a company called Croda
Production Manager – Industrial solvents (Acetone, Screenwash etc)
Production Manager – Food flavours and essential oils
Site Manager – Adhesive manufacture (Superglue) -
Current Job:
Operations Direction – Precious metal refining
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About Me:
I am an Operations Director for Johnson Matthey, live in Cambridge with my family (2 children, 6 and 11).
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My work mainly involved managing and working with people. But we operate some really interesting chemical processes, so I still get to use my chemistry knowledge sometimes.
Our processes use some quite hazardous chemicals (including Chlorine gas), so part of my job is to make sure everyone is safe at work.
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My Typical Day:
My typical day involves a lot of meetings to help make decisions about the factories. We also discuss problems with the processes to make sure they are safe and working well.
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My morning starts with getting my kids ready for school and making sure I have a good breakfast. My day at work is mixture of meetings with lots of people and walking round to factory.
The best bit about my job is the people and my job is to make their jobs easier.
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My Interview
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How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Sociable, laid back and motivated
What did you want to be after you left school?
Teacher in third world
Were you ever in trouble at school?
Yes quite a bit but nothing serious!
Who is your favourite singer or band?
The Killers
What's your favourite food?
Thai
If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!
I had taken a job in Zambia teaching science, being a better golfer, time to read more
Tell us a joke.
What did the orange juice say to the water? I'm diluted to meet you!
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