Duncan Ritchie
Calgary,AB
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Manufacturing and Fabricating
Swift Canadian Counter Tops
07.2020 - 08.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Production Foreman
Schenk Architectural Imports
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Coordinated production schedules to align with project timelines and resource availability.
- Mentored new employees, providing them with hands-on training and guidance for successful job performance.
- Assisted upper management with strategic planning to meet long-term objectives in productivity and profitability growth.
Manufacturing Cabinets
Astra Group
03.2019 - 11.2019
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Classic Kitchens and Cabinets
Plant Manager
11.1989 - 12.2018
- Organize and provide cut lists to meet day to day job scheduling.
- Material purchasing, Hardware, sheet goods, moldings etc.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Organized and scheduled morning plant meetings with all shop staff.
- Assisted and Organized monthly safety meeting, large groups, as well as smaller weekly toolbox meetings.
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Verbal communication
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
Languages
English
Interests
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- Mindfulness Practices
- Swimming
- Regularly practice mindfulness and meditation for overall wellness
- Hiking
- Playing Sports
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Music
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeTimeline
Head of Manufacturing and Fabricating
Swift Canadian Counter Tops
07.2020 - 08.2025
Production Foreman
Schenk Architectural Imports
11.2019 - 03.2020
Manufacturing Cabinets
Astra Group
03.2019 - 11.2019
Classic Kitchens and Cabinets
Plant Manager
11.1989 - 12.2018