Martin McKie

Martin McKie
Jaguar Land Rover Limited · Manufacturing

B.Eng (Hons) | M.Sc | Ph.D | CEng

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Introduction
Interested in Lean Manufacturing Tools and Techniques, Digitalisation, Industry 4.0, People Engagement, Reducing Waste, manufacturing techniques i.e. casting, etc.
Additional affiliations
February 2022 - October 2022
Jaguar Land Rover Limited
Position
  • MNF Business Excellence Engineer
Description
  • Developing Global Lean Manufacturing Systems and Tools
September 2006 - September 2008
Teesside University
Position
  • Business Development Engineer
December 2011 - July 2014
Nissan
Position
  • Powertrain Quality Engineer
Description
  • Predominately Casting Quality Engineer but also involved in Machining, Engine Assembly and Dyno.
Education
April 2009 - April 2012
The University of Manchester
Field of study
  • Project Management
June 2007 - November 2015
Teesside University
Field of study
  • Manufacturing Engineering
September 2006 - April 2009
Chartered Manager Institute
Field of study
  • NVQ 4: Management

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Publications (33)
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The shoulder complex, also known as the glenohumeral joint is the most manoeuvrable and one of the most well used joints of the human body. Over time problems can occur with the glenohumeral joint and surrounding muscles, cartilage, tendons and ligaments caused by ageing or by over stressing the shoulder complex. This work examines the design of a...
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Many small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in the UK are being forced to change the way they manage and dispose of waste. In part, this change has been due to the introduction of landfill taxes by the government, implemented to encourage companies to look at suitable and sustainable alternatives. This case study examines the application of key perform...
Thesis
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Many technologies and methodologies, such as CAD, FEA, SCM, Lean Manufacturing and ERP have been implemented in manufacturing organisations all over the world. They have been widely used to improve quality, reduce lead times and save money in many organisations. However, it is often large organisations who can afford to implement, maintain and util...
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This paper examines a novel way of training Lean Manufacturing Systems and Tools utilising an Industry 4.0 methodology during the SARS-COVID2 Pandemic of 2020. Currently, it is challenging for the Integrated Production Systems Team, responsible for carrying out training on the Lean principles, to undertake the training safely and without the risk o...
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There are many companies around the world implementing Lean Manufacturing Systems and Tools, also known as Lean practices. Although Lean practices have been proven to be very useful, there are a number of challenges when implementing and maintaining them. Culturally employees in different countries and companies have differing motivations. Therefor...
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During the COVID-19 Pandemic, many companies around the world continued to implement and drive adherence to Lean principles. However, there are a number of key challenges each company would face when implementing Lean, one of those main challenges being workforce engagement. One way of measuring the engagement of Lean principles is by assessing adh...
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There are many companies around the world implementing Lean Manufacturing Systems and Tools, also known as Lean practices. Although Lean practices have been proven to be very useful, there are a number of challenges when implementing and maintaining them. Culturally employees in different countries and companies have differing motivations. Therefor...
Conference Paper
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This paper examines a novel way of training Lean Manufacturing Systems and Tools utilising an Industry 4.0 methodology during the SARS-COVID2 Pandemic of 2020. Currently, it is challenging for the Integrated Production Systems Team, responsible for carrying out training on the Lean principles, to undertake the training safely and without the risk o...
Preprint
For the published version, please see link below: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/351879482_Improving_Lean_Manufacturing_Systems_and_Tools_Engagement_Through_the_Utilisation_of_Industry_40_Improved_Communication_and_a_People_Recognition_Methodology_in_a_UK_Engine_Manufacturing_Centre
Preprint
For the published version, please see link below: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/351879629_Implementing_Digitalised_Lean_Manufacturing_Training_in_a_UK_Engine_Manufacturing_Centre_During_the_SARS-CoV2_Pandemic_of_2020
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This Literature Review is taken from my PhD Titled: Research and development of a sustainable technology improvement model for the foundry industry. References if required can be found in the full PhD thesis found on my Researchgate, research items. Contents of Literature Review: 3.0. Introduction p32, 3.1. Overview of Casting and the Foundry...
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This Background Chapter is taken from my PhD Titled: Research and development of a sustainable technology improvement model for the foundry industry. References if required can be found in the full PhD thesis found on my Researchgate, research items. Contents of Background Chapter: 2.0. Introduction p8, 2.1. Methods of casting metals p8, 2.2. San...
Presentation
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Aims and Objectives: Investigate recent trends within the worldwide foundry industry with regards to labour, no. of foundries and tonnage of castings. Carry out a literature review on the technologies utilised within the manufacturing industry. Develop a questionnaire designed to discover what technologies are currently being adopted and utilise...
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Abstract The purpose of the research is to aid the development of a technology implemented improvement model designed to be implemented in a UK SME’s. The model will examine the benefits achieved through implementing a model which is linked to lean thinking, Computer Aided Design, Finite Element Analysis joined with a foundry designed subcontract...
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Many SMEs in the United Kingdom are being forced to change the way they manage and dispose of waste. In part, this change has been due to the introduction of landfill taxes by the Government, implemented to encourage companies to look at suitable and sustainable alternatives. This paper examines the application of key performance indicators (KPI) t...
Poster
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The University of Teesside - School of Science and Technology - The Stockton Casting Company Ltd
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This research is designed to analyse the materials and shape of the current compactor tooth with the intention of developing a method of reducing the weight and altering the material of the tooth through design, in order to reduce manufacturing costs, material costs and lead time to manufacture. The materials analysis was carried out using a Micro-...
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The University of Teesside - School of Science and Technology - IDEAS – Institute for Innovation & Development in Engineering and Applied Science - NHS
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The University of Teesside - School of Science and Technology - IDEAS – Institute for Innovation & Development in Engineering and Applied Science - The Stockton Casting Company Ltd
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The University of Teesside - School of Science and Technology - Knowledge Transfer Partnership - The Stockton Casting Company Ltd

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