Ashley Ashwell

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About Ashley Ashwell

Multi-skilled, mechanically biased, apprentice-trained aeronautical engineer with a robust foundation built in the Royal Air Force and refined through a decade of leadership at Reckitt. Offering over 17 years of experience across diverse industries and functions, with a proven track record in technical operations, asset care, and team leadership within highly regulated, fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing and packaging environments. Known for driving operational excellence, fostering high-performing teams, and delivering sustainable improvements in equipment reliability, compliance, and performance. Currently serving as Site Asset Care Manager, responsible for both proactive and reactive maintenance strategies on high speed packaging machines & manufacturing plants. Leading a direct team of 7 experienced managers consisting of: Maintenance Team Leaders, Controls & Instrumentation Manger & Stores Manager. Ultimately responsible for a wider group of 45 engineers, apprentices, and graduates.