Dan Trotman

Role: Metalwork Team Leader.

Length of service: 19 years.

Background: I grew up in the Crewe area and got my first job at Whitby Morrison. 

Values I share with Whitby Morrison: Loyalty, teamwork, continuous improvement and learning. 

If I could snap my fingers and become an expert in something, it would it be: Football, or laser cutting at work. 

One thing most people don’t know about me: I could have a full head of hair if I wanted.

When I was kid, I wanted to grow up to be: A professional footballer.

In a movie about my life, the actor playing me would be: Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson or Vin Diesel.

At the weekend, you’re most likely to find me: Spending time with the kids, cycling, running or at the gym. 

Dog person or cat person? Neither.

My favorite sport to watch and team I support is: F1 / McClaren.

The best things about my job are: I enjoy coming up with different ways of making things happen and being creative.

My favourite film is: Goodfellas. 

My favourite food is? Pizza / Chinese /  steak and chips.

My favorite quote is? “Don’t make animal noises.”

I will never be seen without: A comb.

Whitby Morrison is like:  A McLaren racecar, because it is streamlined, fast and a winning team.

Dan Trotman


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