CLIVE USHER
READING,BERKSHIRE
Summary
Experienced professional demonstrating strengths in leadership and technical skill application. Adapts to changing demands through effective team management and quality control. Committed to delivering exceptional craftsmanship and fostering a collaborative workshop environment.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Workshop Supervisor
Paragon Design Joinery
Reading, Berkshire
04.2012 - Current
- Measured, cut, and assembled wooden components to construct high-quality bespoke furniture tailored to client specifications.
- Applied finishes to wooden surfaces, including varnishing, staining, and painting, to protect against wear and enhance appearance.
- Identified material or process problems impacting work quality and corrected problems with workers.
Workshop Supervisor
Creative Woodworking
Wokingham, Berkshire
06.1997 - 04.2012
- Supervised daily workshop operations, prioritising tasks and delegating responsibilities to ensure seamless workflow.
- Reviewed production output for quality assurance throughout production phases, contributing to high standards of quality control.
Joinery Assembler
Holdsworth
Reading, Berkshire
01.1996 - 05.1997
Joinery Worker
Railston
Reading, Berkshire
10.1994 - 11.1995
Apprentice Joiner
WH Ryders and Sons
Reading, Berkshire
09.1989 - 08.1994
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Joinery
Reading College
Reading01-1991
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Decision making
- Safety compliance
- Woodworking techniques
- Material selection
- Equipment maintenance
- Technical problem solving
- Workshop team leadership
Timeline
Workshop Supervisor
Paragon Design Joinery
04.2012 - Current
Workshop Supervisor
Creative Woodworking
06.1997 - 04.2012
Joinery Assembler
Holdsworth
01.1996 - 05.1997
Joinery Worker
Railston
10.1994 - 11.1995
Apprentice Joiner
WH Ryders and Sons
09.1989 - 08.1994
NVQ Level 3 - Joinery
Reading College