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
2012.04 - 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
1997.06 - 2012.04
- 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
1996.01 - 1997.05
Joinery Worker
Railston
Reading, Berkshire
1994.10 - 1995.11
Apprentice Joiner
WH Ryders and Sons
Reading, Berkshire
1989.09 - 1994.08
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Joinery
Reading College
Reading1991-01
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
2012.04 - Current
Workshop Supervisor
Creative Woodworking
1997.06 - 2012.04
Joinery Assembler
Holdsworth
1996.01 - 1997.05
Joinery Worker
Railston
1994.10 - 1995.11
Apprentice Joiner
WH Ryders and Sons
1989.09 - 1994.08
NVQ Level 3 - Joinery
Reading College