Mark Briscoe
Whitchurch,Shropshire
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in forklift operation and stock control. Proven expertise in electronic point-of-sale systems and cash handling, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Strong focus on health and safety, time optimization, and customer service, leading to improved customer retention and satisfaction. Committed to enhancing operational processes to align with organizational objectives.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Sales Assistant
Colour Supplies
Whitchurch, Shropshire
2015.01 - 2026.02
- Mixing Paint and advising customers on which products we have and which to use.
- Furniture assembly/Till-cash handling operation/Fork lift driving goods in goods out.
- Delivered exceptional after-sales service, encouraging repeat business.
- Offered personalised shopping advice to enhance customer experiences.
Warehouse Operative
Furniturelink UK
2010.01 - 2015.01
- Unloading containers/picking and checking orders/forklift driving/loading vehicles.
- Responsible for chair assembly stock rotation and quality control.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles, ensured safe transport of goods.
- Filed records to maintain accurate stock documentation.
Extrusion Operator
Framemill
2005.01 - 2009.01
- Extrusion operator/assembling picture frames/picking orders/palletising/stock control and forklift driver.
- Facilitated reduction in wastage by recycling scrap material from production processes.
- Diligently cleaned and maintained equipment, improving longevity and reducing breakdowns.
Ink Mixer
Needham group
1994.01 - 2005.01
- Formulating and mixing inks, using either air or electric high shear mixers.
- Preparing samples for testing and also responsible for stock control of raw materials.
- Understanding of COSSH safety data sheets for handling and storage chemicals.
- Operated high-volume mixers for smooth production flow.
- Kept detailed records of materials used improving transparency and traceability of ingredients used in different mixes.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, avoiding overstock or shortage issues.
Window Fabricator
Hi-Tech windows
1993.01 - 1994.01
- Welding, hinging and glazing of standard and bespoke UPVC windows.
- Relief van driver when need.
- Adhered strictly to health and safety protocols whilst operating heavy machinery, minimising risks of accidents.
- Assembled window frames for improved product robustness.
Labourer
Whixall marina
1988.01 - 1992.01
- Narrowboat building, repairs and mechanical maintenance to canal narrow boats.
- Working to a very high standard.
Job Training Scheme
Comet quick fit
1987.01 - 1988.01
- Fitting tyres and exhausts, dealing with customer’s enquiries and quotations and preparing customers invoices.
Process Worker
Highbury poultry
1983.01 - 1987.01
- Weighing and grading of chickens and preparing meat for the retail market.
Youth Opportunity Trainee
Bridge canal cruisers
1981.01 - 1982.01
- Repairs and mechanical to canal narrow boats for holiday letting always working to a high standard.
Youth Opportunity Trainee
Waymills garage
1980.01 - 1981.01
- MOT, mechanical and bodywork repairs to cars and light commercial vehicles.
- Also responsible for serving petrol.
Education
OCR Level 2 ITQ Certificate - IT User skills
OCR
ON LINE 2010.03 - 2010.09
OCR Level 2 - The Principles of Business and Administration
OCR
ON LINE THROUGH HAVERING COLLEGE HORNCHURCH ESSEX 2010.03 - 2010.09
QCF Level 2 - Warehousing and Storage
QCF
At Furniturelink 2014.01 - 2014.08
CSE - Passes, English Literature, English Oral, Metalwork, Geography
ADAMS SCHOOL
WEM SHROPSHIRE 1974.09 - 1979.05
Skills
- Forklift driver
- Stock Control
- Health and Safety Awareness
- Point of sale operation
- Initiative taking
- Electronic point-of-sale systems
- Time optimisation
- Cash handling
- Positive attitude
- Stock control
- Customer retention
- Customer Service
- Product knowledge
Custom Section
- Counter Balance and Reach Licences
- OCR Level 2 ITQ Certificate in IT User skills
- OCR Level 2 The Principles of Business and Administration
- QCF Level 2 Warehousing and Storage
- CSE Passes in English Literature, English Oral, Metalwork, Geography
References
Available on request
Certification
Forklift counter balance and reach licenses
Timeline
Sales Assistant
Colour Supplies
2015.01 - 2026.02
QCF Level 2 - Warehousing and Storage
QCF
2014.01 - 2014.08
OCR Level 2 ITQ Certificate - IT User skills
OCR
2010.03 - 2010.09
OCR Level 2 - The Principles of Business and Administration
OCR
2010.03 - 2010.09
Warehouse Operative
Furniturelink UK
2010.01 - 2015.01
Extrusion Operator
Framemill
2005.01 - 2009.01
Ink Mixer
Needham group
1994.01 - 2005.01
Window Fabricator
Hi-Tech windows
1993.01 - 1994.01
Labourer
Whixall marina
1988.01 - 1992.01
Job Training Scheme
Comet quick fit
1987.01 - 1988.01
Process Worker
Highbury poultry
1983.01 - 1987.01
Youth Opportunity Trainee
Bridge canal cruisers
1981.01 - 1982.01
Youth Opportunity Trainee
Waymills garage
1980.01 - 1981.01
CSE - Passes, English Literature, English Oral, Metalwork, Geography
ADAMS SCHOOL
1974.09 - 1979.05