Satyen Soni
Aylesbury,Buckinghamshire
Summary
Experienced Workshop Production Controller with over 15 years in bespoke furniture and joinery manufacturing. Proven track record of supervising teams, driving production efficiency, and delivering high-quality made-to-measure wardrobes, fitted furniture, and kitchen units. Skilled in operating precision woodworking machinery, maintaining health and safety standards, and consistently meeting production targets.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1997
1997
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Workshop Production Controller
Genesis Interior Solutions
Harrow, Greater London
2016.03 - 2026.02
- Received raw boards and materials for production, including organising and labelling for efficient retrieval and stock management
- Cut boards to precise specifications using cutting lists and woodworking machinery
- Prepared and processed materials, including cleaning, finishing, and ageing components
- Prepared and assembled components for bespoke wardrobes and fitted furniture
- Operated machinery safely and efficiently in a workshop environment
- Supervised daily workshop production and supported workflow
- Trained staff on safe use of machinery and maintained health and safety standards
- Monitored production output and ensured work met quality and specification standards
- Coordinated tasks to meet daily production targets and deadlines
- Identified inefficiencies and supported improvements in workflow and material use
- Worked closely with team members across departments to ensure smooth operations
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment
Workshop Operative
Sanghani Wardrobe
Harrow, Greater London
2010.04 - 2016.03
- Assisted in workshop production of bespoke wardrobes and furniture
- Operated machinery under supervision to cut and prepare materials
- Assembled furniture components to required specifications
- Supported staff in completing tasks efficiently and to high quality standards
- Prepared, organised, and handled materials for production
- Maintained tools, equipment, and a safe working environment
- Helped ensure workshop cleanliness and organisation
- Supported the team in meeting production targets and deadlines
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Gujurat University
Ahmedabad, IndiaSkills
- Cutting and preparing materials using precision woodworking machinery
- Reading and working from cutting lists, specifications, and blueprints
- Assembly of bespoke furniture and wardrobe components
- Workshop and production supervision
- Health and safety compliance
- Quality control and inspection
- Staff training and supporting workflow
- Process improvement and material efficiency
- Inventory and stock awareness
- Working to targets, deadlines, and production schedules
- Maintaining clean, safe, and organised work environments
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
Timeline
Workshop Production Controller
Genesis Interior Solutions
2016.03 - 2026.02
Workshop Operative
Sanghani Wardrobe
2010.04 - 2016.03
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Gujurat University