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Stephen Oliver

Stephen Oliver

Haslingden, Rossendale,Lancashire

Summary

Organised production clerk with proven skills in reporting, investigation and quality control. Scrutinises existing practices to drive continuous process improvements. Solution-focused individual with strong planning and decision-making skills.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Production Planner

P&R Fabrics Limited
Worsley, Salford
2006.08 - 2026.05
  • Data Entry: Purchase Order processing
  • Provided accurate forecasting data to aid in decision making.
  • Managed team schedules, ensured smooth operation of production lines.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by overseeing logistics arrangements.
  • Improved production scheduling by implementing effective planning strategies.
  • Coordinated with multiple departments for streamlined workflow.
  • Developed supplier relationships, strengthened supply chain stability.

Production Planner

Uniform Clothing Solutions
Wakefield, Yorkshire
2005.08 - 2006.08
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by overseeing logistics arrangements.
  • Improved production scheduling by implementing effective planning strategies.
  • Developed supplier relationships, strengthened supply chain stability.
  • Company taken over by P&R Fabrics Limited

Production Planner

Corporate Clothing Limited
Garstang, Lancashire
2005.01 - 2005.04

A brief employment due to change of Managing Director and direction

Production Planner

Cosalt Ballyclare Limited
Stockport, Greater Manchester
1999.10 - 2005.01
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by overseeing logistics arrangements.
  • Developed supplier relationships, strengthened supply chain stability.
  • Organised regular stock checks to maintain optimal inventory levels.

Progress Chaser

Simon Jersey Limited
Altham, Lancashire
1991.08 - 1999.10
  • Weekly factory visits in the UK to check on production status
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Progress Chaser

GEC Engineering Limited
Clayton le Moors, Lancashire
1989.07 - 1991.08
  • Responsible for the timely manufacture of small parts for sub-assembly production

Sales Assistant

Asda Stores Limited
Accrington, Lancashire
1986.09 - 1989.07
  • Worked in various departments, electrical department, warehouse, general household, serving and advising customers
  • Worked night shifts in peak periods for stock replenishment

Education

Qualifications -

Clitheroe Royal Grammer School
Clitheroe
1979.08 - 1985.06

Skills

  • Material requirement planning
  • Preparing reports
  • Demand planning
  • Microsoft Office proficiency - Word, Excel, Access
  • Sage software
  • Production order maintenance
  • Stock control
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Logistics planning

Timeline

Production Planner

P&R Fabrics Limited
2006.08 - 2026.05

Production Planner

Uniform Clothing Solutions
2005.08 - 2006.08

Production Planner

Corporate Clothing Limited
2005.01 - 2005.04

Production Planner

Cosalt Ballyclare Limited
1999.10 - 2005.01

Progress Chaser

Simon Jersey Limited
1991.08 - 1999.10

Progress Chaser

GEC Engineering Limited
1989.07 - 1991.08

Sales Assistant

Asda Stores Limited
1986.09 - 1989.07

Qualifications -

Clitheroe Royal Grammer School
1979.08 - 1985.06
Stephen Oliver