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Steven J Brown

Blantyre,South Lanarkshire

Summary

A conscientious and motivated individual with a friendly personality and extensive experience in administration and warehousing roles, currently seeking a new and challenging position. A highly organised and efficient individual, whose thorough and precise approach to any given task has yielded satisfactory results through continuous self improvement.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Print Finishing Polar 115 Guillotine Operator

Gavin Watson Printers
Blantyre
01.2025 - Current
  • Operated Polar 115 and Autocut guillotines with precision and strict adherence to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up, calibrated and started machines to initiate production cycles efficiently.
  • Conducted quality assurance checks on products, ensuring they met company and customer standards while continuously checking for defects.
  • Conducted quality assurance checks on products to ensure compliance with company and customer standards while identifying and addressing defects.

Foil Blocking/Embossing Specialist

Gavin Watson Printers
Blantyre
09.2022 - 01.2025
  • Prepared machine for foiling, embossing, and debossing to meet customer specifications.
  • Understood functions of Gietz 790 hot foil stamper/embosser machine to operate effectively.
  • Identified and corrected production faults to maintain quality standards.
  • Proper die handling and retrieval of materials for production.
  • Performed routine maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organisation in the department to support a safe work environment.

Trainee ABG Digicon Series 3 operative

Gavin Watson Printers
Blantyre
09.2023 - 09.2024
  • Learnt functions and controls of Digicon Series 3 label finishing machine to enhance skillset.
  • Produce finished labels according to customer specifications within allotted deadlines
  • Handled ink, varnish, and die materials with precision to ensure quality production.
  • Conducted continuous visual inspections during production to identify and address defects promptly.
  • Performed maintenance and troubleshooting on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
  • Adhered to health and safety standards while loading and unloading materials to ensure safe operations.

Print Finishing Assistant

Gavin Watson Printers
Blantyre
03.2015 - 09.2022
  • Operated various print finishing equipment, including paper joggers and Busch BL/BLS and Lombardi Victory model punching die-cutting machines, to meet production targets.
  • Adhered to strict quality control standards, inspecting finished products for defects or deviations.
  • Ensured precise handling of printed goods through effective paper jogging.
  • Supported guillotine operators by efficiently retrieving printed goods, ensuring smooth workflow.
  • Packaged and labelled finished works according to customer specifications, contributing to client satisfaction.
  • Performed regular maintenance checks on finishing machines, documenting findings to minimise downtime and enhance operational efficiency.

Temporary Courier Operative

UK Mail
Glasgow
07.2013 - 01.2014
  • Coordinated same day collections and deliveries for various customers across central Scotland using subcontractor drivers from UK Mail and external providers.
  • Booking in of goods to be sent via UK Mail's overnight system by using in-house systems (D.A. and OpSys).
  • Managed processing and dispatching of returned goods, goods inwards, stock allocation, and stock control to maintain accurate inventory levels.
  • Facilitated daily office operations to enhance efficiency and organisation.
  • Provided quotes for other UK Mail depots and customers.

Temporary Stock Counter

Washington Inventory Services
Bellshill
01.2012 - 02.2012
  • Performed stock counting for major retailers throughout central Scotland using handheld scanners, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.

Goods Inwards/Outwards

Noel Kegg Ltd
Hamilton
07.2005 - 04.2006
  • Received and checked goods from delivery drivers to ensure accuracy and quality.
  • Pack and arrange goods to be delivered to customers.
  • Coordinated with courier companies to arrange timely deliveries to customers.
  • Stored goods in designated locations within the warehouse to ensure easy access.
  • Updated stock levels by inputting data into the SAGE system to maintain accurate inventory records.
  • Conducted stock counts and replenished storefront stock to maintain inventory levels.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.

Hotels Consultant/Administrator

Travel 2
Glasgow
05.2004 - 07.2005
  • Coordinated bookings for international hotels, vehicle hire, transfers, and day tours with international suppliers, ensuring seamless experiences for domestic customers.
  • Managed client communications through phone and email, ensuring timely responses and maintaining high customer service standards.
  • Utilised TRIP software to confirm client bookings efficiently.
  • Provided proactive clerical support to managers, facilitating smooth operations and effective workflow.
  • Administered physical and digital filing systems, keeping records well-organised and easily retrievable for team members.
  • Organised and archived company documents, both physical and digital, ensuring confidentiality and data protection compliance.

Customer Services

Television and Repair Services
Blantyre
05.2003 - 03.2004
  • Guided customers through product-related questions, feedback, and complaints, improving their overall experience.
  • Resolved customer service enquiries efficiently, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Built rapport with customers through courteous and professional communications.
  • Assisted in fulfilment of customer orders placed in person, via email, online and by telephone.
  • Maintained in-house customer database, ensuring accuracy of customer information for better service delivery.

Goods Inwards/Quality Assurance

TR Fastenings
Blantyre
08.2001 - 04.2003
  • Managed reception of incoming goods, ensuring accurate logging and inventory control.
  • Maintained warehouse quarantine register for defective goods, facilitating timely resolution and compliance.
  • Conducted basic quality assurance through visual inspections and utilisation of vernier calipers and torque testing equipment to uphold product standards.
  • Organised stock locations for goods within the warehouse to enhance retrieval efficiency.
  • Use of in-house database system to update records of goods.
  • General administrative duties and housekeeping to health and safety standards.
  • Completed work placement at ITEC Integrations.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Web Design & Development

Motherwell College
Motherwell
06-2009

Digital Photography -

Open University
03-2013

Skills

  • Print finishing
  • RTITB counterbalance forklift trained
  • Quality assurance
  • ISO9001 Quality Management
  • Lean Six Sigma White Belt
  • MS 365 proficiency
  • Problem solving
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
  • Punctuality

Certification

  • ISO 9001:2015 - Quality Management System Certification, Alison.com, 2026-06-01
  • Lean Six Sigma: White Belt Certification, Learning Lean, 2026-05-01
  • Counterbalance Forklift License (Crown 1.5t electric), Woodville Training Centre, 2015-01-01
  • SVQ Level II Administration, Itec Integrations, 2003-01-01
  • Personal and Social Development Course, Blantyre Youth Job Shop, 2001-01-01

References

References are available upon request.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Amateur photography
  • Languages
  • Exercise
  • Travel
  • Reading
  • Cinema
  • Cookery

Timeline

Print Finishing Polar 115 Guillotine Operator

Gavin Watson Printers
01.2025 - Current

Trainee ABG Digicon Series 3 operative

Gavin Watson Printers
09.2023 - 09.2024

Foil Blocking/Embossing Specialist

Gavin Watson Printers
09.2022 - 01.2025

Print Finishing Assistant

Gavin Watson Printers
03.2015 - 09.2022

Temporary Courier Operative

UK Mail
07.2013 - 01.2014

Temporary Stock Counter

Washington Inventory Services
01.2012 - 02.2012

Goods Inwards/Outwards

Noel Kegg Ltd
07.2005 - 04.2006

Hotels Consultant/Administrator

Travel 2
05.2004 - 07.2005

Customer Services

Television and Repair Services
05.2003 - 03.2004

Goods Inwards/Quality Assurance

TR Fastenings
08.2001 - 04.2003

Higher National Diploma - Web Design & Development

Motherwell College

Digital Photography -

Open University
Steven J Brown