simon craig cv 2016 updated
- 1. Simon Craig 39 Greys Road e: simon.craig247@outlook.com Chickerell, Weymouth, m: 00 44 (0)7870 439546 Dorset DT3 4FS simon.craig247@outlook.com I have really enjoyed the challenges of working in the print industry where, as an organised and adaptable leader, I have gained extensive experience in management. I have a proven track record of exceeding performance expectations, implementing and overseeing change, remaining customer focused and adhering to budgets and timescales. I have also been successful in developing supplier networks and implementing Quality Control Systems. My strong communication skills and my ability to motivate staff have led to noticeable improvements in production workflows. With my recent relocation to Weymouth, I am now keen to take on a new managerial role where I can continue to lead and motivate staff to ensure company services are delivered to the highest of standards, on time and within budgets. I am highly motivated by making a difference to company turnover; I lead by example to promote and deliver excellent customer service and I am mindful of company policies and procedures. Areas of Expertise & Transferable Skills Excellent management skills Customer service skills Strong interpersonal skills Excellent communication skills Professional excellence Loyalty Microsoft Office IT skills (word/excel) Staff teambuilding & teamwork Retail/Sales administration Stock control/accountability Policies & procedures Flexibility Professional Experience Aston Colour Press, Twickenham, Middlesex Production Manager: Dec 2005 Aug 2016 The opportunity to join Aston Colour Press allowed me to take on the overall day to day management of this small commercial printers at a time when they were struggling to produce efficiently despite good sales. In this role I am responsible for: Introducing a structured and effective production system supported by a bespoke MIS system Being instrumental in the purchase of a Heidelberg CTP system resulting in improvement in plate production times, print make ready times and print quality within its first year. This played a key part in the company finding additional capacity to achieve its first 贈1 million turnover Managing a team of four production staff working alongside the sales manager Production planning Maintaining customer relationships (from initial phase of reviewing client requirements through to final stages of production) Monitoring processes and procedures ensuring best practice standards are met Quality control by maintaining quality of service in enforcing quality and customer services standards Purchasing Contributing to the financial overview of the company by recording office expenditure, budgeting and planning for further investment and development
- 2. Simon Craig 39 Greys Road e: simon.craig247@outlook.com Chickerell, Weymouth, m: 00 44 (0)7870 439546 Dorset DT3 4FS simon.craig247@outlook.com Abbey Green Printers, Woking, Surrey Production Manager: June 2005 Dec 2005 I was invited to join Abbey Green Printers following the purchase of the company by Charta Holdings. I succeeded the outgoing Director responsible for production and in this role I was responsible for: Introducing a structured and efficient production system Managing the day to day running of this 贈2.5 million turnover company Leading a production team of three, with a production staff of 35 40 people and maintaining a high level of motivation and belief in self, team and brand Delivering an excellent customer care service Keeping up to date with market competition, identifying trends and recommending improvements Maintaining supplies of consumables, stock and equipment Unwin Brothers, Woking, Surrey Production Manager: June 2003 June 2005 I joined Unwin Brothers at a time of huge investment for the company as they moved from the single colour book market into colour commercial printing. After a large investment in machinery for the print and bindery departments, I took charge of modernising and developing the existing production and quality controls. I was responsible for: Managing the overall production of a 贈12 million company working closely with the Operations Manager Head of Customer Services team The Karran Group, Guildford, Surrey Production Manager: Sept 1997 June 2003, responsible for: Production Coordinator, responsible for overseeing work through all stages of a very wide ranging production capability A wide range of managerial responsibilities on promotion into a four person production team Promotion to Group Production Manager, following the acquisition of, and merger with Swan Packaging; JW Dunn (Printers) Ltd, Sutton, Surrey Production and Commercial Manager: June 1989 1997 GL Imprint, Erith, Kent Sales Executive: March 1989 June 1989 Richard Flint & Co Ltd, London SE1 Production Assistant/Sales Executive: June 1987 March 1989 Education & Qualifications The County School, Guildford, 1980 1986: 2 A level passes and 6 O level passes including English and Maths FA Coaching Certificate level 2 FA Qualified Referee level 5 Full clean UK Driving Licence References available on request