Paul Hartley Ridge

An enthusiastic, hardworking, and conscientious employee, with very much a 'Hands-On' approach. I have 30 years' experience in Sales within the Cleaning, Hygiene & Environmental Health (Pest Control) sectors. I consider myself to be a committed team player with a positive approach to work, being both flexible and eager to acquire new skills and techniques whenever possible.

Warehouse/Logistics Manager, Sales Manager, Buyer, Pest Control Contracts Manager - Option Hygiene Ltd - Nelson

(1996-01)

Currently directly responsible to the two co-directors, working very closely (one on one) with them. Involved daily with the smooth running of the business, which includes an addition to the organization, Kleen Options, where we manufacture and supply chemicals to the cleaning and automotive industry. In the absence of the co-directors, manage the daily running of the company. Was involved when the company acquired BS ISO-9001 Accreditation, to satisfy with the requirements of key customers.

• Warehouse/Logistics Manager.
• Sales Manager responsible for key accounts; Boundary Mill Stores U.K, Haydock Park Racecourse; Farmhouse Biscuits; several Local Authorities including, nurseries, schools and Colleges, Leisure Centre's and Government Housing Schemes.
• Buyer – Purchase raw materials & finished goods to supply relevant industries. More recently the emphasis has moved to 'Green Products' because of Government Legislation.
• Responsible for the Pest Control Contracts within the organization (Member of the Royal Society for Public Health and the British Pest Control Association).
• Provide training to local organizations regarding COSHH, cleaning machines (scrubber driers, floor buffers, evac chair etc.) and implement cleaning and hygiene strategy programs.

Glass Cutter & Fitter - Apex Joinery - Burnley

(1992-01 - 1996-12)

• Glass cutting & fitting.
• Manufacture of double-glazed systems.
• Installation of double-glazed windows.
• Design & manufacture of decorative glazed lead panels.
• Manufacture of wooden windows.

Glass Cutter & Fitter - Advanced Glass & Damp-proofing - Burnley

(1989-01 - 1992-12)

• Glass cutting & fitting.
• Manufacture of double-glazed systems.
• Installation of double-glazed windows.
• Installing damp proof systems.

G.C.S.E - Barden High School (1984-08 - 1989-06)

Foundation Course - Food Hygiene - Park High School (2004-01)