Simon Ludvigh
Glenrowan,VIC
Summary
Dynamic business owner with extensive experience in managing operations and client relationships. Proven track record in printing and production efficiency at various companies. Skilled in budgeting and compliance, while fostering strategic partnerships. Adept at implementing new technologies and resolving issues swiftly, ensuring high-quality outcomes and exceptional customer service.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner/Operator
Self Employed
Glenrowan, Vic
04.2011 - Current
- Directed daily operations for self-employed business across sales, service, and scheduling.
- Managed client relationships and handled inquiries, follow-up, and issue resolution.
- Oversaw budgeting, invoicing, and expense tracking for self-employed business finances.
- Coordinated vendors, supplies, and service delivery to support business workflow.
- Created policies and procedures to standardize independent business operations.
- Negotiated contracts and reviewed terms for service agreements and partnerships.
- Monitored compliance, records, and administrative tasks for self-employed business operations.
- Managed daily operations such as sales transactions, accounts receivable, payable, shipping, receiving functions.
- Reviewed customer feedback and made changes as necessary to improve customer service.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local laws regarding business licenses, permits, taxes.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision-making.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Interviewed, trained, and supervised employees.
- Started and developed policies and procedures for business.
- Implemented new technologies into the business model in order to streamline processes.
Printer
Various printing companies
Brisbane/Sunshine Coast, Qld
- Operated offset and digital presses for various printing companies.
- Set up print jobs, loads, and paper stock for production runs.
- Monitored print quality, color accuracy, and registration during press operation.
- Adjusted machine settings to match job specifications and customer requirements.
- Performed routine cleaning, maintenance, and inspection on printing equipment.
- Prepared finished materials for cutting, folding, and binding workflows.
- Reviewed job tickets and proof sheets for printing company production orders.
- Coordinated with production teams to meet workflow needs and deadlines.
- Monitored quality control of printed output by inspecting finished products for accuracy.
- Operated wide format plotters and printers for large scale printing projects.
- Executed high-volume print orders within tight deadlines while ensuring quality standards were met.
- Developed processes that improved overall workflow efficiency across the organization.
- Maintained detailed records of all prints jobs including number of copies made and time taken to complete the job.
- Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper, and registration.
- Reviewed job orders to determine amount of paper needed, ink color and potential special instructions.
- Properly handled hazardous waste materials to uphold safety regulations.
- Observed environmental factors and effects on equipment performance to make adjustments when necessary.
- Assessed inventory and ordered new ink, paper and other materials to keep supplies stocked.
Education
Cert 4 Offset Print Machinist - Apprenticeship
QLD School of Printing And Graphic Arts
QLD 11.1996 - 11.1998
Redcliffe State High School
Redcliffee, QldSkills
- Printing
- Construction
- Landscaping
- Tiling
- Concreting
- Disability Support
Timeline
Business Owner/Operator
Self Employed
04.2011 - Current
Cert 4 Offset Print Machinist - Apprenticeship
QLD School of Printing And Graphic Arts
11.1996 - 11.1998
Printer
Various printing companies
Redcliffe State High School