Meet the Team
Colne Valley Rubber is a specialist rubber processor based in West Yorkshire, providing high-precision calendering, compounding, extrusion and finishing services to industries where reliability matters. Our team combines decades of hands-on experience with a practical, problem-solving approach that keeps production moving and standards high.
John Ridsdale
Managing Director
Hands-on leadership with a genuine focus on quality, precision, and people.
John leads Colne Valley Rubber with a practical, hands-on approach and a strong belief in doing things properly. He works closely with customers and the production team, staying involved in rubber compounding, calendering and extrusion to ensure high standards are met every time.
John is passionate about building long-term partnerships, investing in people, and continually improving how the business operates — with quality, consistency and trust at the heart of everything.
Mick Lunn
Director
Experience, knowledge and a steady hand on quality.
Mick brings decades of rubber industry experience to Colne Valley Rubber and provides technical and operational guidance across the business. His practical knowledge and calm, methodical approach help maintain consistent production standards and product quality.
Mick’s experience is a cornerstone of the business and a valuable source of support for the wider team.
Liz Ridsdale
Operations & Administration
Keeping everything moving with care, flexibility and attention to detail.
Liz plays a vital role in the day-to-day running of Colne Valley Rubber, supporting both production and administration. Having learned the business from the ground up, she has developed a broad understanding of how everything fits together.
Her adaptable, hands-on approach and attention to detail help keep operations running smoothly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ben Rangeley
Production Technician
Pride in precision and quality on the shop floor.
Ben is a key part of the production team and works primarily within calendering operations. He has shown strong commitment to developing his skills and takes real pride in producing consistent, high-quality material.
Ben’s hands-on attitude and willingness to learn contribute directly to the standards, reliability and efficiency customers expect from Colne Valley Rubber.
