Responsible Factory Worker contributes to team and company success. Dedicated to tackling tasks and completing work. Operates various equipment to move materials and support production.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Worker
Bradken
INNISFAIL, QLD
03.2024 - Current
Operated various machines in the production process, including forklifts, conveyors, and pallet jacks.
Prepared and packaged items for shipping according to established procedures.
Performed quality control checks on products to ensure they met customer requirements.
Monitored inventory levels of raw materials and finished products.
Assisted with troubleshooting and resolving problems during the production process.
Maintained cleanliness of work areas by sweeping and mopping floors, emptying trash containers.
Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
Organized supplies used in the production process to ensure efficient workflow.
Ensured accuracy of orders by verifying product counts against packing lists.
Regularly inspected equipment for proper functioning and took corrective action as needed.
Utilized computer systems to track orders and maintain records of manufacturing activities.
Completed paperwork related to daily tasks such as job order forms, safety logs.
Loaded and unloaded trucks using hand trucks or forklifts as necessary.
Participated in team meetings to discuss ideas for improving efficiency in the workplace.
Cleaned tools and equipment after use according to company guidelines.
Conducted regular maintenance checks on machinery used in the production process.
Analyzed data from previous shifts to identify trends or potential issues.
Worked closely with supervisors to resolve any outstanding issues.
Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
Kept facility in compliance with established HSE requirements.
Maintained inspection-ready facility by monitoring operations and performing housekeeping functions.
Identified and set aside equipment in need of maintenance or repair.
Troubleshot equipment problems to repair or report diagnostics.
Maintained proper product storage and organized warehouse inventory.
Preserved safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area and workstations neat.
Completed quality assurance testing on goods and products.
Evaluated orders by checking for appropriate product specifications, labels and packaging and making adjustments.
Reviewed order forms to prepare orders for processing.
Located, packed and shipped products to fulfill online orders.
Tradesmen Operator
Sth Johnstone Sugar Mill
INNISFAIL, QLD
03.1991 - 11.2023
Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
Assisted in the setup of production lines according to customer specifications.
Verified accuracy of material measurements before loading into machines.
Ensured that all materials used were up to standard and free from defects.
Troubleshooted mechanical problems with machines, making repairs or adjustments when necessary.
Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify any potential issues or malfunctions.
Operated various pieces of manufacturing equipment including lathes, milling machines, drill presses.
Documented daily production results accurately and completely.
Loaded raw materials into hoppers or other feeding devices prior to processing.
Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery and working around hazardous materials.
Reported any discrepancies or abnormalities in the production process immediately to supervisor.
Checked product quality against specified standards at each stage of production process.
Met deadlines for completion of assigned tasks efficiently and effectively.
Set up tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges and other related parts for use in production operations.
Maintained records relating to product output numbers, scrap rate analysis, downtime reports.
Evaluated new products for compatibility with existing systems and processes.
Provided training assistance to new operators on proper machine operation techniques.
Kept abreast of changes in technology related to job duties through continuing education courses.
Reported failures, malfunctions or wear issues on equipment to supervisor.
Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
Retained safe and clean work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Taught new employees machine operation techniques and important business procedures.
Rotated among various workstations, performing work necessary to meet production needs.
Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
Maintained production and quality documentation.
Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
Troubleshot and diagnosed equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
Utilized hand and power tools and heavy machinery during manufacturing processes.
Handled various mechanical and technical machinery during manufacturing process.
Assessed and corrected jams in equipment.
Monitored product flow through feed conveyor.
Complied with environmental regulations when using, dispensing of, or handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials and waste.
Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
Measured and graded batches of raw materials to feed into production machinery.
Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
Monitored production line, watching for pile-ups or jams.
Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
Classified defects from finished orders for record tracking and statistics.
Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Innisfail State High School
Innisfail, QLD
12-1989
Engineering - Engineering Heavy Metal Fabrication
Innisfail Tafe
Innisfail, QLD
Skills
Installation
Equipment Inspection
Engineering operational functions
Troubleshooting
Affiliations
building my own house.
landscaping
fishing
Accomplishments
recognition was given in the annual awards for my work on the landscaping of a multi million dollar business in Innisfail.