Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Education & Training
Certification
Timeline
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Craig Ratsch

Brahma Lodge,Australia

Summary

I am looking for Full time employment but am prepared to take part time or casual, in a position where I am able to interact with others in constructive manner, such as in community services, sales or food handling. I am flexible with the hours I am able to work, daytime, evenings and on weekends and am willing to undertake any tasks or training required. I am fit and healthy and don’t mind getting my hands dirty and doing physical work. I enjoy meeting new people, being a fast learner, hard worker and take a great deal of pride in presenting myself in a professional yet friendly & approachable manner.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Factory Production Worker

SAFCOL
Elizabeth , South Australia
02.2015 - 05.2024
  • Operated retort machinery to process and clean soup cans for production continuity.
  • Managed labeling, packing, and stacking of products for efficient dispatch or storage.
  • Prepared food by weighing ingredients and maintaining cleanliness of work areas.
  • Led operations in retort area to ensure optimal efficiency and output.
  • Executed cooking processes on spouted pouch line, measuring and preparing food batches.
  • Drove forklift daily to facilitate workflow and transport materials.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve production targets for each shift.

Factory Production Worker

Laser 3D
Gillman , South Australia
03.2014 - 09.2014
  • Operated Trumpf 5030 5kw laser for precision metal cutting per customer specifications.

Trained on Trumpf 5030 6kw laser to enhance production capabilities.

  • Set up and adjusted machinery for optimal production outcomes.
  • Sorted and packaged products efficiently for processing and shipment.
  • Maintained organized work areas to ensure safety and efficiency.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials from machines and conveyors to streamline operations.
  • Conducted daily maintenance on assembly machines to ensure reliability.

Production Worker

Applied Research of Australia Ltd.
Edinburgh , South Australia
02.2013 - 01.2014
  • Company Overview: AROA is a locally based company which manufactures fibre reinforced polymer products, mainly for the mining industry.
  • I have been employed as a casual staff member but worked fulltime hours on their permanent night shift as a production line press operator. Working with the presses, ovens and moulding machines to make drill bits, bolts etc.
  • Over the Christmas break, AROA unfortunately has had a down turn in business and therefore has advised its casual staff to seek other employment. Please find attached a reference from them, or contact the Production Supervisor (number supplied below).
  • AROA is locally based company which manufactures fibre reinforced polymer products, mainly for the mining industry.

Food Process Worker

Australia’s Pizza House
Salisbury, South Australia
10.2010 - 09.2012
  • Executed food preparation, cooking, and cleaning tasks efficiently during part-time weekend and evening shifts.
  • Provided exceptional customer service while handling monetary transactions and maintaining accurate records.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to enhance overall workflow and customer satisfaction.
  • Adapted to business changes after ownership transition, ultimately leading to a job search due to reduced hours.

Education

High School Diploma -

Salisbury East High School
Salisbury, SA
12.2012

Skills

  • Machinery operation skills
  • Forklift operation expertise
  • Food safety standards
  • Production optimization
  • Labeling and packaging efficiency
  • Quality control measures
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving abilities

References

  • Tyson, Barnett, Production Supervisor, 0404 124 767, Applied Research of Australia
  • Carl, Ashby, Production Supervisor, 0411 725 630, Safcol
  • Dean , Production manager at Safcol 0414 653 828

Education & Training

  • South Australian Certificate of Education - Craig Robert Leslie Ratsch has fulfilled the requirements of the South Australian Certificate of Education
  • SACE Registration No. 959737W
  • Date Issued: December 2012

Certification

Forklift Licence current till 10/04/2028 , licence number 668616

Current Drivers license and mod of transport , Licence number GX8533

Timeline

Factory Production Worker

SAFCOL
02.2015 - 05.2024

Factory Production Worker

Laser 3D
03.2014 - 09.2014

Production Worker

Applied Research of Australia Ltd.
02.2013 - 01.2014

Food Process Worker

Australia’s Pizza House
10.2010 - 09.2012

High School Diploma -

Salisbury East High School
Craig Ratsch