Dynamic and dedicated Fruit Expert with extensive experience at Harbour Town discount fruit barn, excelling in produce inspection and customer service. Proven ability to enhance inventory management and ensure compliance with food safety regulations. Adept at operating forklifts and thriving in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering exceptional results and customer satisfaction.
Fast learner & hard working with everything i do
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fruit Expert
The Fruit Depot
Upper Coomera, QLD
02.2025 - 06.2025
Inspected produce for quality, freshness and ripeness before stocking shelves.
Advised customers on the best types of fruit to meet their needs.
Stocked shelves with newly arrived shipments of seasonal fruits and vegetables.
Assisted customers in selecting the freshest fruit available at the store.
Ensured compliance with food safety regulations when storing, preparing, and serving fruits.
Operated food scale to determine weight of individual items being graded.
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Store Team Member
Spotlight
Ashmore, QLD
11.2023 - 02.2025
Inspected all incoming loads for accuracy against shipping documents.
Palletized products for shipment using wrapping and strapping equipment.
Operated machinery including balers and compactors used in compressing cardboard boxes for storage purposes.
Responsible for maintaining a clean work environment free from clutter throughout shift duration.
Unloaded freight from trucks, containers, and railcars with the use of a forklift or pallet jack.
Ensured proper storage of materials by stacking them neatly in designated areas according to size, weight, or other specifications.
Moved freight from one area of the warehouse to another using hand-trucks or carts when necessary.
Organized stock in warehouse shelves to ensure efficient product location.
Reported any damaged goods to supervisor immediately upon unloading.
Operated forklifts, lift gates and pallet jacks with focus on safety and efficiency.
Production Worker
VDS manufacturing
Arundel, QLD
10.2022 - 06.2023
Ensured proper labeling of completed products before shipping out.
Adhered strictly to established guidelines and procedures while performing duties.
Assisted in setting up production lines for manufacturing processes.
Cleaned up work area at end of shift to maintain safe working environment.
Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
Installer
Rely Pacific Laundry Equipment
West Burleigh, QLD
06.2022 - 09.2022
Adjusted, connected, or disconnected wiring, piping and tubing to complete repairs and installations.
Utilized a variety of hand and power tools to cut, shape, and fit materials for installation.
Installed various types of flooring, ensuring precise alignment and securing materials properly.
Maintained inventory of supplies, materials and tools to complete work on job sites.
Followed blueprints, diagrams, and installation instructions accurately to complete tasks efficiently.
Dockworker/Fruit Expert
Discount Fruit Barn
Harbour Town, Helensvale, Waterford, QLD
03.2010 - 05.2022
Assisted with unloading heavy freight by hand when necessary.
Prepared outgoing shipments by sealing packages securely before loading onto trucks.
Received incoming shipments and compared the contents to invoices or orders.
Organized warehouse shelves according to product codes for easy retrieval.
Communicated with supervisors and coworkers regarding any changes in work assignments or schedules.
Provided assistance to other departments within the facility as needed.
Stacked cargo in designated areas according to size, type, style, color, or product code.
Operated material handling equipment such as pallet jacks or hand trucks safely and efficiently.
Transferred materials between loading docks, warehouses, storage yards, and vehicles.
Loaded and unloaded containers from ships and trucks using a forklift.
Palletized boxes to increase movement and shipment efficiency.
Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
Monitored inventory levels of all fruits in stock.
Advised customers on the best types of fruit to meet their needs.
Inspected produce for quality, freshness and ripeness before stocking shelves.
Provided additional support during peak periods such as holidays or special events.
Provided training to new staff members on proper handling and storage techniques for various types of fruits.
Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
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forklift driver
Fruit Expert
Robina Fresh fruit & veg
Robina, QLD
03.2009 - 03.2010
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Inspected produce for quality, freshness and ripeness before stocking shelves.
Provided additional support during peak periods such as holidays or special events.
Advised customers on the best types of fruit to meet their needs.
Resolved any customer complaints related to fruit purchases or services provided.
stack cold room
Laborer
roofworx
Gold Coast, QLD
09.2007 - 03.2009
install battons
nail off
load tiles on conveyer belt
run tiles across roof
mix mud
pointing
Laborer
mick's brick's
Gold Coast, QLD
02.2007 - 08.2007
mix concrete
set up bricks for laying
cut bricks to size
use saw & jackhammer
Fruit Expert
Nerang fruit & veg
Nerang, QLD
07.2002 - 01.2007
Inspected produce for quality, freshness and ripeness before stocking shelves.
Advised customers on the best types of fruit to meet their needs.
sort cool room
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Fruit Expert
Freshworld
Penrith, Burwood, NSW
03.2000 - 11.2001
Inspected produce for quality, freshness and ripeness before stocking shelves.
Vice Presidend of Operation at Rainier Fruit Company / Rainier Fruit LogisticsVice Presidend of Operation at Rainier Fruit Company / Rainier Fruit Logistics