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David Solomon

Girgarre East,VIC

Summary

Skilled in team development and equipment operation, I enhanced safety and efficiency at Lactalis International, fostering a skilled workforce and maintaining compliance with safety protocols. My innovative approach and maintenance understanding significantly contributed to achieving stringent quality standards, showcasing my ability to lead and innovate in challenging environments.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Site Manager

Sanikleen Group
02.2024 - Current

Organise and work within a 3 person team to clean and sanitise a meat processing plant to required standards.

Ensure safety equipment is maintained and readily available.

Coordinate with processing plant management daily cleaning requirements.

  • Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
  • Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
  • Assumed responsibility for personnel deployed to work site.
  • Oversaw all daily office operations and equipment maintenance.
  • Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices.
  • Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
  • Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.

Filler Operator Yoghurt

Lactalis International
07.2020 - 09.2023
  • Aided in employee training initiatives by sharing knowledge of filler equipment operations with new hires, fostering a skilled workforce.
  • Established positive working relationships with colleagues across various departments, fostering effective communication channels that supported efficient workflow processes.
  • Maintained accurate records of production metrics, such as fill weights, line speeds, and container counts for data analysis purposes.
  • Actively participated in regular safety meetings, contributing to the development of a safe and healthy work environment for all team members.
  • Ensured strict adherence to food safety regulations through frequent sanitation procedures on all filler equipment and surrounding areas.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Stocked and sorted packaging and replenished supplies to achieve consistent productivity levels.

Filler Process Operator Yoghurt

Lactalis International
04.2015 - 07.2020
  • Ensured a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and participating in regular hazard assessments.
  • Maintained compliance with industry regulations and company policies during all stages of the filling process.
  • Removed samples for testing by quality assurance personnel.
  • Optimized filler machine performance with regular inspections, adjustments, and preventive maintenance tasks.
  • Enhanced product quality by adhering to strict sanitation guidelines and maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Operated Tetra Pak aseptic fillers for a range of different products.
  • Operator for ESL and UHT processing plant dealing with heat treatment, homogenisation and sterilisation of milk and flavoured milk products.

UHT Process Operator

Pauls Milk
01.1996 - 07.2015
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety guidelines and reporting potential hazards.
  • Utilized computer systems effectively to monitor processes and input critical data accurately and efficiently.
  • Maintained accurate records of production data, facilitating informed decision-making for management.
  • Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
  • Operated various types of machinery proficiently, adapting quickly to changing production requirements.
  • Reported to shift supervisor on production status, problems and deviations.

Cheese Maker

Puhoi Valley
02.1993 - 02.1996
  • Conducted routine inspections of equipment, scheduling timely maintenance to prevent downtime.
  • Worked closely with quality assurance teams to ensure all products met or exceeded quality standards.
  • Maintained detailed records of daily production activities, ensuring traceability for compliance purposes.
  • Manufactured speciality cheese using a ultra filtration process.
  • Organised staff scheduling.
  • Operated the process to ensure daily production requires were achieved.

Cheese Factory Operator

Tui Dairy Company
02.1980 - 02.1993
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and wearing appropriate protective gear.
  • Handled raw materials responsibly, minimizing waste through proper storage techniques and usage habits.
  • Successfully transitioned between different roles within the factory as needed, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility in meeting operational requirements.
  • Assisted in training new employees, sharing best practices for operating machinery and maintaining safety standards.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors and colleagues to address concerns and share updates on progress towards production goals.
  • Performed routine inspections on machinery, addressing potential issues before they escalated into larger problems.
  • Completed daily reports accurately detailing production data, including output figures, machine performance metrics, and any observed issues or concerns.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Operated fillers and packaging line equipment.
  • Operated specialist equipment.
  • Operator on separator and pasteurisation equipment.
  • Carried out quality checks and laboratory tests to ensure product met required standards.

Education

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Skills

  • Team Development
  • Safety awareness
  • Innovation Skills
  • Maintenance understanding
  • Workplace Safety
  • Quality Assurance
  • Team member support
  • SOP interpretation

Timeline

Site Manager

Sanikleen Group
02.2024 - Current

Filler Operator Yoghurt

Lactalis International
07.2020 - 09.2023

Filler Process Operator Yoghurt

Lactalis International
04.2015 - 07.2020

UHT Process Operator

Pauls Milk
01.1996 - 07.2015

Cheese Maker

Puhoi Valley
02.1993 - 02.1996

Cheese Factory Operator

Tui Dairy Company
02.1980 - 02.1993

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David Solomon