Davina Boreham
Melton South,Australia
Summary
Dynamic Process Technician with a proven track record at ColesMilkco. My strong problem-solving skills and commitment to continuous improvement ensure high production standards and minimal downtime. My focus on safety, quality, and accuracy has opened various opportunities for me; I am currently looking for my next challenge.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Technician
COLESMILKCO
Laverton North, VIC
03.2018 - Current
- Operated and maintained production equipment for efficient processing
- Monitored quality control measures to ensure product consistency
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime
- Documented production data for compliance and reporting purposes
- Trained new employees on safe work practices within the plant environment as well as machine operation techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitored and adjusted production processes to meet quality standards.
- Participated in safety audits and implemented corrective actions as needed.
Line Leader and Step Up Team Leader
WOOLWORTHS MEAT COMPANY
Truganina
10.2015 - 03.2018
- Oversee daily production and inventory of 5 Slice Lines
- Achieve high daily production targets and requirements, whilst maintaining world class cold-chain practices
- Maintain, document and regularly review Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Work with Line Leaders to ensure all staff are working safely, efficiently and effectively, whilst adhering to company policies and guidelines
- Supervise quality of output, condition and operation of machinery, and minimization of wastage (time/rework).
- Identified root causes for lost time, and implemented changes to improve staff safety, presentation of output, minimize wastage and downtime
- Regularly hold staff meetings to discuss issues/suggested improvements regarding safety, roster patterns, training and development opportunities so that I have a diverse line and line leaders like myself
- Supervised daily operations of meat production lines for efficient workflow.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on safe handling and processing techniques.
- Coordinated with quality control to ensure product standards met company guidelines.
Production Line Leader/Cool Store Leader
AUSTRALIA SPECIALTY FOODS P/L (MEAT DC)
Melton
08.2013 - 09.2015
- Managed a team of 5 x staff stacking product onto pallets to be QA checked, approved, scanned, wrapped, and put into high-rise ready for outwards goods, as well as forklift driver using an RF scanner
- Few's picker/packer assembly line of raw meats supplied to a major Australian Supermarket
- Managed a fast pace packing line from linkers to packers
- Ensured correct application of product names, labels, film, tare weight, kgs, BBD and UBD. Ongoing checks involved weight, length of sausages to ensure they meet customer specification and internal specs.
- Insured QA checks are completed, and Metal detectors are functional
Pool Installer
COMPASS POOLS
VIC
10.2010 - 01.2014
- Project Management, and supervision of adherence to OH&S guidelines and administration.
- Client facing role providing consultation regarding swimming pool installations
Machine Operator/Store Person
FONTERRA DAIRY COMPANY
NZ
08.2002 - 01.2010
- Operated a multimillion dollar drying plant and adhered to strict OH&S requirements
- Process cleaning plant equipment and machinery
- Packing/Stacking of up to 25kg of product
- Forklift operator
Education
Mangakino, NZ -
Mangakino Area School
Mangakino, NZ01.1994
cert III - warehousing
TL121610
cert II - warehousing
TL131610
Forklift License -
Work safe Vic
Construction Induction (white card) -
Prime training with work safe Vic
Following work place Hygiene Procedures -
SITXOHS00A
RSA course -
SITHFAB009A
Skills
- Quality control
- Safety compliance
- Training development
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Continuous improvement
- Standard operation procedures
- Operational efficiency
- Team Training
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Strong work ethic
- GMP implementation
- Equipment troubleshooting
Hobbies and Interests
- Mother of 3 boys aged 12,13,20 whom I love hanging out with
- Love family time along with sport, Rugby league, Netball, Rugby Union, AFL
References
Available upon request
Courses Completed
Mangakino Area School, NZ, 1982 - 1994
Timeline
Process Technician
COLESMILKCO
03.2018 - Current
Line Leader and Step Up Team Leader
WOOLWORTHS MEAT COMPANY
10.2015 - 03.2018
Production Line Leader/Cool Store Leader
AUSTRALIA SPECIALTY FOODS P/L (MEAT DC)
08.2013 - 09.2015
Pool Installer
COMPASS POOLS
10.2010 - 01.2014
Machine Operator/Store Person
FONTERRA DAIRY COMPANY
08.2002 - 01.2010
Mangakino, NZ -
Mangakino Area School
cert III - warehousing
TL121610
cert II - warehousing
TL131610
Forklift License -
Work safe Vic
Construction Induction (white card) -
Prime training with work safe Vic
Following work place Hygiene Procedures -
SITXOHS00A
RSA course -
SITHFAB009A