Proven leader in logistics and manufacturing, notably with Ecolab, where I streamlined inventory management and elevated production efficiency by over 90%. Expert in forklift operation and adept at fostering team collaboration, I excel in optimizing operational workflows and safety, significantly reducing costs and enhancing employee productivity. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Outgoing individual with well-honed organizational, labor and teamwork skills. Enthusiastic and team-driven with years of experience working in busy environments.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Freight Handler
Qantas Ground Services
09.2018 - Current
Logistical breakdown of imported freight from aircraft to local distribution houses.
Receiving, preparing and loading freight for export.
Working with customs and biosecurity agents.
Working with all types of freight from dangerous goods, live animals, to perishable produce.
Providing customer service to a broad range of clients.
Manual handling skills and working from heights.
Loading and unloading of aircraft with JCPL machinery to meet departure times.
Collaborated closely with team members to complete tasks quickly and efficiently, boosting overall productivity.
Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
Utilized proper lifting techniques to facilitate safe and efficient handling of freight.
Manufacturing Production Supervisor/Chemical Operator
Formerly Nalco Australia /Ecolab
09.1988 - 03.2016
Oversee and manage safe work practices of manufacturing plant
Ensure all work practices are compliant to industry and government standards
Meet production schedule deadlines daily
Manage staff and rostering to meet all deadlines
Problem solving in daily operations of plant manufacturing
Managed Spill cleaning and effluent treatment discharge
Steam cleaning and pressure washing of various sized tanks up to 20,000 L
Performed a national audit on all internal and external tank fleets (up to 9000 units) and successfully updated ‘real’ data, which resulted in the reduction of costs and recycling of equipment.
Designed and implemented new inventory management and warehouse storage processes and procedures, which ensured all stock movement was accurately captured in SAP.
Manage weekly production schedule with consistent results above 90% and successfully managed volumes 1 million tons per month.
Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work environment, recognizing exceptional performance, and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
Ensured product quality by closely monitoring production processes, conducting regular inspections, and addressing any issues promptly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Matraville Sports High School
Chifley, NSW
12.1980
Skills
Heavy Lifting
Truck loading and unloading
Pallet Jack Operation
Loading and unloading
Warehouse Safety
Handheld Scanners
Package labelling
Equipment Operation
Stacking and Staging
Shipment Inspection
Forklift Operator Certification
Relationship Building
Protective Equipment Use
Timeline
Freight Handler
Qantas Ground Services
09.2018 - Current
Manufacturing Production Supervisor/Chemical Operator
Formerly Nalco Australia /Ecolab
09.1988 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Matraville Sports High School
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