GEOFF OBRIEN
Terang,VIC
Summary
Results-driven Operations Supervisor with expertise in team supervision, quality control, and workflow optimization. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving and strong communication skills. Professional with significant expertise in team leadership and operational management. Proven track record in driving team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Skilled in conflict resolution, process optimization, and strategic planning, with flexible approach to evolving business needs. Known for reliability, strong communication, and fostering productive work environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
46
46
years of post-secondary education
Work History
OPPERATIONS SUPPERVISOR
MCCOLLS OPPERATIONS
DENNINGTON, VIC
09.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily operations to ensure team efficiency and compliance with company standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules to optimize workflow and meet operational demands effectively.
- Ensured adherence to health and safety regulations across all operational activities consistently.
- Directed and supervised team of 30 employees in daily operations.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
- Implemented quality control measures, significantly reducing error rates.
- Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
MILLER / OPPERATIONS MANAGER
REIDS STOCKFEEDS
COBDEN / CAMPERDOWN, VIC
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Operated milling equipment to produce high-quality animal feeds.
- Monitored inventory levels and adjusted production schedules accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with safety and hygiene standards in the workspace.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes.
- Documented production logs and inventory reports accurately.
- Inspected finished products for quality control purposes.
- Reviewed rolling orders and mill schedules to determine setup specifications, work sequences, product dimensions and installation procedures.
- Inspected cleaning houses to verify foreign material removal from wheat prior to milling.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing all tasks.
- Managed daily operations of animal feed production and distribution processes.
- Developed schedules for production and delivery to meet customer demands.
Farm Manager
CASACCIOS EGG FARM TERANG
TERANG, VIC
07.2014 - 04.2021
- Oversaw daily farm operations ensuring efficient egg production processes.
- Managed team of workers, assigning tasks and ensuring productivity.
- Implemented biosecurity measures to maintain flock health and safety.
- Scheduled and coordinated feed deliveries for optimal nutrition management.
- Monitored equipment performance and arranged maintenance as needed.
- Conducted regular health assessments on livestock to ensure wellbeing.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Inspected equipment and facilities to recommend service or repairs.
- Coordinated the maintenance of farm equipment, machinery, buildings, fences, and other infrastructure.
- Established safety procedures and took action to minimize safety incidents on farm.
- Delegated tasks to seasonal workers and supervised completion of duties and responsibilities.
- Managed employees and subcontractors to meet or exceed cost, yield and quality goals.
- Applied knowledge of animal husbandry to meet livestock needs and minimize disease risk.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
- Collaborated with local agricultural organizations to stay informed on best practices in farming techniques.
- Hired seasonal workers and provided training on safety protocols and use of equipment.
- Conducted tours of farm and facilities to provide information and promote public relations
- Established quality control procedures for grading produce according to industry standards.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations regarding food safety standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
No Degree - DAIRY FARMING APPRENTICESHIP
02.1981 - 11.2026
Skills
- Team supervision
- Quality control
- Workflow optimization
- Compliance management
- Equipment maintenance
- Operational efficiency
- Customer relationship management
- Problem solving
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Safety protocols
Education and Training
other
Timeline
OPPERATIONS SUPPERVISOR - MCCOLLS OPPERATIONS
09.2023 - Current
MILLER / OPPERATIONS MANAGER - REIDS STOCKFEEDS
04.2022 - 08.2023
Farm Manager - CASACCIOS EGG FARM TERANG
07.2014 - 04.2021
TAFE - No Degree, DAIRY FARMING APPRENTICESHIP
02.1981 - 11.2026
BARHAM HIGH - High School Diploma,
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Certification
- COMPLETTED units
- FDFFS3001A monitor the implementation of quality and food safety programs
- FDFFS4001A supervise and maintain a food safety plan
these competencies form part of
FDF30111 CERTIFICATE 111 IN FOOD PROCESSING
UNITS
* FDFFS1001A Follow work procedures to maintain food safety
* FDFFS2001A Implement the food safety program and procedures
these competencies were attained in completion of course
FDFSS00007- FOOD SAFETY