James Lawlis
SYDNEY
Summary
Hands-on expert in warehousing and logistics with a strong focus on efficiency and quality control. Skilled in machine operation, packaging, and product inspection, ensuring high standards are consistently met. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team while pursuing ongoing professional growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Process Worker
The kitchenary
Arundel park
10.2025 - 03.2026
- Packaged finished products for distribution to retailers to ensure timely delivery.
- Followed health and safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
- Stacked processed goods onto pallets for efficient transport to warehouse or customer locations.
- Inspected food products for quality assurance purposes.
- Assisted in assembly of specialized machines to support various stages of food production.
Machine Operator
Ayva Packaging
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Operated machinery to maintain seamless production flow
- Conducted quality control checks to uphold product standards
- Packed customer orders efficiently, ensuring accuracy in fulfillment
- Securely wrapping pallets for dispatch
Production Line Worker
Australian Aluminium Finishing
03.2020 - 11.2023
- Operated machinery for aluminium finishing processes, ensuring high-quality output.
- Inspected products for quality assurance and compliance standards.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and minimize downtime.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment.
- Managed inventory of materials and supplies, supporting uninterrupted production flow.
- Boxed, labeled, and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
Machine Operator / Team Leader
Programmed Timber Supplies
02.2016 - 12.2020
- Operated machinery for cutting and shaping timber products efficiently.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during all production processes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded materials in preparation for production runs.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Assisted in training new operators on machinery usage and safety practices, fostering a safer work environment.
- Documented production activities and reported issues to supervisors promptly.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
Traffic Control
AAA / Altus Traffic Control
10.2010 - 11.2015
- Set up traffic control measures around job sites in order to ensure public safety during operations.
- Managed traffic control during road construction projects involving utility line installation or maintenance activities.
Customer Service
Celebrations Kingswood Park
07.2008 - 09.2010
- Managed customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly.
- Coordinated schedules to ensure adequate staffing during peak hours.
- Monitored customer interactions to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Delivered fast, friendly, and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
- Assisted staff with resolving complex customer issues and implementing targeted solutions.
- Established positive rapport with customers, managers and customer service team members to maintain positive and successful work environment.
Education
High School Graduate -
Skills
- Quick learner
- Wrapping
- Pallet Jack Usage
- Stock Control
- Loading & Unloading
- Machine Operations
- Strapping & Stacking
- Pick & Pack
- Packaging techniques
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Safety compliance
- Product inspection
- Workplace safety
- Background in food processing
- Labeling accuracy
- Cleaning skills
- Product handling
References
- Mohammed Tefaili, Programmed Timber Supplies, Shift Supervisor, +61 434 589 663
- David Bruce, Celebrations Kingswood Park, Owner/ Manager, +61 472 253 555
- Kathy, Ayva Packaging, Shift Manager, +61 499 937 943
Timeline
Food Process Worker
The kitchenary
10.2025 - 03.2026
Machine Operator
Ayva Packaging
01.2024 - 05.2025
Production Line Worker
Australian Aluminium Finishing
03.2020 - 11.2023
Machine Operator / Team Leader
Programmed Timber Supplies
02.2016 - 12.2020
Traffic Control
AAA / Altus Traffic Control
10.2010 - 11.2015
Customer Service
Celebrations Kingswood Park
07.2008 - 09.2010