Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Certification
Timeline
Generic

JOSHUA TURNER

Benalla,Victoria

Summary

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Experienced Laborer with background working in multiple work settings. Skillfully build temporary structures, mix preparations and cut materials to meet job requirements. Good communication and problem-solving abilities. Always looking at upskilling to become a better worker.

Results-driven Production Foreman known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in workflow optimization, quality control, and team leadership. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations and project success.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Foreman

Necter Joinery / Millwood Construction
Wangaratta, VIC
04.2023 - Current
  • Supervised, trained and evaluated production staff in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Directed and coordinated the activities of production workers to ensure efficient operation of the plant.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, overtime and other time-related information.
  • Developed production schedules and ensured that deadlines were met.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews and appraisals with employees under his supervision.
  • Assisted in developing methods for improving productivity while maintaining quality standards.
  • Performed maintenance checks on all machines used in the production process.
  • Resolved operational problems encountered during shift operations.
  • Identified areas for improvement in processes and equipment utilization.
  • Supervised production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery.
  • Oversaw production budget and approved expenditures to direct spending.
  • Reduced process lags by managing employees and training on best practices to ensure optimal productivity.
  • Liaised between senior plant management and line-level supervision to maintain open communications.
  • Applied lean strategies to implement operational enhancements, promote efficiency and cut costs.
  • Developed and administered budgets for inventory, labor hours and overhead expenses.
  • Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime.
  • Assessed production schedules and orders to plan material requirements and worker activities.

Yard Co-Ordinator

ModCast PTY LTD
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Drive 16Ton Forklift & Crane, Manage Yard and Organise Yard, Load And Unloaded Trucks, Stripping Of Concrete Segments Out Of Moulds, Manage Production Team, Dogging Loads, 2nd in Charge of production crew

Steel Fixer/Concreter

Castleross Construction
, Vic
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Read and interpret blueprints to determine the type, size, and amount of steel needed for a project.
  • Fabricate and assemble structural steel components such as columns, beams, girders, trusses, stairs, lintels, metal decking and reinforcing bars.
  • Cut steel pieces to specified dimensions using oxy-acetylene torches or powered saws.
  • Erect formwork for reinforced concrete structures such as foundations, walls and columns.
  • Clean up debris from worksite upon completion of job duties.
  • Strand Stressing ( Bridge Plank)

  • Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
  • Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.
  • Studied blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout of work.
  • Operated cranes appropriately to hoist metal components into required areas.

Joiner/Cabinet Maker

Bells Joinery
Benalla, Victoria
  • Finished cabinets by sanding, staining and installing, Measured cabinet spaces and designed detailed layouts, Chose materials for custom cabinets fitting design and client wishes, Promoted and complied with company policies and OSHA satety requirements, Operaled sariders and laminating machines lo adhere wood laminate to surfaces, Interpreted work instructions and diagrams to set up and execute assigned projects, Fit cabinets and countertops within installation space with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail, Mastered panel saw, clamps and drilling and dowel machinery and applied skills toward producing high-quality work for every customer

Sale:person/Machine Operator

Bowens Shepparton
Shepparton, Victoria
  • Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives, Lubricated parts and performed minor maintenance to improve machine function, Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date, Read and understood orders to product specifications and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences and prevent materials waste, Operated forklift to assist with order picking, Communicated information to customers about product quality, value, Processed payments by accepting cash, checks and credit card payments, Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss, Operated forklifts to load and unload vehicles

Sawmill Worker

McNulty Sawmill
Benalla, Victoria
  • Verified dimensions of finished workpieces, using measuring devices, Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency, Selected and installed saw blades according to established safety measures, Trimmed Timber to straighten rough edges or remove defects, Adhered to safety guidelines regarding equipment operation to reduce accident risk, Reviewed production specifications to properly set up and calibrate machinery, Lubricated and clean machines with grease guns or solvents

Wood Machinist

Whitland Sawmill / Merriwa Industries
Wangaratta
  • Measured materials and cut to specification, Operated, maintained and repaired diverse range of equipment including routers, saws and sanders, Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions, Tended machines during operation to monitor progress and adjust controls, maintaining optimal speeds and tension, Used hand tools to adjust bolts, clamps, stops and guides, Trimmed lumber to straighten rough edges or remove defects, Lubricated and clean machines with grease guns or solvents, Reviewed production specifications to properly set up and calibrate machinery, Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services

Dairy Farm Hand

Hourigan Dairy
Milawa, Victoria
  • Adhered to department standards to promote safety and milk quality, Washed and cleaned cattle udders, milk parlors and tanks, Built, maintained and repaired livestock fences, Mustered and drove livestock to milking sheds, Patrolled, inspected and reported animal health and reported suspicious or unusual behavior, Assisted with feeding, tagging and treating calves, Provided aid during breeding sessions to maximize effectiveness, Milked over 300 cows and investigating machine issues and hand-milking when necessary, Driver tractors for plowing of paddocks and reseeding operator feedout cart to ensure cows have enough food

Education

C6 Slewing Crane Licence -

01.2022

Dogging Licence -

01.2022

Apprentice Wood Machinist -

Timber Training Creswick
Creswick
06.2013

Forklift Licence Victoria -

01.2009

Year 10 High School -

Beechworth Secondary College
Beechworth
11.2004

Skills

  • Safety Measures
  • Prefabricated Steel Unloading
  • Blowtorches and Equipment
  • Measuring Skills
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Computer Skills
  • Erection Drawing Assessments
  • Job Site Preparation
  • Team Management
  • Fabrications Experience
  • Housekeeping Skills
  • Flexible Schedule
  • PPE Use
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Plan Reading
  • Customer Service
  • Quality Control
  • Production Planning
  • Workplace Safety
  • Scheduling Coordination
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Quality Assurance
  • Reliability
  • KPI Tracking
  • Problem-Solving
  • Documentation abilities
  • Workflow Management
  • Goal Setting
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Blueprint interpretation expertise
  • Infrastructure Management
  • Multitasking
  • Professionalism
  • Production Order Review
  • Production Schedule Review
  • Production and processing
  • Technical knowledge

References

  • Nathan:- Personal Reference:- Castleross Construction, 0402192976
  • Ben :- Millwood Construction :- 0423510740

Certification

  • White Card Reg # 0005620821 01
  • Working with Children Card # 2312423A-01 exp 10-11-2026
  • HRWL # 0150224842 04 exp 30-05-2027 LF DG C6

Timeline

Production Foreman

Necter Joinery / Millwood Construction
04.2023 - Current

Yard Co-Ordinator

ModCast PTY LTD
10.2022 - 04.2023

Steel Fixer/Concreter

Castleross Construction
01.2022 - 10.2022

Joiner/Cabinet Maker

Bells Joinery

Sale:person/Machine Operator

Bowens Shepparton

Sawmill Worker

McNulty Sawmill

Wood Machinist

Whitland Sawmill / Merriwa Industries

Dairy Farm Hand

Hourigan Dairy

C6 Slewing Crane Licence -

Dogging Licence -

Apprentice Wood Machinist -

Timber Training Creswick

Forklift Licence Victoria -

Year 10 High School -

Beechworth Secondary College

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
JOSHUA TURNER