Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Vaccination Status
Accomplishments
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Kerry Lawson

Kings Park,NSW

Summary

Experienced warehouse pick/packer with wide-ranging experience in picking, packing, shipping, and receiving operations, as well as operating equipment, organizing supplies, and packing a high output of orders in busy warehouse environments. Unafraid of hard work, hot or cold conditions, or heavy lifting. Strengths include ability to work independently or as part of a team, ensure accuracy in order fulfillment, and maintain organization within fast-paced warehouse environments. Proven track record of improving efficiency by optimizing packing processes and maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Packer/Administrative Assistant

Resmed
Northmead, NSW
05.2023 - 06.2024
  • Monitored stock levels in assigned areas of the warehouse to ensure adequate supply availability.
  • Reported any damages or discrepancies observed during operations to supervisor.
  • Inspected finished product packaging for quality assurance before sending out orders.
  • Maintained cleanliness of warehouse by sweeping floors, removing debris and dusting shelves.
  • Addressed customer queries on order status through email, maintaining efficient and clear correspondence.
  • Picked and organized packed orders to ensure efficient distribution and delivery.
  • Maintained stock levels and ordered cleaning supplies to support warehouse efficiency.
  • Executed precise order printing using multiple digital sources, maintaining optimal workflow for the packing team.
  • Demonstrated commitment by working overtime and weekends, ensuring continuous support for warehouse and administrative functions.

Warehouse Assistant

KOK
Rydalmere, NSW
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Staff Australia 1300 662 511 (employer)
  • Managed efficient order fulfillment utilizing both paper receipts and RF scanning
  • Performed stock takes and replenished inventory to ensure continuous operational efficiency.
  • Maintained cleanliness across all warehouse areas, including workspaces, offices, kitchen, and bathrooms.
  • Counted order items accurately using both manual counting and scales for bulk quantities.
  • Operated manual and walk-behind high reach pallet jacks to efficiently transport goods within the warehouse.
  • Managed the unloading of incoming shipments from couriers to semi loads, ensuring smooth warehouse operations.
  • Initiated improvements in daily operations on slower days, enhancing task efficiency and workflow.
  • Supported office administration by handling customer inquiries and efficiently managing order creation for warehouse picking.

Pick/Hand Packer

Burson
Hemmant, QLD
05.2022 - 10.2022
  • Company Overview: Mitchell 5462 0484 (manager)
  • Delivered stock inventory updates to shipping and receiving staff, supporting seamless workflow processes
  • Met KPI standards through effective packing of auto parts, handling diverse weights and orders
  • Performed cycle counts to ensure consistent product stock levels
  • Operated pallet jack to efficiently relocate stock within the warehouse
  • Trained new employees on warehouse procedures, operational standards, and packing expectations to ensure consistency and efficiency
  • Attached correct labels to packages, facilitating seamless inventory dispatch
  • Adapted to both solo and team environments to support seamless warehouse functions
  • Followed product safety and hygiene protocols to uphold industry standards and ensure safe handling of goods
  • Reported product discrepancies and equipment malfunctions to team leader
  • Executed routine cleaning tasks to ensure a tidy and hazard-free warehouse space
  • Ensured timely completion of tasks while maintaining high standards

Farm Hand

Aldeinz PTY LTD
Gatton, QLD
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Company Overview: Quinton, 0439 998 572 (owner/manager).
  • I watered the plants during the growing seasons and closely monitored the crops for growth progress or issues.
  • Tended to crops such as fruit trees, vegetable plants, and herbs.
  • Removed debris or any foreign matter for preparation for planting.
  • Planted ground crops between rows of trees and bushes to control weeds and soil temperatures.
  • Picked and packed produce, consisting of cucumbers, tomatoes, eggplants, and a variety of herbs, was weighed, labeled, and stacked on pallets for delivery.
  • Rotated between farms and shifts to ensure product quality and timely dispatch.

Nursery Hand

Pohlmans Nursery Nursery
Adare, QLD
01.2021 - 09.2021
  • Company Overview: Kim 0458 244 121 (manager)
  • Picked and packed flowers from within the greenhouses to complete orders
  • Packed orders in a timely manner to maintain high KPI standards
  • Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees and grass
  • Rearranged planting beds and flower gardens seasonally
  • Identified plant diseases and researched methods for migration
  • Unloaded plants and nursery items from delivery trucks as well as loaded stacked pallets and trolleys onto delivery trucks
  • Printed labels, packaged boxes and loaded into inbound containers
  • Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals
  • Communicated with coworkers and management to report challenges
  • Oversaw the entire production cycle, ensuring exceptional product quality from seedlings to final packaging.

Meat Factory Hand

Tyson
Coominya, QLD
11.2016 - 11.2020
  • Company Overview: Terry 54265723 (manager/employer).
  • Achieved higher-than-requested goals by efficiently packing finished products.
  • Maintained seamless production line operations by adeptly handling various machinery and expanding technical expertise.
  • Trained new employees in pick packing and machinery operation to ensure efficient workflow.
  • Performed duties in temperatures as low as -10°C, demonstrating resilience, and commitment to maintaining workflow.
  • Ensured high visual standards for finished meat products, enhancing overall product presentation, and presenting unsatisfactory products to quality control.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on factory machinery and equipment to ensure optimal functionality and prevent malfunctions.
  • Handled the loading and unloading of items from conveyor systems and production equipment.
  • Reviewed product specifications to verify accurate weights and measurements prior to mixing ingredients.
  • Assisted in quality control processes to detect and manage product contaminations effectively.

Cook/waitress

The hide-out takeaway
Lowood, QLD
06.2016 - 10.2016
  • Company Overview: The shop has since permanently closed down.
  • Worked well with front-of-house staff to consistently meet customers’ expectations.
  • Checked equipment regularly for proper operation, and notified management of problems.
  • Cooked food products follow established instructions for the preparation of particular menu items.
  • Clean surfaces regularly to prevent the spread of illness or cross-contamination between raw and cooked products.
  • Re-stocked shelves and ordered in products when necessary.
  • Ensured all food and beverages were stored at the proper temperature, as required by food safety regulations.
  • Received orders at the counter and conducted transactions with customers.
  • Adjusted recipes to incorporate changes due to customers' allergies or specific preferences.
  • Prepare vegetables, garnishes, and other items ahead of time to reduce loads during rush periods.

Stable Hand

Mairs Mares
Lowood, QLD
04.2013 - 09.2016
  • Company Overview: Pam 0407029710 (owner/employer)
  • Maintained saddles, bridles, and riding gear, and helped fit items to specific horses.
  • Used disinfectant solutions, brushes, and shovels to thoroughly clean stalls, pumps, water troughs, and equipment.
  • Prepped horses for travel. Loaded and unloaded.
  • Administered horse medication, and necessary special care.
  • Kept animal coats clean with regular washing, grooming, and trimming.
  • Milked mares that were unable to feed newborn foals helped foals to latch when they were unable to.
  • Assisted in the birthing of foals, and the aftercare of mares and foals.

Education

No degree -

Lowood State High School
Lowood, QLD

Skills

  • Handling raw materials
  • RF scanner
  • Paper pick
  • Stock take and replenishment
  • Cycle count
  • Production knowledge
  • OSHA compliant
  • Equipment operation
  • Material loading and unloading
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Safety and compliance
  • Electric, manual, and walk-behind high-reach pallet jacks
  • Quality assurance
  • Problem solving and time management
  • Communication skills
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Heavy lifting
  • Shipping and receiving

Vaccination Status

unvaccinated

Accomplishments

  • Received the honor of being school captain due to showing strong leadership from a very young age, and was always seen as someone that anyone could come talk to if something were wrong

Affiliations

  • Elderly and child care - I was a caregiver for my elderly father and two younger brothers for many years before his passing
  • Bond cleaner - I worked fill-in/part-time shifts as a house cleaner doing bond cleans, general cleans, and entry cleans, interior and exterior, and pressure washing

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Warehouse Packer/Administrative Assistant

Resmed
05.2023 - 06.2024

Warehouse Assistant

KOK
09.2022 - 12.2022

Pick/Hand Packer

Burson
05.2022 - 10.2022

Farm Hand

Aldeinz PTY LTD
09.2021 - 12.2021

Nursery Hand

Pohlmans Nursery Nursery
01.2021 - 09.2021

Meat Factory Hand

Tyson
11.2016 - 11.2020

Cook/waitress

The hide-out takeaway
06.2016 - 10.2016

Stable Hand

Mairs Mares
04.2013 - 09.2016

No degree -

Lowood State High School

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