Dedicated and safety-conscious trade assistant with experience in the construction industry. Proficient in providing essential support to skilled tradespeople and contributing to the smooth operation of construction projects. Demonstrated ability to handle materials, assist in equipment maintenance, and adhere to strict safety protocols. Adept at collaborating with team members to ensure efficient project completion while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic construction environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Trade Assistant
LiMax
10.2023 - Current
Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Followed orders closely to help prepare for jobs, ready sites, complete assignments and clean up work areas at completion.
Monitored inventory levels of critical supplies, ensuring timely reordering to avoid work stoppages.
Assisted in performing quality control checks on completed work, ensuring that projects met or exceeded clients'' expectations and industry standards.
Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
Quality Inspector Team Leader
Freudenberg Medical Vista Med
05.2018 - 09.2023
Responsible for leading a final inspection quality team of 30 inspectors across 9 clean rooms to carry out final inspection processes.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions promptly.
Maintained accurate records of inspection results, providing data-driven insights for process optimization efforts.
Championed safety initiatives across the team, contributing to an accident-free work environment consistently maintained over time.
Spearheaded root cause analyses investigations when quality issues arose, mitigating long-term repercussions through effective problem-solving strategies.
Ensured timely completion of all assigned tasks by effectively prioritizing responsibilities and delegating duties as necessary among team members based upon individual strengths/weaknesses identified through ongoing performance assessments conducted peri
Assisted with the development and implementation of new inspection methods to keep pace with evolving industry trends, maintaining cutting-edge knowledge of best practices within the field at all times for optimal results achieved consistently over time.
Optimized resource allocation by analyzing workload patterns and adjusting staffing levels as needed, minimizing downtime while maximizing productivity rates.
Improved product quality by implementing comprehensive inspection procedures and providing feedback to production teams.
Managed inventory levels efficiently by accurately tracking materials used daily while also forecasting future needs based upon historical data collected over several years'' worth of past performance records analyzed thoroughly each quarter.
Reduced defects in manufactured products by closely monitoring production processes and identifying areas for improvement.
Trade Assistant
Moncon INC
05.2018 - 10.2018
Material Handling: Assist in the transportation and handling of materials, tools, and equipment around the construction site. This may involve loading and unloading materials, operating machinery such as forklifts or pallet jacks, and ensuring materials are properly stored.
Site Preparation: Assist in site preparation tasks such as setting up barricades, scaffolding, and temporary structures. This may also involve clearing debris and ensuring the site is clean and safe.
Assistance to Tradespeople: Provide support to skilled tradespeople such as carpenters, electricians, plumbers, and welders. This can include holding materials or tools, measuring and cutting materials, and following instructions from supervisors.
Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe work environment. This includes wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), participating in safety meetings, and reporting any hazards or incidents to supervisors.
General Labor: Perform various general labor tasks as needed, including digging trenches, mixing concrete, and assisting with demolition work.
Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure projects are completed efficiently and on schedule. This may involve communicating effectively with supervisors and fellow workers to coordinate tasks and solve problems.
Education
QQI Level 6 - Quality Assurance
Slgio IT
Sligo, Ireland
01.2022
QQI Level 5 - Legal Studies
Ballinode Sligo
Sligo College Of Further Education.
09.2017
Skills
Articulated Haul Truck ticket
Roller ticket
White Card
RIW Certificate
Landfill experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel, Microsft Word, Powerpoint
Australian Manuel Drivers License
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)