Kurt Hutchinson
Woodside,SA
Summary
At Thomas Foods International, I run the cold store/distribution department. I oversee the operation of plate freezers, lidding machines, and conveyors.
I supervise staff and train new staff members in the department. I oversee maintenance and the allocation of product. I believe I am a hardworking Leading Hand driven to improve productivity and maximize customer satisfaction. Hardworking team member skilled in safely moving heavy loads manually or using forklifts and pallet jacks. Punctual, reliable and dedicated to teamwork. Good maintenance and repair skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Leading Hand Cold Store Department
Thomas Foods International
Lobethal, SA
01.2017 - Current
- Developed a strong rapport with staff members through effective communication and leadership skills.
- Enhanced team productivity by efficiently allocating tasks and closely monitoring progress.
- Facilitated smooth workflows by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing corrective measures.
- Promoted safety awareness among the workforce, leading to reduced incidents and accidents on site.
- Trained employees how to fix problems, correct mistakes, and maximize productivity.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to strict deadlines without compromising quality or safety standards.
- Applied troubleshooting and diagnostics abilities to assess repair and maintenance needs.
Education
I.T.
TAFE SA
Mount Barker, SANo Degree - Automotive Technology
TAFE SA
Mount Barker, SASkills
- Team Development
- Safety Management
- Innovation Skills
- Safety awareness
- Technical problem solving
- Maintenance understanding
- Repair expertise
- Workplace Safety
- Logistics
- Environmentally Controlled Storage
- Wrapping and boxing
- Warehouse Operations
- Labeling and boxing
- Material Handling
- Warehouse environment safety
- Quality Assessment and Assurance
- Materials Handling Safety Training
- Data Entry
- Standards Compliance
- First Aid Certification
- Assembly and production
- Loading and unloading
- Protective Equipment Use
- Equipment Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Tool and Supply Organization
Certification
Forklift License
Working at heights
Elevated Work Platform
First Aid
Employee Agreement Representative
CFS Fire Fighter
Health and Safety Representative
Hobbies and Interests
WRX SA club member and committee member.
Woodside CFS volunteer.
i support local bands, enjoy driving and working on my car and generally fixing things.
Timeline
Leading Hand Cold Store Department
Thomas Foods International
01.2017 - Current
I.T.
TAFE SA
No Degree - Automotive Technology
TAFE SA