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Ma'a Tuifao

Eagleby,QLD

Summary

Seasoned professional with a robust background in industrial and construction settings, notably with Industrial Galvanizers and Grouting Services NZ Limited. Excelled in machine operation and team leadership, significantly enhancing productivity and workplace safety. Expert in steel structures and adept at fostering team cohesion, demonstrating a proven track record of exceeding project specifications and deadlines. Reliable Labor Worker comfortable handling physically demanding tasks across long shifts and through problematic weather conditions. Proven resourcefulness and handling of difficult labor projects. Juggles multiple tasks to keep assignment timelines on schedule. Established reputation for punctuality and dedicated work ethic.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Leader

Struddys Apparel
Brisbane, QLD
01.2017 - Current
  • Resolved any issues related to the functioning of embroidery machines quickly and efficiently.
  • Followed quality control guidelines and inspected garments to verify pristine condition before final delivery to customer boosting revenue.
  • Placed thread spools on spindles, inserted bobbins and threaded ends through machine guides.
  • Provided guidance to other employees on how to use embroidery machines properly.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks such as oiling and cleaning machines and replacing worn parts.
  • Monitored machine operation to detect problems such as defective stitching, breaks in thread, or machine malfunctions.
  • Kept work area clean and organized at all times.
  • Monitored machine operations to detect defective stitching, breaks in thread or machine malfunctions.
  • Folded or stretched edges or lengths of items while sewing to facilitate forming specified sections.
  • Stopped machines immediately upon noticing any irregularities in their operations.
  • Set up and operated embroidery machines to produce quality products.

Load Out

Tey's Australia Beenleigh
Brisbane, QLD
09.2015 - 01.2017
  • Coordinated dispatch operations, maintaining high accuracy and speed.
  • Operated forklift to load and unload materials safely.
  • Dispatched goods efficiently, ensuring timely delivery.

Offsider

Australia framing solution Pty Limited
Brisbane, QLD
12.2013 - 07.2015
  • Assisted truck driver with navigation and logistical support.
  • Supported truck driver in loading and unloading tasks.
  • Facilitated efficient delivery operations by aiding the truck driver.

Laborer

Industrial Galvanizers
Carole Park, QLD
11.2011 - 10.2013
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and product locations in the warehouse.
  • Unloaded freight from containers and organized them for storage in designated areas.
  • Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.

Off Sider

Grouting Services NZ Limited
Swanson, Auckland
08.2006 - 07.2011
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Layered caulk and sealants to installed surfaces to fill gaps and cracks and act as bonding agent.
  • Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
  • Managed a team of 6 to restore Eden Park rugby field.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Rutherford High School
Auckland, New Zealand

Skills

  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Steel framing familiarity
  • Steel structures
  • Hand tool usage
  • Embroidery machine operation
  • Production planning
  • Fabric handling
  • Workplace safety
  • Machine maintenance
  • Design interpretation
  • Color coordination
  • Machine operation
  • Visual inspections
  • Thread selection
  • Machine sewing
  • Embroidery techniques
  • Deadline management
  • Pattern alignment
  • Specification assessment
  • Embroidery digitizing
  • Hooping techniques
  • Digital design software

Timeline

Team Leader

Struddys Apparel
01.2017 - Current

Load Out

Tey's Australia Beenleigh
09.2015 - 01.2017

Offsider

Australia framing solution Pty Limited
12.2013 - 07.2015

Laborer

Industrial Galvanizers
11.2011 - 10.2013

Off Sider

Grouting Services NZ Limited
08.2006 - 07.2011

Some College (No Degree) -

Rutherford High School

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