Matthew Aarts
Young,NSW
Summary
Proven to enhance operational efficiency, I leveraged my machinery operation and teamwork skills at LFE Community Supports, significantly contributing to productivity and customer satisfaction. My adeptness in laundry equipment maintenance and fostering collaborative environments underscores my ability to meet and exceed employer expectations with a meticulous and results-driven approach. Hardworking and dedicated Laundry Attendant willing to take on any task to meet team goals. Collects and delivers loads, treats stains and folds laundered linens. Superior work ethic and strong multitasking skills. Dependable Laundry Worker with solid customer service, communication and relationship-building abilities developed over 10 years of experience in similar roles. Good sorting, documentation and organizing skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure position with your company. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Experienced Delivery Driver offering delivery experience and solid dedication to customer satisfaction. Enhances vehicle longevity and workplace safety with good inspection and maintenance abilities. Apply advanced Spanish skills to enhance service for customers and collaborate effectively with diverse team members. Punctual and efficient Driver known for reliability, route planning and excellent customer interactions. Motivated to provide prompt, friendly and professional service at all times. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Laundry Attendant/Delivery Driver
LFE Community Supports
01.2014 - 06.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring optimal productivity and minimal downtime.
- Set up wash and dry cycles with appropriate settings such as spin speed, temperature, and cleaning agents.
- Supported team members in completing tasks efficiently, fostering a positive and collaborative work atmosphere.
- Assisted with cleaning and maintenance of laundry equipment to keep machines in proper working order.
- Coordinated daily laundry tasks with other team members to maximize efficiency and maintain a smooth workflow.
- Managed inventory levels for laundry supplies such as detergents, softeners, and stain removers to prevent shortages or delays in service.
- Demonstrated strong attention-to-detail when folding clean linens according to hotel standards.
- Examined dried clothes to identify stains, tears and issues.
- Contributed to workplace safety by following established protocols for handling hazardous chemicals used in the laundering process.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving any complaints or issues related to laundry services.
- Expedited the laundering process by pre-treating heavily soiled items before washing them with other linens.
- Collected soiled linens and clothing and pretreated stains.
- Operated traditional and computer-operated washers and dryers while observing all safety protocols.
- Operated laundry equipment and loaded machines, paying careful attention to capacity restrictions.
- Kept track of laundered items using an efficient tagging system to prevent loss or mix-ups during the cleaning process.
- Provided exceptional customer service while receiving drop-off laundry orders from guests.
- Operated commercial-grade washing machines and dryers safely, adhering to manufacturer guidelines and best practices.
- Ensured consistent quality control by conducting regular inspections of cleaned linens for stains, damage, or wear.
- Increased linen longevity with proper handling, folding, and storage procedures.
- Loaded and unloaded machines, ironed pieces and folded cleaned items, typically handling over [Number] pieces per shift for large $[Amount] revenue-producing business.
- Maintained safety practices at all times to protect personnel and laundry loads.
- Operated machines correctly by following machine instructions and safety regulations.
- Assisted with unloading and loading customer laundry items.
- Cleaned machine filters and lubricated equipment.
- Monitored customer laundry loads to reach proper wash cycle times.
- Inspected soiled articles to determine sources of stains, locate color imperfections, and identify items requiring special treatment.
- Observed and adjusted machine cycle times, achieving quality results.
- Delivered superior customer service by responding to inquiries and complaints.
- Supported fellow staff members with delivery and pickup of customer orders.
- Followed environmental regulations when handling hazardous materials for laundromat safety.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while representing the company during interactions with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and personalized service.
- Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
- Demonstrated exceptional time management skills in consistently meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality or safety.
- Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
- Developed strong working knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations to facilitate smooth navigation on-the-job safely.
- Kept meticulous records of deliveries, including invoices, delivery confirmations, and any other required documentation to ensure accurate tracking and billing processes.
- Reduced vehicle downtime and repair costs by performing routine maintenance checks and adhering to preventive measures.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
- Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
- Kept detailed records of deliveries and money received from customers.
- Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management.
Laborer/Certified Forklift Operator
Elouera Association
02.2012 - 11.2013
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
Factory Production Worker/Warehouse Forklift Operator
House With No Steps
01.2008 - 10.2010
- Unloaded and loaded items from conveyors, machines, and conveyances.
- Carefully packaged finished products and prepared for shipment.
- Exceeded daily production targets consistently due to efficient time management skills and strong attention to detail.
- Operated 3 machines proficiently and in compliance to safety standards.
- Enhanced production efficiency by operating various machinery and equipment in a timely manner.
- Ensured products met company standards through meticulous quality control inspections, resulting in fewer returns or defects.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Upheld cleanliness standards throughout the factory floor, ensuring a hygienic work environment conducive to productivity.
- Addressed potential safety hazards quickly, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries among staff members.
- Maintained a safe work environment for all employees through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Actively participated in factory-wide safety meetings, staying up-to-date on new rules and regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Increased product quality by conducting regular inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
- Implemented best practices for material handling, contributing to reduced damage rates during transportation.
- Helped maintain high levels of employee morale through open communication and fostering a positive work atmosphere.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors, and staging areas.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Loaded and unloaded parts on production line to establish smooth operations.
- Inspected materials before assembly to verify compliance of quality control standards.
- Graded and packaged finished products, transporting items for additional processing, storage, or shipment off-site.
- Performed quality checks on finished products to identify and address discrepancies.
- Inspected and adjusted work performed to meet expectations.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
- Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
- Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
- Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
- Supported the shipping department with prompt loading and unloading tasks utilizing a variety of specialized attachments on the forklift as needed.
- Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Fostered positive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors, promoting teamwork and collaboration within the warehouse environment while executing daily forklift tasks.
- Safeguarded quality of products stored in the warehouse by ensuring proper stacking techniques and adherence to weight restrictions while operating a forklift.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
- Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
- Streamlined order processing with efficient materials handling and accurate placement of goods using a forklift in designated locations.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
Education
No Degree - Year 9
Cambridge Park High School
Cambridge Park, NSW04.1998
Skills
- Workplace Cleanliness
- Laundry folding and storage
- Safety Procedures
- Laundry equipment operation
- Item Sorting
- Stain Removal
- Sorting and transport
- Linens Management
- Adherence to Policies
- Folding Techniques
- Laundry equipment maintenance
- Efficient Sorting
- Laundry distribution
- Machine Maintenance
- Chemical Handling
- Machinery Operation
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Folding laundry
- Attention to Detail
- Work Prioritization
- Quality Assurance
- Washing loads
- Flexible Schedule
- Managing Deliveries
- Operating dryers
- Measurements and Calculations
- Operating equipment
Timeline
Laundry Attendant/Delivery Driver
LFE Community Supports
01.2014 - 06.2024
Laborer/Certified Forklift Operator
Elouera Association
02.2012 - 11.2013
Factory Production Worker/Warehouse Forklift Operator
House With No Steps
01.2008 - 10.2010
No Degree - Year 9
Cambridge Park High School
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