Nicholas Keaton
Killarney Vale,NSW
Summary
Experienced production leader knowledgeable food processing practices and regulatory requirements. Directs and motivates employees to accomplish challenging performance and quality objectives. Successful at keeping costs low and employee job satisfaction high while promoting safety and compliance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Team Leader
Steggles Foods Mt Kuring-Gai
4-6 Mundowi Rd, Mount Kuring-gai
10.2016 - Current
- Monitored and evaluated teams, identifying and targeting opportunities for improvement.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
Cook/Casual Kitchen Hand
Lone Star Rib House
Tuggerah, NSW
04.2015 - 10.2016
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Education
Open Foundation (online)
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW 2022- PresentHSC
Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College
Long Jetty, NSW2014
Skills
- Quality Control
- Task Delegation
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Safety Monitoring
- Motivational Leadership
- Employee Performance Reviews
- Assembly Line Operations
Activities
Enjoy physical activities at my local gym ( anytime fitness the entrance) in my down time period daily (5-6 times per week ).
Timeline
Production Team Leader
Steggles Foods Mt Kuring-Gai
10.2016 - Current
Cook/Casual Kitchen Hand
Lone Star Rib House
04.2015 - 10.2016
Open Foundation (online)
University of Newcastle
HSC
Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College