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Overview
Work History
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Certification
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Olivia Arnephy

Fawkner,Victoria

Summary

Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Manager

Cantilever Interiors
Brunswick East, VIC
12.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical problems related to machinery used in the manufacturing process.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and components.
  • Established clear communication channels between management and staff members.
  • Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Resolved conflicts among personnel within the department when necessary.
  • Trained new employees on proper use of equipment, safety procedures, and job functions.
  • Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.

Apprentice Cabinet Maker

Cantilever Interiors
Brunswick East, Vic
04.2021 - 12.2023
  • Measured raw materials to be used for cabinet making projects.
  • Followed instructions from senior staff members when completing jobs.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects in a timely manner.
  • Applied various finishes to finished products including stain, paint or lacquer coatings.
  • Performed repairs on existing cabinets or furniture pieces.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working with woodworking equipment.
  • Organized tools and materials needed for assigned tasks efficiently.
  • Maintained a clean work area by cleaning up after each job was completed.
  • Worked closely with team members to ensure successful completion of projects within specified deadlines.
  • Performed preventative maintenance checks on woodworking machinery regularly to ensure proper functioning.
  • Assisted in the construction of custom cabinets and furniture pieces, including cutting, sanding, assembling, finishing and installation.
  • Adhered to company policies regarding quality control standards.
  • Installed hinges, drawer slides, handles and other hardware on cabinets.
  • Completed basic carpentry tasks such as sawing, drilling, routing and edging using hand tools and power tools.
  • Operated woodworking machinery such as table saws, routers and jointers safely with precision accuracy.

Apprentice Cabinet Maker

Cazam Kitchens
Deer Park , Vic
07.2020 - 04.2021
  • Operate machinery such as planers, jointers and mortisers for specialized tasks.
  • Fabricate, assemble, install and repair wooden cabinets, fixtures, furniture and other items made of wood or wood substitutes.
  • Lift heavy objects safely using appropriate techniques such as dollies or slings.
  • Measure materials accurately with rulers and measuring tapes.
  • Maintain a clean workspace throughout all projects.
  • Install hardware such as hinges, handles and drawer slides according to specifications.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues in order to meet deadlines.
  • Perform minor adjustments on doors and drawers to ensure proper fitment.
  • Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the specific requirements for each project.
  • Cut materials using saws, routers and other power tools.

Factory Hand

Botany Essentials
Maidstone, Vic
01.2020 - 06.2020
  • I worked on the factory floor, rotating tasks throughout the day on our production lines.
  • My tasks include screwing caps/pumps/spray triggers onto bottles on a conveyor belt, packing products into boxes, stacking boxes onto pallets, and preparing pallets for shipment.
  • Other tasks include preparing production lines to fulfill orders, cleaning the lines once orders are completed, manually filling bulk orders (five and ten litre jerry cans), printing information on boxes, and general upkeep of production.
  • Assisted in the assembly and disassembly of production lines.
  • Adjusted machine settings as needed to ensure optimal performance.

Retail Assistant

The Reject Shop
Kyneton, Vic
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • My employment with The Reject Shop included operating our POS system at the checkout, offering highly attentive customer service, merchandising, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout the store, and stocking shelves.
  • Answered phones promptly and directed calls appropriately.
  • Provided excellent customer service by attending to customer needs in a timely manner.
  • Kept up-to-date knowledge of all products available in the store.
  • Operated cash registers efficiently during peak hours of business.

Retail Assistant

Organic Formulations
Riddells Creek , Vic
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • I was employed by Organic Formulations to work in a small concept store. My responsibilities included independently managing the day-to-day store operations; for example, opening and closing the store, operating the cash register and EFTPOS machine, balancing the cash register, ordering and receiving stock, merchandising stock, cleaning the store, providing face-to-face customer service, and assisting with training newer employees.

Kitchen hand / front of house staff

The Victoria Hotel
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • My front of house responsibilities at The Victoria Hotel were to greet and seat customers, take orders, prepare beverages, wait tables, clear tables, and operate our POS system.
  • My kitchen hand duties involved washing dishes, food prep for some meals, assisting with mise en place, and closing the kitchen.

Retail Assistant

Stockroom
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Company Overview: an independently owned gallery and maker's space plus retail boutique
  • While working at Stockroom, I was tasked with greeting customers and providing customer service, cleaning, processing transactions, data entry, and ordering stock.
  • In 2015 I completed two weeks of work experience through a school program at Stockroom. When I contacted the owners in 2018 to ask for a reference for a different job, they offered me employment.
  • An independently owned gallery and maker's space plus retail boutique

Education

Certificate III - Cabinetmaking

Victoria University
Sunshine, VIC
12-2023

Certificate II - Furniture Making

Victoria University
Sunshine
01.2020

VCE certificate -

Kyneton Secondary College
Kyneton
01.2017

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Woodworking machinery operation
  • Process optimization
  • Team collaboration
  • Strategic planning
  • Decision making

Certification

  • License to operate forklift

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Production Manager

Cantilever Interiors
12.2023 - Current

Apprentice Cabinet Maker

Cantilever Interiors
04.2021 - 12.2023

Apprentice Cabinet Maker

Cazam Kitchens
07.2020 - 04.2021

Factory Hand

Botany Essentials
01.2020 - 06.2020

Retail Assistant

The Reject Shop
01.2018 - 01.2019

Retail Assistant

Organic Formulations
01.2018 - 01.2019

Kitchen hand / front of house staff

The Victoria Hotel
01.2018 - 12.2018

Retail Assistant

Stockroom
01.2018 - 12.2018

Certificate III - Cabinetmaking

Victoria University

Certificate II - Furniture Making

Victoria University

VCE certificate -

Kyneton Secondary College

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