Paul De Pasquale
Melbourne
Summary
Experienced Value Add Technician with 32 years of expertise in various facets of manufacturing, warehousing, and prefabrication. Highly skilled across multiple areas, including process optimization and quality control, with a valid forklift license. A driven professional who has held supervisory roles, contributing to a proven ability to lead and motivate teams toward achieving operational excellence. Seeking to leverage extensive hands-on experience to support and improve operations in a dynamic environment
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Value Add Technician
Barenbrug Australia
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Picking mixes for the value add room, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of materials.
- Conducting quality control checks to maintain product standards and consistency.
- Meeting production targets and deadlines as set by management, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Loading and unloading stock from trucks, managing inventory to ensure smooth workflow.
Warehouse Assistant
Abbots Logistics
08.2019 - 02.2023
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks promptly for further distribution.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Packaged and shipped orders accurately to promote safe and quick delivery to customers.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regularly inspecting warehouse equipment.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment to move goods quickly and safely.
- Assisted with stock takes and cycle counts to promote accurate inventory processes.
- Maintained clean workspace consistently; keeping aisles clear from obstructions promoting workplace safety.
- Received and processed incoming stock to keep inventory levels accurate and up-to-date.
- Reduced order processing time by effectively coordinating with team members to pick, pack, and ship products quickly.
- Ensured optimal use of storage space through proper organization, stacking, and labeling of products within the warehouse facility.
- Contributed to smooth operations by assisting with the accurate receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods.
- Conducted inventory control checks and maintained equipment to keep warehouse well-stocked and equipment in good working order.
- Increased accuracy in order fulfillment through diligent attention to detail and double-checking of product information.
- Placed incoming inventory in optimal storage locations to promote continued accuracy and easy retrieval.
Warehouse Supervisor
Barenbrug Australia
07.2013 - 08.2019
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
- Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
- Handled employee concerns promptly and effectively while maintaining open lines of communication amongst team members.
- Maintained a clean working environment by enforcing strict cleanliness standards throughout the entire facility.
- Monitored employee performance and offered mentoring and leadership to improve any deficiencies.
Factory Manager
Bowens Timber
09.2003 - 07.2013
- Developed and maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict safety policies and procedures.
- Enhanced factory efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and optimizing production processes.
- Trained and developed staff members, enhancing overall workforce competency and productivity levels.
- Achieved on-time delivery of products by closely monitoring production schedules and coordinating with various departments.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, reducing lead times for production orders.
- Facilitated open communication between all factory departments, leading to increased collaboration and more efficient problemsolving.
- Communicated factory operational needs, objectives and performance standards with senior management and earned full upper management support.
- Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work culture, promoting open communication, and recognizing outstanding performance.
- Led productive, motivated and loyal manufacturing team and generated factory-wide customer focus and pride in workmanship.
- Implemented quality assurance measures that resulted in consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
Machine Operator
Brimar Packaging
02.1992 - 09.2003
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
Education
No Degree - Secondary School
Koo Wee Rup Secondary College
Koo-Wee-Rup, VICSkills
- Technical diagnostics
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem solving
- System troubleshooting
- Quality control
- Safety compliance
- Operational efficiency
- Task prioritization
Timeline
Value Add Technician
Barenbrug Australia
03.2023 - Current
Warehouse Assistant
Abbots Logistics
08.2019 - 02.2023
Warehouse Supervisor
Barenbrug Australia
07.2013 - 08.2019
Factory Manager
Bowens Timber
09.2003 - 07.2013
Machine Operator
Brimar Packaging
02.1992 - 09.2003
No Degree - Secondary School
Koo Wee Rup Secondary College
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