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Pita Ruka
Tokoroa
Summary
Hardworking manufacturing professional effective in team-based environments and cross-trained in many roles throughout my career. Steps in and handles diverse task while maintaining high Safety/Quality and performance goals. Fair evaluator of team and individual performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Product Verification and Validation Technician
Waratah NZ ltd
Tokoroa
08.2021 - Current
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Verified product quality by checking products for accuracy and completing necessary adjustments.
- Followed lean manufacturing principles at all times.
- Used welding and soldering equipment to join sheet metal components following blueprints and job specifications.
- Fitted and aligned parts to fit properly on products.
- Set up and operated machines and tools to create high-quality products.
- Fabricated new parts to repair broken material.
- Engaged in troubleshooting of machinery malfunctions through use of testing instruments and observation of defective equipment, listening and visually analyzing for sources of problems.
- Facilitated optimal efficiency in machinery with thorough cleaning, lubricating and adjustment of components.
- project managed subcontractors to perform various work
- Streamlined documentation for Health & Safety processes
Assembly Line Lead Hand
Waratah NZ Ltd
Tokoroa
09.2015 - 08.2021
- Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel to daily tasks.
- Communicated job expectations and monitored employees.
- Led safety meetings and monitored compliance with gear requirements and best practices.
- Reported tool, machinery and equipment issues to maintenance personnel.
- Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
- Assessed manufacturing processes and recommended improvements to increase productivity.
- Determined root cause for machinery malfunction's by testing of heavy machinery.
- Contributed to team-based environments to maintain line productivity and meet expected deadlines.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Facilitated training sessions for team members on quality management principles and best practices, enhancing overall competency levels within the department.
Production MIG Welder
SWPE
Tokoroa
09.2014 - 08.2015
- Prepared surfaces for welds through scraping, scoring and other techniques.
- Measured parts to check compliance with design documents.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Maximized shop organisation and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
- Set up and operated welding equipment to complete all welding projects on time.
- Positioned and clamped work pieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Welding And Fabrication
Waiariki Institute
General Engineering Trade
Competenz
04.2021
Excell Introduction Course
Bay Software Consultancy Ltd
06.2020
Skills
- Machinery operations
- Technical skills
- Diagnostic abilities
- Manufacturing experience
- Excellent communication
- Decision Making
- Collaborative Team Player
- Strong Problem Solver
- Corrective Actions
- Supplier quality
- In-Process Inspection
Accomplishments
- Completed Full class 2 License
- Completed D,F, WTR Endorsements
Certification
NZ National certified General Engineering Tradesman
Interests
Timeline
Product Verification and Validation Technician
Waratah NZ ltd
08.2021 - Current
Assembly Line Lead Hand
Waratah NZ Ltd
09.2015 - 08.2021
Production MIG Welder
SWPE
09.2014 - 08.2015
General Engineering Trade
Competenz
Excell Introduction Course
Bay Software Consultancy Ltd
Some College (No Degree) - Welding And Fabrication
Waiariki Institute