Renee Barritt
Collie,WA
Summary
At George Gray, I led a team to enhance wool quality and productivity, demonstrating exceptional wool classing competence and strong communication skills. My proactive approach to quality control and safety, along with a continuous learning attitude, significantly improved efficiency and exceeded client expectations, showcasing my ability to adapt and excel in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Wool Classer
George Gray
10.2015 - 02.2024
- Leadership role that requires me to communicate with a team to produce a quality wool clip
- Responsible for recording workers daily hours and shearing tallies and sending off to employer
- In charge of all inventory for farmers in the wool book and wool specification to be sent off to the wool buyer
- Assisted shearers in maintaining a smooth workflow, promptly removing shorn fleece from the workspace.
- Maximized productivity by effectively organizing and managing wool inventory in storage areas.
- Enhanced wool quality by implementing proper handling techniques and maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Collaborated closely with farm owners and managers to understand specific requirements for each flock being handled.
- Optimized workflow by coordinating with team members to effectively manage multiple shearing stations simultaneously.
- Provided support to other team members, sharing knowledge of best practices in wool handling procedures.
- Improved efficiency with timely preparation of wool for storage and transportation.
- Maintained a clean work environment, regularly sweeping floors and disposing of debris to prevent contamination.
- Tidied work area to create and maintain safe working environment on floor.
- Inspected machines before each shift and reported problems to supervisor.
- Notified supervisor of observations regarding working conditions and machine functionality.
- Made minor repairs to machines when possible and reported large problems for immediate remediation.
- Notified supervisors or mechanics of equipment malfunctions.
- Reduced waste by accurately sorting and classifying fleeces based on their characteristics.
- Contributed to team success through clear communication and collaboration with fellow wool handlers and shearers.
- Ensured the safety of workers, utilizing proper equipment handling techniques during shearing operations.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development, attending industry conferences and workshops to stay current on best practices in wool handling techniques.
- Exceeded client expectations with meticulous attention to detail when preparing wool for shipment or sale.
- Consistently met or exceeded daily production goals through effective time management and thorough understanding of job responsibilities.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
Narrogin Senior High School
Narrogin09.2010
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Maintaining a clean contamination free work space
- Attention to detail of cleanliness
- Continuous learning attitude
- Team coordination
- Quality control inspection
- Safety consciousness
- Record keeping
- Wool classing competence
- Health and safety compliance
- Machine monitoring
- Quality control
- Production planning
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
- Visual inspection
- Physical strength
Accomplishments
Completed first aid in 2017
Completed cert 3 in wool handling in 2017
Completed cert 3 in wool classing in 2017
Timeline
Wool Classer
George Gray
10.2015 - 02.2024
Narrogin Senior High School
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