Rhys Forbes
Macquarie Fields,NSW
Summary
Hardworking, career-driven professional with a strong 'can-do' attitude seeking to reenter workforce to achieve a healthy work/life balance. Motivated to embrace new challenges while demonstrating a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Delivered results through effective independent work and rapid mastery of new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machine Operator
Abbe warehouse
Ingleburn
01.2023 - 06.2026
- Operated machinery to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of warehouse operations.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Monitored equipment performance and performed routine maintenance checks to prevent breakdowns and ensure operational efficiency.
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance with standards.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment for all staff.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Loaded and unloaded materials using forklifts and pallet jacks safely.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
Container crew
Young Guns Container Crew
Ingleburn
01.2018 - 12.2019
- My time here had helped advance my already good understanding about the importance of punctuality and communication. As well as this I had advanced in some already sound areas of skills such as safety lifting techniques but also acquired new skills such as data entry and gaining my forklift license.
- Roles and Responsibilities: Assist with physical and manual handling aspects of loading and unloading shipping containers including: Lifting, Wrapping, Sortation, Strapping, Labelling, Scanning, Electronic & manual data capture, Decanting.
- Operated container loading equipment safely and efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment for safety compliance.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo following safety protocols and guidelines.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding workflow issues.
- Followed company policies to promote a positive work environment.
- Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Landscaping
ARC Mowing and Gardening
03.2017 - 05.2017
- Designed landscape layouts based on client preferences and site conditions.
- Performed lawn mowing, edge trimming, mulch application, and grass laying to enhance landscape aesthetics.
- Maintained gardens by planting flowers, trimming shrubs, and weeding regularly.
- Operated lawn care equipment safely to mow and edge residential lawns.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Collaborated with team to complete landscaping projects within scheduled timeframes.
- Emphasized adherence to safety guidelines to prevent injuries and fostered open communication with team members and clients.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Education
High school -
Ambarvale high school
Rosemeadow 01.2013 - 01.2017
Skills
- Machine operation
- Machinery operations
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality control
- Safety compliance
- Process optimization
- Data entry
- Analytical thinking
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Effective communication
- Strong work ethic
Certification
- White card, 2017
- Forklift License, 2020
- Traffic control ticket 2024
Availability
I am currently available all day 6 days a week (Monday- Saturday)
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 02/21/01
Timeline
Machine Operator
Abbe warehouse
01.2023 - 06.2026
Container crew
Young Guns Container Crew
01.2018 - 12.2019
Landscaping
ARC Mowing and Gardening
03.2017 - 05.2017
High school -
Ambarvale high school
01.2013 - 01.2017