Zack Barron
Miriam Vale,QLD
Summary
Committed labourer with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in equipment operation, safety and quality initiatives. Experienced with equipment maintenance, inspections and basic repairs. Team player and clear communicator.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operator
Superior Skips
05.2022 - Current
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions as well as inside a large shed on machinery with personnel on the ground..
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing optimized machine settings and routine maintenance procedures.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
Spray Painter
Nick’s Body Restoration
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Cleaned and prepared equipment for full restorations of vintage and muscle cars.
- Delivered timely completion of projects by effectively managing workload and prioritizing tasks.
- Wore proper respiratory and safety equipment at all times.
- Maintained knowledge of equipment necessary to complete jobs, acquiring new skills and techniques.
Cabinet Installer
ABC Manufacturing
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Ensured optimal functionality of installed cabinets by meticulously adjusting doors, drawers, and hardware as needed.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by providing support and assistance to fellow installers when needed.
- Troubleshot issues during cabinet installations, implementing solutions swiftly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Streamlined cabinet installation processes for increased productivity and reduced project completion times.
Industrial painter
Marine Millennium Australia
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Assisted in the training of new team members, sharing knowledge about best practices for industrial painting applications.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking to achieve optimal results.
- Demonstrated attention to detail in every aspect of the painting process, resulting in consistent high-quality workmanship.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Selected appropriate coatings based on specific job requirements, maximizing performance and durability while minimizing environmental impact.
- Maintained painting equipment in excellent condition, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Reduced material wastage by optimizing paint usage through accurate measurements and application techniques.
- Performed regular inspections of completed work to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded consistently throughout the ships descale and paint.
Farm hand
Evergreen farms
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Operated farm equipment such as kabota and John Deere tractors with slashers, spray rigs/pods with herbicides/pesticides and UD tipper truck with extreme care and precision, around personnel and other close contact equipment
- Used grease guns and oil cans to lubricate and adjust farm equipment, along with fuelling, high pressure cleaning and tyre bay (changing tyres and pressure checks)
- Supported successful harvests through diligent planting, weeding, and pruning efforts, including chipping partheneum weed..
- Participated in seasonal harvest activities including picking a variety of fruits, sorting produce, and preparing products for commercial sales and storage.
- Fostered a safe work environment while operating heavy machinery by following established safety protocols and attending regular training sessions, toolbox talks and SOPs.
- Administered pest or weed control initiatives which included location and identification of targets, chemical selection, and application methods, inline with DPI recommendations, SOPs and SDS.
Automotive Spray Painter
Budget Body Repairs
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Prep work
- Enhanced final finishes by meticulously preparing surfaces, including sanding, masking, and priming.
- Safeguarded personal safety and that of coworkers by adhering to strict workplace guidelines and utilizing appropriate protective equipment during paint applications.
- Reduced paint waste by accurately calculating required materials for each job and optimizing spray techniques.
Meat Processor
Nolan Meats
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Enhanced workplace safety with thorough inspections of tools and equipment for damages or wear.
- Sustained sharpness of knives for optimal performance, regularly inspecting and sharpening blades as needed.
- Achieved compliance with all health regulations through diligent attention to cleanliness standards during processing operations.
- Ensured consistent product quality by adhering to strict sanitation standards and company guidelines.
- Inspected meat to perform quality assurance checks.
- Decontaminated work areas using sprayers to apply cleaning and disinfecting solutions.
- Analyzed meat temperatures for safety and quality and monitored heat conditions for stability.
- Monitored meat inventory in cases, restocking with fresh products when needed.
Beef Boner
Oakey Beef Exports
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Communicated effectively with peers, supervisors, and other departments as needed for seamless coordination within the organization''s overall operations structure.
- Exercised strong attention to detail when trimming excess fat from beef cuts, improving product appearance and customer satisfaction levels.
- Maintained a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene, ensuring food safety throughout the boning process.
- Increased production efficiency by skillfully boning beef cuts according to customer specifications.
- Kept work area clean and organized throughout shifts, promoting efficiency in daily tasks performed by self and others on the team.
- Ensured accurate product labeling, maintaining traceability throughout the supply chain.
- Demonstrated dexterity in cutting techniques, minimizing waste while preserving quality.
Order Cook
Red Rooster Fast Food Industry
01.2013 - 02.2014
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Education
Year 10 - Rural Operations
Goondiwindi State High School
Goondiwindi, QLD12.2015
Skills
- Ability to learn quickly in a changing environment
- Excellent mechanical aptitude
- Experience on machinery and tractors
- Eye for detail
- Experienced in all general labouring
- Ability to follow orders
- Self driven and safety oriented
- Ability to co-operate in a team environment or happy to work alone
- Experience working up to 90 hour weeks,
- Experience with shift work
- Experience with seasonal solid work blocks upto 9 weeks straight
- Excellent hazard perception and awareness
- Ability to diagnose faults
- Preventative Care and Maintenance
- Prestarts and Toolbox
References
- Daan Leith, Farm Manager, Evergreen farms, 0468542421
- ABC Manufacturing Office, 1300222626
- Nick Williams, Owner, 0413198386
- Col, Owner, Evolve Cabinet Materials, 0411710111/54488888
- Gus, Sub owner, Evolve, 0402113838
- Don, Owner, Superior Skip Bins, 0421142310
Certification
Open car license
Cert 3 Rural Operations
Rii’s
Skid steer
Excavator
Roller
Student number 11955 issued 14/03/2017
Hobbies
Motorbikes, road and trail
Camping
Fishing
Gym
Timeline
Operator
Superior Skips
05.2022 - Current
Spray Painter
Nick’s Body Restoration
07.2021 - 02.2022
Cabinet Installer
ABC Manufacturing
11.2020 - 03.2021
Industrial painter
Marine Millennium Australia
06.2020 - 11.2020
Farm hand
Evergreen farms
08.2019 - 05.2020
Automotive Spray Painter
Budget Body Repairs
01.2019 - 06.2019
Meat Processor
Nolan Meats
06.2016 - 05.2018
Beef Boner
Oakey Beef Exports
01.2015 - 05.2016
Order Cook
Red Rooster Fast Food Industry
01.2013 - 02.2014
Year 10 - Rural Operations
Goondiwindi State High School
Open car license
Cert 3 Rural Operations
Rii’s
Skid steer
Excavator
Roller
Student number 11955 issued 14/03/2017
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