Amy Couvee
Whangarei,NTL
Summary
Dynamic Production Team Leader with a proven track record at Giftbox Boutique, excelling in managing production efficiency and training new staff. Recognized for strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail, ensuring timely dispatch and high-quality packaging. Committed to maintaining team morale and fostering a collaborative work environment under pressure.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Team Leader
Giftbox Boutique
05.2021 - Current
- Follow safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Use equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Maintain cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
- Check stationary weekly and advise Production manager of items that are running low and will need to be ordered.
- Delegate roles for the day -ie: Table leader, checker, picker, shipper, ribbon cutting, shipper restocking.
- Ensure kitchen roster is followed by Warehouse Team weekly.
- Oversee packaging of product- check dates before stamping, advise Warehouse Manager of damaged packaging or product to be removed from inventory.
- Keep track of packaging to be done, liaise with warehouse to get ready the next batch of packaging to ensure flow and that it is done in a timely manner.
- Liase with courier regarding early or later pickups when required and ensure last pickups have been collected.
- Ensure overall flow of production tables so Giftbox dispatch times are met.
- Resolve issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Be involved in recruitment of new staff and temps - interviews and trialling.
- Oversee training, discuss with Production Manager of any potential issues with new staff
- Design and photograph layouts of new Gift boxes.
Stay at Home Parent
Myself
2009 - 2021
- Managed household operations, including budgeting, scheduling, and logistics.
- Coordinated and prioritised multiple tasks under pressure, ensuring deadlines and commitments were met.
- Supported children’s learning and development, providing mentoring, guidance, and educational assistance.
- Adapted quickly to changing circumstances, demonstrating problem-solving, flexibility, and resilience.
Sample Maker
Limited Express, Fashion Accessories
2005 - 2009
- Delivered exceptional craftsmanship through diligent attention to detail when constructing high-quality leather belt and bag samples.
- Assisted in sourcing leathers and trimmings for optimal belt construction, considering the cost, quality, and availability.
- Ensured timely delivery of projects by effectively managing deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
- Supported quality control efforts by conducting thorough inspections of finished samples before presentation and shipment.
- Assisted in training production assistants, sharing expertise in new techniques when samples were put into production.
- Collaborated with designers to create accurate and detailed sample pieces for approval.
- Developed innovative solutions to improve sample creation, reducing material waste and time spent on revisions.
- Improved overall workflow efficiency by maintaining close communication with cross-functional teams throughout all stages of development.
- Enhanced product quality by meticulously crafting samples according to design specifications.
Education
GED - Fashion Design
NorthTec
WhangareiSkills
Working in a Team Environment
Managing Production efficiently to meet deadlines
Problem Solving
Attention to detail
Strong communication skills
Training new staff
Works well under pressure
Keeps staff morale up in busy times
Timeline
Production Team Leader
Giftbox Boutique
05.2021 - Current
Stay at Home Parent
Myself
2009 - 2021
Sample Maker
Limited Express, Fashion Accessories
2005 - 2009
GED - Fashion Design
NorthTec