BLAIR CAMERON
Tauranga,BOP
Summary
Experienced Manufacturing Supervisor, Senior Operator, and Plant 2IC with more than 10 years in high-risk industrial environments, including rendering, edible oil refining, and dairy processing. Consistently promoted for strong leadership, steady performance under pressure, mechanical capability, and the ability to support and uplift teams. Known for being reliable, calm in fast paced work environments, and solutions-focused with a strong safety mindset. Skilled in coordinating shifts, maintaining production flow, managing hazards, troubleshooting machinery, and communicating clearly with both operators and management. Now seeking to bring long-term commitment, leadership capability, and a strong work ethic to PelcoNZ ltd as a Supervisor.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Packing Operator
Open Country Dairy – Butter Plant (Waharoa)
06.2025 - Current
- - Operate automated retail and bulk butter lines (227g and 25kg).
- - Work with palletising and packing robotics.
- - Complete quality checks, line monitoring, and documentation.
- - Assist supervisors with communication, workflow decisions, and troubleshooting.
- - Maintain strict GMP, hygiene, and H&S standards.
Process Operator
Bakels NZ – Edible Oils Refinery
09.2024 - 06.2025
- - Operated systems for alkali refining, acid refining, bleaching, separation, and deodorisation.
- - Managed high-temperature and high-pressure environments safely.
- - Performed quality checks, sampling, and data logging.
- - Conducted machine adjustments, line checks, and troubleshooting.
- - Supported smooth shift operations and plant reliability.
Plant 2IC
Taranaki Bio Extracts (TBE)
01.2023 - 01.2024
- - Second in command for rendering, bone extraction, tallow processing, and gel bone operations.
- - Oversaw shift teams, production targets, and operator performance.
- - Ensured safety, quality, and workflow standards were consistently met.
- - Supported rostering, training, and incident management.
Senior Operator Supervisor
Taranaki Bio Extracts (TBE)
01.2020 - 01.2023
- - Led multiple operators across high-risk processing areas.
- - Managed shift performance, safety compliance, and workflow.
- - Completed incident forms, hazard IDs, NCRs, and corrective actions.
- - Trained and supported new staff with hands-on guidance.
Operator
Taranaki Bio Extracts (TBE)
01.2019 - 01.2020
- - Operated rendering and extraction systems for producing meat and bone meal, edible tallow, and gel bone.
- - Maintained equipment, monitored process parameters, and followed SOPs.
- - Supported maintenance tasks and process troubleshooting.
Roofing & Wall Cladding Tradesman
01.2011 - 01.2019
- - Installed roofing, cladding, flashings, and structural sheet metal.
- - Led small site teams and interpreted technical drawings.
- - Maintained strict safety and quality standards.
- - Developed strong trade skills, problem-solving, and resilience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hawera Highschool
Hawera, NZ12-2007
Skills
- - Leadership & Team Supervision
- - Work well in fast paced environment
- - Workplace Health & Safety
- - Hazard Identification & Risk Management
- - Production Flow & Shift Coordination
- - Operator Training & Coaching
- - Mechanical Troubleshooting
- - SOP, GMP & Compliance
- - Continuous Improvement Mindset
- - Robotics & Automated Machinery
- - Quality Control & Documentation
- - Clear Communication & Reporting
- - High-Risk Environment Operations
Certification
- - MEWP Ticket
- - Health & Safety Representative Certificate
- - Working at Heights
- - First Aid
- - Forklift & OSH
VALUES & WORK ETHIC
- - High accountability and reliability
- - Calm under pressure
- - Team-first leadership style
- - Safety-focused thinking
- - Strong communication and honesty
- - Consistent, disciplined work ethic
- - Respectful, supportive workplace behaviour
- - Driven to grow, learn, and lead
SUPERVISOR COMPETENCY PROFILE
- - Managing shift teams and daily production priorities
- - Ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operations
- - Supporting operators with clear instructions and guidance
- - Conducting hazard ID, incident reporting, and corrective actions
- - Completing shift handovers and production documentation
- - Coordinating workflow to meet targets and maintain product quality
- - Training new operators and maintaining strong team culture
- - Making sound decisions under pressure
- - Running plant operations when supervisors or managers were off-site
Timeline
Packing Operator
Open Country Dairy – Butter Plant (Waharoa)
06.2025 - Current
Process Operator
Bakels NZ – Edible Oils Refinery
09.2024 - 06.2025
Plant 2IC
Taranaki Bio Extracts (TBE)
01.2023 - 01.2024
Senior Operator Supervisor
Taranaki Bio Extracts (TBE)
01.2020 - 01.2023
Operator
Taranaki Bio Extracts (TBE)
01.2019 - 01.2020
Roofing & Wall Cladding Tradesman
01.2011 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Hawera Highschool