Damian Reid
Auckland
Summary
Experienced in operating mechanical machinery within a palletising line, including robotics and conveyor systems. Followed preventive maintenance schedules to ensure optimal machine performance while adhering to safety protocols, thereby reducing health and safety risks. Conducted regular inspections for potential hazards and assisted in troubleshooting processes to maintain operational efficiency. Provided training and guidance to junior staff on standard operating procedures, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process Operator
New Zealand New Milk Ltd
01.2022 - 06.2025
- Operated mechanical machinery-as part of the palletising line- robot operation, conveyors and packaging system.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Set up and used computers as part of operation
- Provided buddy training and guidance to junior staff members on standard operating procedures.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment for potential hazards or malfunctions.
- Assisted in troubleshooting processes when problems occurred.
- Maintained accurate records of daily operations in accordance with safety protocols.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and colleagues, both verbally and in writing.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
Casual Relief Teacher
St Joseph's Catholic Primary
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with staff members on daily curriculum lessons and projects.
- Supervised students during lunchtime, breaks, field trips, or special events.
- Administered assessments to measure student learning outcomes.
- Provided feedback on student performance through verbal comments or written reports.
Tractor Operator
Ace Pacific Ltd
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Assisted in loading and unloading of cargo from vehicles to ensure safe transport of goods.
- Inspected tractors for mechanical defects or malfunctions prior to operation.
- Adjusted air pressure in tires, checked fluid levels, and refueled tractors when necessary.
- Operated tractor and trailer to haul kiwifruit bins.
- Followed safety protocols while operating heavy machinery.
- Performed preventative maintenance on the tractor such as lubrication, oil changes, and filter replacements.
- Maintained cleanliness of tractors and equipment, ensuring machines were ready for next use.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to troubleshoot and repair minor mechanical issues.
Fruit Picker
Phil Greig Strawberry Gardens
Kumeu
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided assistance to other pickers when necessary.
- Transported harvested fruit to designated storage areas.
- Harvested ripe fruits from trees and bushes.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
- Loaded harvested fruit into crates or baskets for transport.
- Inspected fruit for defects, such as bruises or rot.
- Culled damaged or over-ripe fruits from the harvest.
- Transported barrels, baskets and crates of picked fruit to assigned areas.
Teacher
Ruapotaka School
Panmure
01.2000 - 10.2020
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
Education
Diploma of Teaching (Primary) - Teaching
University of Auckland
11-1999
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Auckland
11-1998
B Bursary -
King's College
Otahuhu12-1989
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Preventive maintenance
- Machine troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Data recording
- Robotics operation
- Record keeping
- Team collaboration
- Forklift operation
- Effective communication
- Training and mentoring
- Heavy lifting
- Standard operating procedures
- Safe equipment operation
- Loading and unloading
Certification
- Forklift Operators Certificate Of Training. 04/08/23-04/08/26. Certificate # IVS128225
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Process Operator
New Zealand New Milk Ltd
01.2022 - 06.2025
Casual Relief Teacher
St Joseph's Catholic Primary
06.2021 - 12.2023
Tractor Operator
Ace Pacific Ltd
02.2021 - 06.2021
Fruit Picker
Phil Greig Strawberry Gardens
10.2020 - 06.2021
Teacher
Ruapotaka School
01.2000 - 10.2020
Diploma of Teaching (Primary) - Teaching
University of Auckland
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Auckland
B Bursary -
King's College
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