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Daniel McWatters

Palmerston North

Summary

An agile professional in a variety of roles, prepared for challenges associated with specialized machinery operation and management . Adept at producing high-quality work, contributing to team success and meeting project specifications. Reliable, adaptable, and committed to collaboration, ensuring smooth workflow and consistent results. Enthusiastic and personable a great fit to any workplace.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Water Jet Operator / Engineer

CNS Stainless Engineering
08.2023 - Current
  • Designed and constructed a device to further increase productivity for myself and the team.
  • Assisted in minimizing material waste by optimizing cutting patterns and nesting parts strategically.
  • Maintained positive relationships and used effective communication with co-workers and customers to reduce mistakes and ensure smoother workflow.
  • Kept accurate records of job specifications, materials used, and maintenance performed on equipment for future reference.
  • Reduced material costs through effective inventory management and proper storage techniques for various types of materials used in water jet cutting processes.

Assistant Manager / Tyre Technician

Tony's Tyre and Auto Care
10.2022 - 08.2023
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.

Labourer

Naki Labour Hire
12.2017 - 10.2022

NOTE: This position was during summer holidays after High-school and subsequent summer breaks during tertiary study.

  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to labourer tasks.
  • Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
  • Delivered consistent results under challenging weather conditions or other external factors affecting productivity.

Education

Bachelor of Business - Business Management

Massey University
Palmerston North, NZ
04-2024

Skills

  • Machine operation
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Adaptive learning
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication

Interests

  • Martial Arts and Exercise
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation
  • Backpacking, Hiking, Fishing and Hunting
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Avid Reader
  • Weekend Get-Away's

Timeline

Water Jet Operator / Engineer

CNS Stainless Engineering
08.2023 - Current

Assistant Manager / Tyre Technician

Tony's Tyre and Auto Care
10.2022 - 08.2023

Labourer

Naki Labour Hire
12.2017 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Business - Business Management

Massey University
Daniel McWatters