Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
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Gary Hawea

Hawera,TKI

Summary

Team-oriented leader with proven leadership and motivational skills successful in helping group members achieve business goals. Respectful and clear communicator focused on enhancing teamwork and collaboratively addressing challenges with logical approaches. Skilled in building relationships and enhancing employee satisfaction to drive work performance. Safety-conscious individual comfortable lifting, pushing and pulling material weighing up to 30KG. Dedicated to producing products of consistent quality. Excellent time management, organizational and written and verbal communication skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Group Leader

Silver Fern Farms Hawera Plant
09.2020 - Current
  • Improved team productivity by implementing efficient project management strategies and delegating tasks effectively.
  • Developed a collaborative work environment through open communication and regular team meetings, enhancing overall group performance.
  • Streamlined processes in the department, leading to increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
  • Mentored team members to enhance their skillsets, resulting in higher-quality work and improved job satisfaction.
  • Established clear goals and expectations for the team, promoting accountability and fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Coordinated training programs for staff development, equipping them with skills necessary for success in their roles.

Team Leader

Silver Fern Farms Hawera Plant
08.2019 - 09.2020
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
  • Developed Worker's'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
  • Increased customer satisfaction ratings by closely monitoring service quality standards and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.

Knife Operator

Silver Fern Farms Hawera Plant
04.2011 - 08.2019
  • Reduced machine downtime for repairs with routine maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
  • Performed equipment inspections to identify potential issues before they impacted productivity.
  • Stood for long hours, frequently reached or bent and lifted up to 30KGS regularly to carry out daily tasks.
  • Operated cutting machine according to all safety protocols.
  • Ensured consistent product quality through precise machine calibration and monitoring.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures.

Education

No Degree -

Wanganui City College
Whanganui, NZ

Skills

  • Recreational Activity Planning
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Quality Control
  • Payroll Administration
  • Staff Management
  • Task Prioritization
  • Decision Making
  • Critical Thinking
  • Adaptability
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Root Cause Analysis Participation
  • Teamwork and Communication
  • Machine Operation
  • Computer Skills
  • Incident Reporting
  • Forklift Operation
  • Health and Safety Procedures
  • Production Tracking

Certification

Forklift operators Certificate - unit standard 10851

Accident Investigation - 17601

Hazard and Risk Management - 30265, 00497

Management and handling of Hazardous Substances - 31290, 31293

First Aid

Affiliations

  • Mechanical minded - Like working on cars, restoring

References

Eugene Wall - Section Manager 

Eugene.Wall@silverfernfarms.co.nz

0272819842



Timeline

Group Leader

Silver Fern Farms Hawera Plant
09.2020 - Current

Team Leader

Silver Fern Farms Hawera Plant
08.2019 - 09.2020

Knife Operator

Silver Fern Farms Hawera Plant
04.2011 - 08.2019

No Degree -

Wanganui City College

Forklift operators Certificate - unit standard 10851

Accident Investigation - 17601

Hazard and Risk Management - 30265, 00497

Management and handling of Hazardous Substances - 31290, 31293

First Aid

Gary Hawea