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Irae Junior Vailopa

Auckland

Summary

Professional high reach operator with strong experience in warehouse operations and material handling. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

High Reach Operator

Lion Brewery
02.2024 - 06.2025
  • Contributed to team productivity by assisting fellow operators with various tasks, such as pallet wrapping and organizing stock.
  • Collaborated effectively with other team members to maintain a positive work environment and accomplish daily goals as a High Reach Operator.
  • Promoted a clean work environment by promptly disposing of debris and conducting routine maintenance on the high reach forklift.
  • Upheld quality control standards by inspecting incoming shipments for damages or discrepancies before storing them in designated areas of the warehouse.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and operating the high reach equipment responsibly.
  • Assisted in preparing products for shipment by securely packaging items according to company guidelines and ensuring proper labeling of all packages.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by accurately picking and packing orders using a high reach forklift.

Store Person/Reach Forklift Operator

Vitaco Health
05.2022 - 06.2025
  • Served as a reliable team member, consistently arriving on time and prepared for daily duties.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects, such as warehouse reorganization or seasonal stock rotation.
  • Enhanced communication between departments by providing updates on material availability and shipment statuses regularly.
  • Reduced loading times for outbound shipments by efficiently staging and preparing pallets.
  • Increased warehouse efficiency by expertly operating reach forklift equipment for material handling tasks.
  • Streamlined order picking process to ensure timely fulfillment of customer orders.
  • Reduced product damage incidents through diligent operation of reach forklift equipment, adhering to weight limits, height restrictions, and proper stacking techniques consistently.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.

Grocery Assistant

Crackerjack
09.2021 - 03.2022
  • Addressed customer concerns professionally, working towards satisfactory resolutions that fostered loyalty among shoppers.
  • Monitored refrigeration, freezer, and cooling areas for proper functioning and reported issues to supervisor.
  • Checked aisles for spills to complete quick clean-up.
  • Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
  • Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
  • Assisted customers in locating items within the store, streamlining their shopping experience.
  • Removed trash, swept, and mopped floors for professional appearance.
  • Retrieved items for customers and verified prices.
  • Assisted customers with price checking fruits and vegetables and finding requested items in department.

Store Person

Americold NZ Storage
03.2019 - 08.2021
  • Picked stock according to order sheets and prepared for transport.
  • Operated equipment such as hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts on daily basis.
  • Restocked shelves and helped customers locate desired items.
  • Received and checked incoming goods for damage and discrepancies with paperwork.
  • Ensured a clean, safe, and welcoming store environment for customers and staff alike.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through personalized assistance and product recommendations.
  • Updated computer tracking software using scanners and manual entry methods.
  • Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
  • Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.

Forklift Operator

Warehouse Distribution
04.2017 - 02.2019
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Reduced product damage by adhering to strict handling and lifting protocols.
  • Picking orders and dispatch them
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.

Education

Bachelor of Sailor -

National University of Samoa
Samoa
02-2016

Skills

  • Order picking
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Heavy equipment handling
  • Pallet jack operation
  • Warehouse management
  • Forklift certification
  • Certified forklift operator
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication

Languages

English
Professional Working
Samoan
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Strategy Games
  • Video Gaming
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Fishing

Timeline

High Reach Operator

Lion Brewery
02.2024 - 06.2025

Store Person/Reach Forklift Operator

Vitaco Health
05.2022 - 06.2025

Grocery Assistant

Crackerjack
09.2021 - 03.2022

Store Person

Americold NZ Storage
03.2019 - 08.2021

Forklift Operator

Warehouse Distribution
04.2017 - 02.2019

Bachelor of Sailor -

National University of Samoa

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