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John Dowling

Cobden, Greymouth,West Coast

Summary

With a proven track record at kokiri Meat Works, I excelled in meat cutting precision and team building, significantly reducing workplace injuries through adept knife handling. My diverse experience, including farm operations and animal care, showcases my ability to multitask and make decisive contributions to workplace efficiency and safety.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Meat Works

Michael Kelly
01.2022 - Current
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Assisted in training new employees, sharing knowledge of best practices and company procedures.
  • Demonstrated versatility by quickly learning new tasks as required, increasing value within the team.
  • Improved team productivity by effectively communicating with coworkers and supervisors on project requirements.
  • Prepared various meats by cutting, trimming and packaging.
  • Received extensive on-the-job training for proper knife handling techniques, reducing workplace injuries among coworkers.
  • Cleaned and maintained equipment used in cutting and trimming, complying with hygiene and sanitation standards.
  • Adhered to strict food safety guidelines, maintaining a clean workspace and minimizing the risk of crosscontamination.
  • Checked temperature environment to maximize food safety.

Farm Hand

Lee Frendrup
02.2017 - 11.2021
  • Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
  • Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
  • Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and feed out wagons.
  • Placed orders for animal food and confirmed delivery dates and times.

General Farm Hand

Kelly Molloy
04.2016 - 01.2017
  • Cleaned, repaired and maintained farm machinery and tools to keep resources in good working condition.
  • Contributed to a positive working environment through effective communication with team members and supervisors alike.
  • Enhanced overall farm efficiency with regular maintenance and repair of farming machinery and equipment.
  • Trimmed and removed unwanted plant growth to improve health and yield of crops.
  • Examined livestock animals for signs of illness and injury.
  • Branded or tagged livestock with name.
  • Working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Trained new farm hands in efficient work methods and safety practices, fostering knowledgeable and safety-conscious team.
  • Assisted in birth of livestock, enhancing farm's productivity and animal well-being.
  • Conducted daily health checks on animals, swiftly identifying and addressing any signs of illness to maintain herd health.
  • Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.

Calf Rearer

Zach
08.2015 - 11.2015

I had worked for land corp ruru State Farm, years back. In fact, it was my first ever job. My duties included bringing calfs to the shed pens, feeding calf’s and learning how to tag them, and also learned about how to d-horn them aswell.

Education

Greymouth High School
Westcoast, Greymouth

Skills

  • Meat cutting precision
  • Food safety regulations
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Cross-contamination prevention
  • Workstation setup
  • Butchering techniques
  • Knife handling skills
  • Temperature control

Timeline

Meat Works

Michael Kelly
01.2022 - Current

Farm Hand

Lee Frendrup
02.2017 - 11.2021

General Farm Hand

Kelly Molloy
04.2016 - 01.2017

Calf Rearer

Zach
08.2015 - 11.2015

Greymouth High School
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