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Michael Brown

Marsden,QLD

Summary

Proven expertise in equipment maintenance and collaborative project support, honed across roles from Tenon Sawmill Taupo to WMI Sawmill. Excelled in enhancing productivity and safety, achieving significant quality control milestones. Skilled in surface preparation and instructional guidance, consistently delivering above employer expectations with a keen focus on quality assurance and efficiency.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Timber Grader

WMI Sawmill
01.2017 - 09.2024
  • Graded raw materials based on checklist of quality standards.
  • Improved student performance by providing constructive feedback on assignments and tests.
  • Removed items of inferior grades from production lines and collected for alternate use or disposal.
  • Managed deadlines effectively, ensuring timely completion of all required tasks while maintaining high-quality standards throughout the evaluation process.
  • Collaborated with other graders to ensure a fair and balanced assessment of all students'' efforts.
  • Contributed to a positive learning environment by upholding academic integrity standards and addressing misconduct promptly.

Tractor Driver

CWR
08.2016 - 11.2016
  • Increased equipment longevity by performing routine maintenance checks, ensuring optimal tractor performance.
  • Provided guidance to less experienced team members, sharing knowledge about best practices for tractor operation within the context of specific tasks.
  • Used large tractors to cut and plow land according to job specifications, consistently meeting deadlines with quick, accurate work.
  • Transported harvested goods efficiently by safely attaching trailers or wagons to tractors as needed.
  • Reduced fuel consumption by implementing eco-friendly driving techniques during daily tractor operations.
  • Assisted in the development of efficient irrigation systems, utilizing tractor capabilities to install necessary components.
  • Enhanced crop yield by efficiently operating and maintaining various tractor attachments for field preparation.
  • Maintained turf with professional mowing, maintenance and upkeep services with tractors.
  • Completed specialized training courses to stay current on industry standards for safe and effective tractor operation.

Industrial Spray Painter

MB Century
01.2013 - 05.2016
  • Upheld strict quality control standards by inspecting finished products for flaws or imperfections before they were shipped to clients.
  • Sustained a high level of productivity with minimal rework needed, completing tasks efficiently while maintaining exceptional attention to detail throughout the entire process.
  • Achieved a high-quality finish by properly preparing surfaces and selecting appropriate coatings for various industrial projects.
  • Maintained accurate documentation related to job schedules, material usage logs, safety inspections, and more for proper record-keeping purposes.
  • Reduced downtime between projects through efficient setup and breakdown procedures for all equipment used in spray painting operations.
  • Completed projects within deadlines while maintaining strict attention to detail and following client specifications.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining clean work areas and adhering to safety guidelines during spray painting operations.

Cladding Installer

Southern Installation
02.2012 - 10.2012
  • Resolved any on-site issues quickly and effectively by troubleshooting problems, coordinating with team members, and implementing appropriate solutions to maintain project timelines.
  • Addressed any issues or concerns raised by clients promptly and professionally, maintaining strong customer relationships throughout projects.
  • Collaborated with construction teams to ensure seamless integration of cladding systems into building designs.
  • Enhanced building insulation by effectively applying exterior cladding systems, reducing energy consumption.

Pipe Tester / Underground Servicing

Downers NZ
09.2011 - 12.2011
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards by rigorously following established testing methodologies and best practices.
  • Maintained test environment stability by conducting regular maintenance and system upgrades, ensuring accurate testing results.
  • Identified critical bugs through thorough testing processes, enhancing overall product performance.
  • Conducted tests and diagnostic procedures using tools such as analyzers, multimeters, and power supplies.
  • Collaborated with development teams to resolve defects and improve the overall stability of applications.
  • Increased product reliability through continuous monitoring of production environments, identifying anomalies indicative of potential issues before they impact end users.

Labourer

Construction Trade Training
01.2009 - 04.2011
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.

Assembler

Place Makers Taupo
10.2007 - 11.2008
  • Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.

Mouldings Plant Operator

Tenon Sawmill Taupo
04.2002 - 10.2007
  • Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
  • Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions or failures.
  • Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
  • Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.

Education

NCEA LEVEL 2 -

Taupo Nui A Tia College
Taupo

Skills

  • Product sort
  • Packaging
  • Assessment Design
  • Surface Preparation
  • Incline Grading
  • Equipment Trailering
  • Production Control
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Safety Precautions
  • Quality Control
  • Visual assessment
  • Quality Assurance
  • Product categorization
  • Feedback Delivery
  • Product culling
  • Collaboration
  • Instructional skills
  • Project Support
  • Materials Preparation
  • Power tools
  • Hand tools

Timeline

Timber Grader

WMI Sawmill
01.2017 - 09.2024

Tractor Driver

CWR
08.2016 - 11.2016

Industrial Spray Painter

MB Century
01.2013 - 05.2016

Cladding Installer

Southern Installation
02.2012 - 10.2012

Pipe Tester / Underground Servicing

Downers NZ
09.2011 - 12.2011

Labourer

Construction Trade Training
01.2009 - 04.2011

Assembler

Place Makers Taupo
10.2007 - 11.2008

Mouldings Plant Operator

Tenon Sawmill Taupo
04.2002 - 10.2007

NCEA LEVEL 2 -

Taupo Nui A Tia College

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