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Joshua Patuwai

Gisborne,Gisborne

Summary

Adept at enhancing operational efficiency, I leveraged my knife handling and teamwork skills at PAK'nSAVE to streamline meat packaging processes, ensuring top-notch hygiene and food safety. My proactive approach in inventory and storage management significantly contributed to meeting stringent quality standards, embodying continuous improvement and meticulous attention to detail.

Developed strong skills in fast-paced, team-oriented environment, with focus on maintaining quality and efficiency. Skilled in handling and processing perishable goods, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards. Looking to transition into new field where these abilities can contribute to team success and operational excellence.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Meat Handler

PAK'nSAVE
08.2022 - 02.2024
  • Managed time effectively, prioritizing tasks according to deadlines and adjusting workload as needed to meet daily production goals.
  • Packaged and attached labeling to various meat selections.
  • Sanitized surfaces to maintain cleanliness of food service area.
  • Upheld high standards of sanitation by diligently cleaning tools, equipment, and surfaces throughout each shift.
  • Inspected meat to perform quality assurance checks.
  • Streamlined packaging process with meticulous attention to detail in weighing, labeling, and sealing packages.
  • Packed meat in Styrofoam, plastic and paper packaging and weighed on scale for pricing.
  • Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
  • Supported team members in their tasks when needed, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized efficient operations.
  • Ensured meat quality by properly storing and rotating products according to established guidelines.
  • Prepared various meats by cutting, trimming and packaging in preparation for display cases.
  • Organized and stored items at specific temperatures to maintain freshness.

Wool Handler

Kirkpatrick Shearing
07.2020 - 02.2021
  • Assisted shearers in maintaining a smooth workflow, promptly removing shorn fleece from the workspace.
  • Optimized workflow by coordinating with team members to effectively manage multiple shearing stations simultaneously.
  • Maximized productivity by effectively organizing and managing wool inventory in storage areas.

Junior Wool Presser

Kirkpatrick Shearing
12.2019 - 02.2020
  • Minimized waste during the pressing process, implementing careful handling techniques and attention to detail.
  • Operated steam, hydraulic or other pressing machines to remove wrinkles from garments and flatwork items.
  • Adhered to safety guidelines and closely followed equipment instructions to prevent accidents and garment damage.
  • Improved wool pressing efficiency by maintaining and operating pressing equipment proficiently.

Skills

  • Knife handling
  • Workplace safety
  • Food safety regulations
  • Hygiene practices
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Shipment processing
  • Storage management
  • Cleaning & sanitation
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Task prioritization
  • Time management abilities
  • Continuous improvement
  • Inventory management

Additional Information

To whom this cv may reach I look forward to hearing from you no matter the outcome I hope you would consider me to be an acceptable candidate. Thank you

Timeline

Meat Handler

PAK'nSAVE
08.2022 - 02.2024

Wool Handler

Kirkpatrick Shearing
07.2020 - 02.2021

Junior Wool Presser

Kirkpatrick Shearing
12.2019 - 02.2020

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