LEATUSE IAKOPO
Manurewa,Auckland
Summary
I am currently looking for new career opportunities due to the recent closure of my previous workplace. I’m a strong, dependable Meat-Processing and Production Worker with extensive experience in skin packing, butchery, quality control, and forklift operation. Skilled in fast-paced environments prioritizing safety and productivity. Quick to adapt and thrive both independently and within teams.
Overview
8
8
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Packer, Skin Grade, Forklift Operator and Trainer
AFFCO
Wiri , Auckland
12.2023 - 08.2026
- Supported the production team in achieving over 7,000 skins daily through consistent quality control.
- Ensured accurate grading of skins to meet strict quality standards, maintaining product integrity.
- Packed more than 1,000 skins per day while maintaining quality and production standards.
- Trained new staff in correct packing and grading procedure.
- Maintained a safe working environment during high-volume processing efficiently.
- Traveled to different Affco plants around the North and South Island to train and support new and existing staff members.
Knife Hand (Butcher) / Sawman
Silver Fern Farms
Pareora
11.2019 - 01.2023
- Cut and separated the meat from the bone accurately using knives and processing equipment.
- Conducted pre-operational checks to ensure equipment and work areas were fully prepared for shifts.
- Implemented safe work practices while ensuring consistent quality in a fast-paced production environment.
Education
Conflict Resolution; Life Online; Kaitiakitanga; Assertiveness & Confidence; Wellbeing
Project Ikuna
Auckland 01.2024 - 01.2025
Certificate of Nursing -
University of Samoa, Faculty of Nursing
To’omatagi, Apia Samoa 01.2014 - 06.2016
Samoa School Leaving Certificate -
Leifiifi College
Mālifa, Apia, Samoa 01.2009 - 12.2013
SKILLS
- Meat packing techniques
- Processing equipment operation
- Quality control
- Meat quality assessment
- Forklift operation
- Sanitation practices
- Workplace safety awareness
- Production problem solving
- Staff training
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and fitness
- Skin grading
- Production flow
- Workplace safety
- Team communication
- Leadership support
- Food safety regulations
Timeline
Conflict Resolution; Life Online; Kaitiakitanga; Assertiveness & Confidence; Wellbeing
Project Ikuna
01.2024 - 01.2025
Packer, Skin Grade, Forklift Operator and Trainer
AFFCO
12.2023 - 08.2026
Knife Hand (Butcher) / Sawman
Silver Fern Farms
11.2019 - 01.2023
Certificate of Nursing -
University of Samoa, Faculty of Nursing
01.2014 - 06.2016
Samoa School Leaving Certificate -
Leifiifi College
01.2009 - 12.2013