Lukas Quinn
Otorohanga,WKO
Summary
Resourceful Supervisor known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specializes in team leadership, conflict resolution, and operational oversight. Excels in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability to ensure smooth operations and workplace harmony. Committed to fostering positive work environments and achieving goals through effective supervision and staff engagement.
Overview
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Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Export Manager
Otorohanga Ingrained LTD
Oto, Iowa
02.2026 - Current
- Streamlined import-export arrangements by maintaining current information and regulations on licenses, tariffs and restrictions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of import and export laws and regulations in different countries.
- Coordinated pick-up with piers, trucking companies, steamship line and air carriers for timely delivery.
- Worked closely with logistics personnel to coordinate transport services for shipments abroad.
- Prepared export documentation, including invoices, packing lists, and certificates.
- Reviewed export records to verify accuracy and shipment readiness.
- Performed data quality and analysis with tracking and tracing to final destination.
- Created shipping documents such as commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin.
Supervisor
Otorohanga Timber Company
Otorohanga, Waikato
07.1997 - 02.2026
- Supervised timber production crews across Otorohanga Timber Company mill operations.
- Monitored sawmill workflow to support safe, steady lumber output.
- Trained staff on timber handling, equipment use, and worksite safety.
- Inspected lumber quality against company standards and customer requirements.
- Managed equipment checks with maintenance teams to reduce downtime.
- Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Developed expertise in finger joining techniques over 10 years to ensure precision in wood assembly.
- Gained over 5 years of experience in optimizing timber grading and operating an automated cutline for efficiency.
- Amassed over 10 years of experience in plant and machinery installation, ensuring optimal setup and functionality.
- Gained 3 years of experience in timber staining techniques, enhancing wood appearance and durability.
- Operated 25-tonne forklifts for 26 years, ensuring safe and efficient material handling. And 26 years in operating class 2 and 4 trucks.
Education
School Certification in Maths - Mathematics
Mount Maunganui College
Mount Maunganui, Tauranga Skills
- Sawmill operations
- Timber grading
- Equipment inspections
- Shift scheduling
- Safety compliance
- Crew supervision
- Quality control
- Staff training
- Maintenance coordination
- Problem solving
- Coaching and mentoring
- Staff management
- Payroll processing
- Staff discipline
- Goal oriented
Certification
- Have a Class 2, 4 and F endorsement license.
- Have 20 plus years experience in Health and safety, fire handling, First aid training.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Export Manager
Otorohanga Ingrained LTD
02.2026 - Current
Supervisor
Otorohanga Timber Company
07.1997 - 02.2026
School Certification in Maths - Mathematics
Mount Maunganui College