MAMA ORAKE
Cannons Creek,Wellington
Summary
I am a punctual and reliable person. I considered myself to be hard working and enjoy new experiences and learning. Currently working as a production supervisor. I am seeking a position that compliments my skills and training.
Organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Supervisor
Executive Laundry
2017 - Current
- Oversaw production schedules, ensuring timely completion of laundry services.
- Trained and mentored team members on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing turnaround times.
- Monitored quality control measures, maintaining high standards for finished products
- Analysed production metrics to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making processes.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Managed team of 60 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
- Reduced equipment downtime by implementing preventive maintenance programs and timely repairs.
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment for efficient problemsolving.
- Created an inclusive work culture that encouraged collaboration and open communication among staff members at all levels within the organization.
- Conducted performance reviews, identifying areas for development and providing constructive feedback.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Spotless Services, Wellington
01.2001 - 2017
- Working as part of a team and responsible for the distribution of clean linen to 5 star hotels, age care facilities, private hospitals, hospitality clients and industrial users, staff training, overtime assignment and arranging back – up for absent employees.
- Duties:
- Supervising the day to day activities of a team of 32 staff
- Organizing workload, allocating tasks, tasking team on a daily basis
- Managing team and individual performance
- Customer contact and liaison
- Dealing with and resolving problems and issues which arise
- Ensuring all administrative and invoices are entered and updated correctly
- Ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety guidelines
- Stock inventory management
- Functional relationships
- Plant manager.
- Distribution manager.
- Key account manager.
- Plant engineer.
- Major hotels.
- Private hospitals.
- Age care facilities.
- Hospitality clients.
- Industrial customers.
Education
NZ Diploma - business
Diploma - accounting
Skills
- Proven ability to manage through others
- Strong decision making and problem solving skills
- Able to motivate and lead others in a team environment
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- Able to prioritise tasks and workloads in order of Importance
- Track record of delivering results with deadlines
- Production management
- Training and mentoring
- Health and safety compliance
- Production targets
- Equipment monitoring
- Equipment operation
Certification
- Health and Safety training.
- First Aid training
- Full driver’s license.
PERSONAL INTEREST/ACTIVITIES
Gardening., Family life., Listening to music.
Timeline
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Spotless Services, Wellington
01.2001 - 2017
NZ Diploma - business
Diploma - accounting
Production Supervisor
Executive Laundry
2017 - Current