Marina Kanara
Papakura
Summary
•Full class 2,4 & class 5Learners license
•OSH Cert & F endorsement
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Manager
Freight Easy ltd
01.2021 - Current
- Analyzed market trends to inform strategic decision-making related to product offerings and pricing strategies.
- Directed daily operations, managing resources efficiently to achieve desired outcomes consistently.
- Reduced employee turnover with effective hiring practices and strong team-building initiatives.
- Increased revenue by identifying new markets and developing strategies for expansion.
- Developed and maintained key performance metrics, driving continuous improvement in operations.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, ensuring products met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion and on-time delivery.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
Wage Driver
PBT Couriers
09.2013 - 01.2021
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Boosted company reputation through excellent driving record free from accidents or violations over an extended period of time.
- Maintained accurate delivery records, ensuring all packages were accounted for and delivered to the correct recipients.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining on-time delivery performance rates.
- Handled fragile materials carefully, resulting in minimal damage claims from customers during transit period.
- Obtained signatures from customers upon delivery of goods.
- Increased productivity by assisting in loading/unloading vehicles when necessary, expediting the delivery process.
- Assisted in warehouse operations when needed, contributing to overall team efficiency and productivity goals attainment.
- Reduced incidents of late deliveries by implementing effective time-management strategies.
- Assisted in loading and unloading goods, ensuring they were securely fastened and undamaged upon arrival.
- Improved route efficiency, leading to reduction in average delivery times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing courteous and efficient service during deliveries.
- Ensured timely and safe delivery of goods to various locations, maintaining record of punctuality and minimal incidents.
- Safely transported goods across long distances, adhering strictly to traffic laws and regulations.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Contributed to team meetings with feedback on route efficiencies and safety, driving continuous improvement.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Pick and Packing
NZ Merchants LTD
09.2010 - 12.2010
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Packing and Manufacturing
Griffins Foods
01.2008 - 08.2009
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Manufacturing and Packing
Croxley Stationery Ltd
02.2001 - 04.2007
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Team player
- Problem solving
- Fast learner
- Hardworking
Timeline
Operating Manager
Freight Easy ltd
01.2021 - Current
Wage Driver
PBT Couriers
09.2013 - 01.2021
Pick and Packing
NZ Merchants LTD
09.2010 - 12.2010
Packing and Manufacturing
Griffins Foods
01.2008 - 08.2009
Manufacturing and Packing
Croxley Stationery Ltd
02.2001 - 04.2007
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