Matty Russell
Feilding,MWT
Summary
Dedicated Meat Handler with proven expertise at Affco New Zealand, excelling in knife handling and workplace safety. Achieved significant reductions in food waste through efficient packaging and portioning. Strong team player, fostering collaboration and training new staff to uphold high standards,and a huge believer in team culture
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Handler
Affco New Zealand - Manawatu Plant
Feilding, MWT
11.2007 - 03.2026
- Operated machinery for processing meat products efficiently
- Adhered to safety protocols ensuring compliance in all tasks
- Assisted in quality control checks, maintaining product standards
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow processes
- Trained new staff on handling techniques and operational procedures
- Implemented best practices for sanitation and workplace cleanliness
- Reduced food waste by accurately portioning and packaging meat products for retail sale.
- 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.
- Processed meat by cutting, sorting parts, deboning and grinding.
- Prepared various meats by cutting, trimming and packaging in preparation for display cases.
- Unloaded meat and poultry from delivery trucks to sort and prepare for trimming
Education
No Degree - History
Gisborne Boys High School
EAST COAST Skills
Knife handling
Workplace safety
Meat storage
Food safety regulations
Package labeling
Hand-eye coordination
Pallet jack operation
Temperature monitoring
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Weighing and labeling
Reliability
Adaptability and flexibility
Relationship building
Team building
Physical stamina
Timeline
Meat Handler
Affco New Zealand - Manawatu Plant
11.2007 - 03.2026
No Degree - History
Gisborne Boys High School