Martin Todd
wanganui,Wanganui
Summary
Public-facing Butcher Assistant situationally-aware and supportive in all aspects of butcher operations. Safety-oriented operator of saws, knives and meat grinders with efficiency and speed. Creative designer of appealing product displays and food arrangements complete with garnishes, functional elements and pricing.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Butcher Assistant
Countdown Supermarket
Wangnui, New Zealand
08.2010 - 06.2021
- 03Rotated products to prevent meat spoilage and loss of resources.
- Wrote, printed and displayed signs for customer information.
- Followed strict food safety protocol as outlined by nz food handling guidelines.
- Analyzed meat temperatures for safety and quality and monitored heat conditions for stability.
- Assisted 30 customers daily by taking and filling special orders and making product suggestions.
- Assisted 30] customers daily by taking and filling special orders
Warehouse Worker
Foodstuffs North Island
Upper Hutt, WGN
03.1990 - 09.2003
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
- Moved products using overhead cranes, forklifts and other equipment, consistently meeting challenging performance goals.
- Placed incoming inventory in optimal storage locations to promote continued accuracy and easy retrieval.
- Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Managed product staging to efficiently transfer items between receiving, storage and shipping locations.
- Simplified shipping and receiving processes for improved workflow.
- Operated RF scanners to track merchandise and verify contents of containers.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
- Acknowledged safety issues and contacted shift supervisor regarding concerns and for quick resolution.
- Readied product pallets for optimal storage and shipment, carefully organizing boxes and balancing weight.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
Painter and Decorator
NZR
Wellington, WGN
01.1980 - 09.1988
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns and paint rollers.
- Repaired wall holes and scrapes.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Painted lines for parking lot stalls and safety lines on curves in road.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Obtained correct dimensions and specifications by properly measuring areas.
- Mixed and matched paints according to customer specifications.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing and priming.
- Selected proper amount and type of thinners and accelerant to be used for specific jobs.
- Corrected surface imperfections by filling cracks, holes and joints.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Achieved optimal adherence by washing, treating and sanding surfaces.
- Applied caulk, putty and plaster to walls using correct techniques to achieve professional finishes.
- Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
Education
High School Diploma -
Heretaunga College
Upper Hutt, WGN11.1979
Skills
- Meat weighing and labeling
- Hand-eye coordination
- Safe food handling
- Forklift Operation
- Supplies maintenance
- Depth perception
Accomplishments
Was taugh to some cuts of meat and to order stock for the meat department.
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Timeline
Butcher Assistant
Countdown Supermarket
08.2010 - 06.2021
Warehouse Worker
Foodstuffs North Island
03.1990 - 09.2003
Painter and Decorator
NZR
01.1980 - 09.1988
High School Diploma -
Heretaunga College