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Robert Tane

Welcome Bay ,Tauranga

Summary

Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, I leveraged my materials handling expertise and exceptional customer service skills at Fisher Windows BOP Ltd. Achieved significant reductions in product damage and maintained a clean safety record, underscoring my ability to streamline warehouse operations and ensure timely deliveries.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Inwards / Outwards Storeman Deliverys

Fisher Windows BOP Ltd
12.2018 - 01.2024
  • Maintained a clean and clutter-free warehouse, ensuring easy access to products and adherence to safety guidelines.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to workplace health and safety standards, conducting regular inspections, and reporting hazards immediately.
  • Ensured timely order fulfillment through accurate picking, packing, and dispatching of goods as per customer requirements.
  • Reduced product damage with proper handling, storage, and packaging techniques during loading and unloading processes.

Delivery Driver

Fisher Windows BOP Ltd
12.2018 - 01.2024
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
  • Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.

Heavy Vehicle Wheel Alignment

Truck Steering Services Ltd
04.2008 - 04.2018

Inspection of worn mechanical and working parts for COF and steering alignment and axle bending camber corrections for heavy truck and trailers .

Had done over 3000 heavy vehicles for alignments and test driven to make sure that job was correct. Had helped out with servicing for steering boxes and replacements also crash repairs for insurance companies to name a few things.

Had good relationships with drivers and company owners towards there truck and trailer tire ware and steering .

Refinery Operator

Bakels Inedible Oils & Fats NZ Ltd
07.1996 - 07.2008
  • Participated in emergency response drills to ensure preparedness for potential incidents at the refinery site.
  • Managed inventories of raw materials, finished products, catalysts, chemicals, ensuring sufficient stock levels for uninterrupted operations.
  • Maximized product yield with careful analysis of process streams and making necessary adjustments.
  • Performed inspections to determine quality of final product.
  • Safeguarded refinery assets through diligent monitoring; detected leaks early mitigating possible hazards or losses caused due to failures.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting process modifications that led to better efficiency and performance metrics achievement.
  • Supported plant startups and shutdowns, ensuring a smooth transition between operational states.
  • Optimized refinery efficiency by monitoring process units and adjusting operational parameters.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Coordinated with laboratory technicians to analyze samples promptly, enabling swift decision-making based on accurate data.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying opportunities to reduce energy consumption and waste generation in the process units.
  • Guided less experienced operators during critical tasks like unit start-ups or shutdowns providing invaluable expertise and experience for successful outcomes.
  • Ensured safe work environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
  • Evaluated and updated standard operating procedures to reflect current best practices, resulting in improved operational efficiency and safety.
  • Provided training to new operators on standard operating procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation techniques.
  • Performed quality control checks on finished products before being released into the market for customer satisfaction.
  • Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance on pumps, compressors, and other essential equipment.
  • Complied with environmental regulations by tracking emissions data closely; worked with engineers to minimize pollutants release from processes.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of daily operations, incidents, and equipment maintenance records for regulatory compliance.
  • Assisted in turnaround projects for timely completion and minimizing production losses.
  • Enhanced communication among team members by implementing efficient shift handover procedures.
  • Telephoned and radioed team members to coordinate efficient and smooth pump operations.
  • Completed basic maintenance and repairs on pumping equipment and lines.
  • Took samples of products for further analysis and standardized testing.
  • Observed production operations, identified safety hazards and addressed problems to maintain safety for all personnel.
  • Observed and tracked information from gauges, instruments and meters to proactively identify and address issues.
  • Maintained well-calibrated systems to keep inspections accurate.
  • Used automated measuring equipment and hand-held devices to evaluate production.
  • Conducted general housekeeping functions such as removing spills and organizing supplies.
  • Tracked inspection results and submitted reports outlining data and highlighting deviations.
  • Completed thorough measurements and sorted out defective parts.
  • Circulated chemicals and solvents inside processing units to clean interiors.
  • Collaborated with other operators to synchronize product flow from pumphouses and control contamination.
  • Performed daily evaluations of wells by measuring tank levels, checking flow lines and documenting pressures.
  • Inspected parts to assess quality and conformance with specifications.

Tank Farm Operator

Bakels Inedible Oils & Fats NZ Ltd
07.1996 - 07.2008

Tank Farm Operator

Transferring various temperatured and cold products from silo to silos in various sizes from 30000ltrs tanks to 800000ltr silo tanks .

Loading and unloading of truck and trailers of bulk liquids raw and finished products steaming load out and Transfering lines after and before loading CIPing pipe lines to make sure of no cross contamination of products and for inedible lines to packing silos . Laboratory testing before and after loading or unloading handling of chemicals in daily use of Sulphuric acid Caustic soda and phosphoric acid just to summer rise my daily job with being also a refinery operator .

Truck Driver

Bain Bro / Top Trans / Tom Preston
07.1986 - 07.1996
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
  • Improved on-time delivery rates by effectively planning and executing efficient driving routes.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
  • Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
  • Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Transported of logging tipping and bulk liquids for the 3 truck company's for loading or unloading from most of the north island .
  • Logging from the waikato king county to tauranga/ kinleth / kawerau.
  • Bulk liquids from Te Awamutu / Auckland Terminals / Tauranga Terminals / New Plymouth Terminals Affco Plants though out NZ / of Oils and Tallow Wine and some bulk waste Chemicals to name a few

Education

Finished College

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Materials Handling
  • Warehouse Organization
  • Order Preparation
  • Health & Safety First
  • Just a Good Bugger to be around and get on with anyone
  • Role model
  • Listening Completing targets efficiency timely in a safe according manner
  • Thinking smart not Hard

Additional Information

I'm a down to earth person and straight up and down .

I'm very reliable never late and have injoyed every job that I've done in my career so far .

Love time with family and friends watching live sports surfing fishing gym and diving just to name a few things outside work.

I am willing to sit any certificates or licenses that is needed to increase my chances to be able to progress to get a position available.

Timeline

Inwards / Outwards Storeman Deliverys

Fisher Windows BOP Ltd
12.2018 - 01.2024

Delivery Driver

Fisher Windows BOP Ltd
12.2018 - 01.2024

Heavy Vehicle Wheel Alignment

Truck Steering Services Ltd
04.2008 - 04.2018

Refinery Operator

Bakels Inedible Oils & Fats NZ Ltd
07.1996 - 07.2008

Tank Farm Operator

Bakels Inedible Oils & Fats NZ Ltd
07.1996 - 07.2008

Truck Driver

Bain Bro / Top Trans / Tom Preston
07.1986 - 07.1996

Finished College
Robert Tane