Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
References
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Ruth Teariki-Metua

Christchurch

Summary

Kia Orana! I'm 24 years old, and I am of Cook Island descent. I'm a proud mother of my 4-year-old daughter. I am currently on a sole parent benefit, and I am looking to get back into the workforce. Actively seeking part-time and full-time opportunities, I have reliable transport and am available seven days a week.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Mattress Assembly

Sleepy Head
08.2022 - 10.2022
  • Prepared and pre-glued foam comfort layers for production.
  • Picked and loaded foam materials efficiently.
  • Matched borders, panels, and covers to spring units accurately.
  • Loaded panels onto spring systems for assembly.
  • Operated conveyor systems, flippers, and turntables to enhance workflow.
  • Utilized air hose for various operational tasks effectively.

Mussel Grader in Chiller

Southern Seafoods
02.2022 - 08.2022

Sorted and graded mussels into appropriate sizes for distribution.

  • Unloaded and loaded trucks, ensuring efficient logistics operations.
  • Packed and graded crayfish to meet quality standards.
  • Maintained food safety and health procedures consistently during operations.
  • Operated forklift to transport materials safely across site.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to enhance workflow.
  • Worked independently under pressure, delivering high-quality graded mussels.
  • Managed tasks efficiently while adhering to safety protocols.

Factory Hand-Process Worker

Sealords
08.2019 - 04.2020
  • Operated conveyor processing lines for efficient fish grading and product handling.
  • Maintained food safety, sanitation, and quality procedures to ensure compliance.
  • Weighed and packed products, including hoki fillets, ensuring accuracy and quality standards.
  • Executed deep sea fishing operations while adhering to safety regulations.
  • Trained in food handling and manufacturing procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Performed weighing and trimming of fillets to meet product specifications.
  • Implemented best practices for maintaining cleanliness in processing areas.

Education

Level 3 Sport, Recreation & Exercise - Hygiene, Health & Safety in The Gym, Teaching And Training Individuals in Physical Exercise

New Zealand Institute of Sport
01.2018

Level 2 Fishing industry skills course -

Westport Deep Sea Fishing School

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Instruction adherence
  • Effective communication
  • Pressure management
  • Quality assurance
  • Microsoft Word proficiency
  • Calendar organization
  • Verbal and written communication

Hobbies and Interests

  • Spending quality time with my family
  • Love being outdoors (Camping, walks/hikes, swimming)
  • Exploring new cultures and languages

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Mattress Assembly

Sleepy Head
08.2022 - 10.2022

Mussel Grader in Chiller

Southern Seafoods
02.2022 - 08.2022

Factory Hand-Process Worker

Sealords
08.2019 - 04.2020

Level 3 Sport, Recreation & Exercise - Hygiene, Health & Safety in The Gym, Teaching And Training Individuals in Physical Exercise

New Zealand Institute of Sport

Level 2 Fishing industry skills course -

Westport Deep Sea Fishing School
Ruth Teariki-Metua