Shane Watts
Hamilton,WKO
Summary
Results-driven Machine/Forklift Operator with a proven track record at Canpac, Fonterra and Drake International. Expert in precision production and equipment maintenance, consistently ensuring job accuracy. Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail led to improved operational efficiency. Skilled in time management and task prioritisation, contributing to seamless production processes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Drake New Zealand, Hamilton
, Hamilton
11.2025 - Current
- Operated forklifts to move materials across warehouse and loading areas.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections to maintain operational safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline material handling and storage processes.
- Maintained organised work areas to facilitate smooth workflow and reduce hazards.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure compliance with workplace regulations and standards.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
Machine Operator
Canpac, Fonterra
Avalon, Hamilton
05.2009 - 07.2025
- Prepared machines for production processes
- Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume
- Produced and time required for each task
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product
- Set up and operate machine to produce precision product
- Performed daily inspections of plant systems, identifying potential problems and taking corrective action as needed
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments
Forklift Operator
Fonterra-Te Awamutu Cool Store
08.2026 - Current
- Operated forklift safely during warehouse assignments across Drake New Zealand Hamilton sites.
- Loaded and unloaded pallets from trucks, containers, and storage racking.
- Moved stock to designated locations following warehouse instructions and safety rules.
- Maintained tidy work areas to support safe warehouse operations.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
Skills
- Machine operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Precision production
- Fork lift license
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Task prioritisation
Certification
- Full NZ Drivers license
- F endorsement
- OSH Forklift Operator Certificate
REFERENCES
- Bryan Sinclair - Site Operations Manager, 027 405 7409
- Richard Kruidhof - Blending Team Leader, 027 231 8017
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Fonterra-Te Awamutu Cool Store
08.2026 - Current
Forklift Operator
Drake New Zealand, Hamilton
11.2025 - Current
Machine Operator
Canpac, Fonterra
05.2009 - 07.2025