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Overview
Work History
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Sheakanah Matapelu

Auckland,Mangere
Sheakanah Matapelu

Summary

Reliable Machine Operator with work history of good performance in fast-paced production environments. Knowledgeable in quality control measures and manufacturing quality standards. Demonstrated expertise in equipment operation and maintenance. Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts. Experienced Machine Operator with expertise in creating industrial and automotive components. Efficiently completes assignments and supports production requirements. Flexible in applying technical knowledge to meet diverse maintenance needs. Competent at training new hires in safety standards.

Overview

22
years of professional experience

Work History

GMP Pharmaceuticals
Auckland

Machine Operator
02.2020 - 11.2020

Job overview

  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
  • Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.

Fonterra Co-operative Group
Takanini, AUK

Machine Operator
05.2016 - 06.2019

Job overview

  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
  • Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
  • Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
  • Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
  • Dismantled machinery to access, remove and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics for production runs.
  • Established parameters for each job to attain high scores on production test.

Wilson Hellaby
Otahuhu, AUK

Machine Operator/ Meat Packer
11.2012 - 10.2015

Job overview

  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
  • Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.

Sealords
Nelson

Filletter/Team Lead
05.1994 - 05.2009

Job overview

  • Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
  • Took on additional job duties during unexpected backlog, resulting in meeting project target date.
  • Continuously checked products for quality assurance according to strict guidelines.
  • Participated in cross-functional team-building activities.
  • Directed and supervised team of 80.
  • Prepared detailed reports on updates to project specifications, progress, identified conflicts and team activities.
  • Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
  • Operated production machinery safely to reduce workplace accidents.
  • Handled troubleshooting tasks and used repair methods to immediately rectify assembly line issues.
  • Operated material moving equipment to move heavy loads and maintain production levels.
  • Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
  • Tracked receipts, employee hours and inventory movements.
  • Conducted frequent equipment inspections and basic repair actions to keep machinery operating at peak levels.
  • Developed monthly and daily production output plans to deliver on customer service and financial metrics.
  • Adapted plans and adjusted equipment to maintain high standards of functionality and safety.

Skills

  • Reading and Determining Measurements
  • Machine Setup and Shutdown
  • Machinery Operation
  • Handheld Scanners
  • Workstation Equipment Monitoring
  • Knowledge of Production Processes
  • Machine Maintenance
  • Materials Assembly
  • Line Work
  • Teamwork and Communication
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Safety Standards Compliance
  • Good Communication
  • Workplace Safety
  • Safe Machine Operation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Automated Assembly
  • Production Documentation
  • Computer Skills
  • Quality Control
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Pallet Jacks
  • Personnel Records
  • Equipment Monitoring
  • Waste Reduction
  • Scheduling Flexibility
  • Machining and Production Standards
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Performance Management
  • Production Operations
  • Quality Inspections

Timeline

Machine Operator
GMP Pharmaceuticals
02.2020 - 11.2020
Machine Operator
Fonterra Co-operative Group
05.2016 - 06.2019
Machine Operator/ Meat Packer
Wilson Hellaby
11.2012 - 10.2015
Filletter/Team Lead
Sealords
05.1994 - 05.2009
Sheakanah Matapelu