Stephen Wolter
Mosgiel,Dunedin
Summary
Organized Manufacturing and Process Worker with extensive experience in high-volume manufacturing and warehousing environments. Delivered efficient production outcomes through proactive problem-solving and a strong commitment to health and safety standards. Contributed to team objectives while maintaining adaptability to new technologies and processes, ensuring high-quality results.
Overview
1
1
Certification
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Worker
Kraft Heinz (Gregg's Coffee)
Dunedin
03.2010 - 07.2026
Process Worker
Kraft Heinz (Greggs Dunedin)
03.2010 - 07.2026
- Operated production equipment, maintained quality standards, and facilitated efficient manufacturing processes. The role involves working within a team to meet production targets while following safety, quality and operational procedures.
- Oversaw production operations to ensure efficiency and quality in manufacturing processes.
- Operate and monitor machinery, including startup, shutdown, and changeovers.
- Ensured compliance with product specifications and quality standards, contributing to overall product integrity.
- Identified process deviations and reported equipment issues to ensure operational efficiency.
- Oversaw workplace health and safety practices.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations to protect employees and operations.
- Managed adherence to quality assurance protocols.
- Conducted in-process quality checks and documented results to maintain compliance with quality assurance protocols.
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices(GMP) and food safety regulations.
- Gregg's was Dunedin NZ's sole instant coffee manufacturing company, running continuously 1861- 2026. Processing raw materials into high-quality consumable goods for local and export markets.
Dispatcher
Fisher and Paykel
Dunedin
03.1996 - 06.2009
Dispatcher
Fisher and Paykel. Dunedin.
Dunedin
03.1996 - 06.2009
- Coordinated dispatch of finished goods to ensure timely delivery.
- Operated forklift to manage stock movements and coordinate export orders.
- Operated gantry crane to lift and move materials safely.
Truck driver
JC Transport, Adelaide SA
Adelaide, SA
07.1994 - 06.1995
- Operated a truck and a forklift to deliver plasterboard, coordinating logistics for timely delivery.
- Operated a truck and a forklift to deliver plasterboard, coordinating logistics for timely delivery.
- Secured cargo using restraints, straps, and load checks before departure.
- Inspected truck condition, brakes, tires, lights, and safety equipment.
- Lifted and moved heavy materials to support operational flow. Moving materials to assist operational flow. to support operational needs.
Truck driver
Various
Adelaide, SA
03.1985 - 06.1995
Truck driver
Trend Ceilings, Adelaide SA.
Adelaide, SA
03.1985 - 06.1994
- Operated heavy vehicles for JC Transport across Adelaide SA freight routes.
- Performed various physical tasks in a fast-paced environment to support delivery operations. efficiently in a fast-paced environment to ensure timely delivery.
- Operated a truck and a forklift to transport materials safely by delivering plasterboard and coordinating delivery.
- Conducted pre-start inspections and promptly reported vehicle faults to dispatch, maintaining vehicle safety and compliance.
- Secured loads with straps and chains, adhering to transport safety procedures to prevent damage during transit.
Education
Trade Certificate - Engineering Pathways
TAFE
Adelaide, South AustraliaSkills
- Production scheduling
- Logistics Coordination
- Production monitoring
- Quality inspection
- Process control
- Safety compliance
- Equipment Calibration
- Organized & Reliable: Efficient at managing time, tasks, and resources to consistently deliver high-quality results without micromanagement
- Proactive problem solving
- Communication & Teamwork: Good communication skills Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as a reliable member of a team Sense of humor Strong sense of fair-play
Personal Information
Driving License: OSH Forklift License, NZ Drivers Licenses Class 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. F endorsement
Certification
OSH Forklift License, NZ Drivers Licenses Class 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. F endorsement, HACCP - Allergen handling and storage., Computer Competence: Excel, Word., First Aid.
INTERESTS
Golf: Member of Taieri Lakes Golf Club | Crosswords and puzzles | Gardening.
Timeline
Process Worker
Kraft Heinz (Gregg's Coffee)
03.2010 - 07.2026
Process Worker
Kraft Heinz (Greggs Dunedin)
03.2010 - 07.2026
Dispatcher
Fisher and Paykel
03.1996 - 06.2009
Dispatcher
Fisher and Paykel. Dunedin.
03.1996 - 06.2009
Truck driver
JC Transport, Adelaide SA
07.1994 - 06.1995
Truck driver
Various
03.1985 - 06.1995
Truck driver
Trend Ceilings, Adelaide SA.
03.1985 - 06.1994
Trade Certificate - Engineering Pathways
TAFE