Vernon Forster
Northland,Kaikohe
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Millhand
Mt Pokaka
Northland, Kerikeri
10.2019 - Current
- Operated a variety of saws to cut various materials according to specifications.
- Trained new employees on proper use of milling equipment and safety protocols.
- Maintained and monitored the operation of milling equipment.
- Performed regular maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Loaded raw materials into machine hoppers for processing.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met.
- Maintained and calibrated saws for proper operation.
- Loaded and unloaded material onto the saw table.
- Measured, marked, and cut material with precision accuracy.
- Followed safety procedures while operating equipment and maintained a safe work environment.
- Ensured all jobs were completed in an efficient manner, meeting quality standards and deadlines.
- Assisted with loading and unloading shipments from delivery trucks using forklift or pallet jack.
- Troubleshot machinery malfunctions quickly and efficiently.
- Provided training for new employees on saw operations.
- Stacked cut pieces onto pallets for shipping or storage purposes.
- Conducted regular checks on tools and equipment in order to identify potential problems before they occur.
- Cleaned up after each shift ensuring the work area was free of debris or hazards.
Welder
Krafts
Ngongotaha, Rotorua
01.2015 - 10.2019
- Repaired damaged parts by welding techniques such as TIG welding or MIG welding.
- Took part in the building of logging truck trailers and cab guards
- Assembled parts into larger structures following blueprints and engineering specifications.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes to ensure adherence to standards.
- Operated forklifts, cranes, hoists and other material handling equipment to move materials around shop floor.
Education
2 Years Experience - Customer Interaction
Flight Attendant School
Rotorua, NZ01-2013
NCEA Level 2 -
Rotorua Boys High School
Rotorua, NZ12-2012
Skills
- Precision measurement
- Safety Procedures
- Stress Tolerance
- Machine Operation
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Budgeting and cost control
- Workplace Safety
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Team Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Continuous Improvement
- Welding Techniques
- Professional Demeanor
- Professionalism
- Active Listening
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- Restricted Drivers License
- Forklift License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Millhand
Mt Pokaka
10.2019 - Current
Welder
Krafts
01.2015 - 10.2019
2 Years Experience - Customer Interaction
Flight Attendant School
NCEA Level 2 -
Rotorua Boys High School
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