Experienced with maintaining organized shelves and assisting customers. Utilizes efficient stock management techniques and ensures seamless checkout processes. Knowledge of teamwork dynamics and adaptability to meet changing store demands.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Supermarket Worker
4 Square
11.2023 - Current
Assisted customers with locating desired items, resulting in improved shopping experiences.
Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
Supported team members during busy periods, ensuring smooth operations throughout the store.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at checkout lanes.
Contributed to overall teamwork atmosphere through open communication with coworkers regarding tasks needing completion or assistance.
Contributed to store cleanliness and presentation by diligently sweeping, mopping, and wiping down surfaces as needed.
Promoted a safe shopping environment by adhering to food safety standards when handling perishable items.
Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
Removed trash, swept, and mopped floors for professional appearance.
Assisted customers with price checking fruits and vegetables and finding requested items in department.
Delivered assistance and service by carrying packages and bags and securing customer purchases in vehicles.
Prepared fresh produce for sale by washing, trimming, and packaging items attractively for display.
Streamlined inventory management by accurately stocking shelves and maintaining organized backroom storage areas.
Communicated with customers and staff politely and professionally to uphold store standards.
Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
Operated cash register to accurately process and record customer payments.
Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Plant Operator
Fonterra
08.1996 - 11.2020
Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
Reduced downtime by quickly identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions or failures.
Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.
Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
Exceeded quality control standards by maintaining strict attention to detail during production processes and final product testing.
Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
Ensured accurate data collection by diligently recording all operational parameters and equipment readings for analysis.
Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
Contributed to cost savings through efficient use of resources, including chemicals, water, energy, and raw materials.
Enhanced team communication by providing clear instructions on tasks, goals, and expectations to fellow operators.
Upheld environmental standards by monitoring emissions, waste management, and disposal practices in compliance with regulations.
Led safety meetings, fostering culture of safety and compliance among peers.
Participated in emergency response drills, enhancing preparedness for potential incidents.
Conducted detailed record-keeping for all operational activities, aiding in process improvement analyses.
Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
Compiled reports analyzing performance data and presented findings and results.
Pest Management
Taranaki District Council
03.1989 - 03.1996
Improved pest management practices for healthier trees and increased crop yield.
Promoted environmental stewardship through the implementation of conservation tillage practices and integrated pest management techniques.
Educated business owners on proper pest management strategies, contributing to cleaner environments within inspected properties.
Increased crop yield through effective pest management strategies.
Educated customers about integrated pest management techniques they can implement themselves for additional protection against infestations between visits from professional exterminators.
Gave instruction on agricultural processes, pest management and food safety.
Implemented pest management strategies to minimize crop damage while adhering to safety guidelines and regulations.