Zyon Wood
NTL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
PSPLA
People potential
kaikohe
02.2025 - 07.2025
- 2025 people potential New Zealand Certificate in Security Level 3.
- 2022 Ara Whakamaua New Zealand Certificate in Food or Beverage Processing Level 2.
- 2016 Te Wananga o Aotearoa New Zealand Certificate in Personal Financial Capability Level 1, Level 2.
- 2018 Pokapu Matauranga Chainsaw Certificate Level 1, Level 2.
- 2025 Current First Aid Training.
- 2025 COA license.
Kiwifruit Packer and Citrus Supervisor
Seeka Ltd, Kerikeri
Kerikeri
04.2022 - 07.2025
- Sorted and graded kiwifruit cartons based on size, shape, color, and texture.
- Packed fruit efficiently for distribution to local grocery stores.
- Supervised staff in citrus department, ensuring quality standards were met.
- Prepared customer orders by selecting specific types, sizes, and amounts of fruit.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations while handling produce items.
- Operated automated packing equipment, including conveyor belts and sorting machines.
- Reported damaged goods during inspections promptly to supervisor.
Horticulture Orchard Hand
Howe Burn Horticulture, Kerikeri
Kerikeri
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Executed pruning, thinning, and tying down of male and female plants.
- Constructed teepees for kiwifruit support and trained young plants appropriately.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance horticultural knowledge and skills.
- Harvested crops both manually and mechanically, reducing loss and damage.
- Prepared soil for planting using tillage and fertilization techniques.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on tools and equipment utilized in services.
- Maintained garden beds through planting, weeding, and pruning activities.
Kiwifruit Tray Prep & 2 I C
Kainui Pack & Cool, Kerikeri
Kerikeri
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Supervised kiwifruit tray preparers and monitored operations for efficiency.
- Trained staff on equipment operations, health, and safety standards to ensure compliance.
- Managed citrus packing and weighing processes for timely deliveries.
- Oversaw lime, kiwifruit, citrus, and mandarin departments to optimize productivity.
- Documented maintenance activities and service records for accountability and transparency.
- Implemented safety protocols across departments to maintain industry compliance.
- Coordinated multiple projects simultaneously while meeting stringent deadlines.
Manslaughter
AFFCO, Moerewa
Moerewa
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Checking mutton for any fecal matter around the anal cavity and tripe for any foreign bugs before weighing correctly on scales before packaging.
- Labeling cartons, box-making, and using blood machines to process blood serum.
- Cleaning after a night shift with chemicals, and assisting the offal team as required.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Horticulture Garden Hand
Kumara Bedding, Dargaville
Dargaville
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Selected seeds and executed planting in designated beds.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas for safety and productivity.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during operations.
- Adapted quickly to changing production schedules and priorities.
- Picked, sorted, bunched, and packaged plants and flowers for sale while ensuring quality control.
- Assisted with packaging and layout presentation to enhance visual appeal.
Factory Worker
Pristine Biologic, Dargaville
Dargaville
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Collected blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Operated forklift to offload blood drums efficiently.
- Packed serum buckets into chilled storage containers.
- Monitored freezer temperatures to ensure proper storage conditions.
- Maintained hygiene standards throughout facility using specialized cleaning chemicals.
- Executed thorough cleaning protocols to uphold safety compliance.
Kitchen Hand/Waitress
Matiches Restaurant, Dargaville
Dargaville
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspaces to ensure efficiency.
- Assisted chefs with meal preparation and ingredient sourcing to expedite service.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely during food preparation, adhering to safety standards.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff during peak service periods to enhance operations.
- Sanitized surfaces and washed dishes, pots, pans, and utensils after each task.
- Coordinated with team members to streamline kitchen operations for timely order delivery.
- Restocked condiments and organized storage areas for easy access during service.
- Followed food safety guidelines and health code regulations when handling food items.
Education
New Zealand Certificate in Security Level 3
People Potential
Kaikohe, NZ06-2025
Skills
- Foodservice and cooking skills
- Forklift operation and logistics
- Picking, packing, and dispatch
- Computer proficiency and Microsoft Office
- Warehouse supervision and fast-paced environments
- Crop harvesting techniques
- Quality inspection processes
- Horticultural practices
- Team leadership
- Quality control
References
Caralei Hoani
Tutor
people potential
carah@peoplepotential.co.nz
0800 367 2562
Angel hei hei
Kaikohe Site manager
People potential
angelh@peoplepotential.co.nz
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
PSPLA
People potential
02.2025 - 07.2025
Kiwifruit Tray Prep & 2 I C
Kainui Pack & Cool, Kerikeri
04.2023 - 07.2023
Kiwifruit Packer and Citrus Supervisor
Seeka Ltd, Kerikeri
04.2022 - 07.2025
Horticulture Orchard Hand
Howe Burn Horticulture, Kerikeri
01.2022 - 02.2024
Manslaughter
AFFCO, Moerewa
06.2020 - 05.2022
Horticulture Garden Hand
Kumara Bedding, Dargaville
04.2019 - 08.2019
Factory Worker
Pristine Biologic, Dargaville
03.2019 - 06.2019
Kitchen Hand/Waitress
Matiches Restaurant, Dargaville
01.2017 - 08.2017
New Zealand Certificate in Security Level 3
People Potential
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