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Andrew Weston

WREXHAM,Clwyd

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive expertise in workforce training and development, workload management, and maintaining composure under pressure. Demonstrates exceptional adaptability to shift work and proficiency in palletising stock, decision making, and operating reach trucks and counterbalance forklifts. Skilled in manual lifting techniques, records keeping, handballing, and safety consciousness. Adept at multitasking, conducting risk assessments, maintaining concentration and focus, coordinating with teams, barcode scanning, self-motivation, and attention to detail. Committed to leveraging these skills to enhance operational efficiency and contribute to organisational success.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Charge hand

Rowan Foods
WREXHAM, wales
06.2023 - Current
  • Conducted training sessions, improved skill sets of new joiners.
  • Controlled and requisitioned raw material inventory to prevent shortages.
  • Used RF scanning equipment to monitor inventory.
  • Thoroughly inspected forklifts on a weekly basis to identify wear and damage.
  • Stored received goods in logical and organised manner.
  • Labelled items clearly and accurately to limit storage and dispatch issues.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks.
  • Monitored forklift operation to maintain safe working order, promptly reporting issues to managers.
  • Stored items in controlled environments to maintain product quality.
  • Kept surrounding areas clean and free from obstructions and spills to minimise accidents.
  • Loaded and unloaded lorries for efficient distribution process.
  • Carried out routine and preventative maintenance for optimal equipment performance.
  • Secured fragile items during transport, prevented any damage or loss.
  • Ensured safe transportation of goods by operating reach truck efficiently.
  • Followed health and safety procedures for a safer workplace environment.
  • Checked and verified incoming deliveries, maintained accuracy in inventory counts.
  • Weighed goods ahead of transportation to comply with vehicle restrictions.
  • Reduced downtime with swift troubleshooting of minor technical issues.
  • Updated warehouse databases with stock movement information.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies, upheld professional standards at all times.
  • Packed and wrapped orders using shrink wrap.
  • Covered breaks.
  • Organised pallets to make locating and dispatching deliveries quicker and easier.
  • Training of new staff.

Reach truck driver

Rowan Foods
WREXHAM, wales
06.2017 - 06.2023
  • Operated lifting trucks with care, prioritising safety of staff and goods.
  • Utilised pallet jacks to facilitate easier movement of goods within the warehouse.
  • Thoroughly inspected forklifts on a weekly basis to identify wear and damage.
  • Followed health and safety procedures for a safer workplace environment.
  • Remained alert whilst driving, minimised potential accidents or collisions.
  • Managed stock replenishment accurately with adept usage of WMS systems.
  • Checked and verified incoming deliveries, maintained accuracy in inventory counts.
  • Operated heavy machinery, ensured smoother workflow without disruptions or delays.
  • Maintained clear and hazard-free work sites.
  • Kept surrounding areas clean and free from obstructions and spills to minimise accidents.
  • Stored received goods in logical and organised manner.
  • Replenished warehouse to guarantee consistent stock availability.
  • Stacked and palletised products following set instructions.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials on and off vehicles.
  • Logged materials' movement using barcode scanners.
  • Transported pallets of goods to designated areas, continuously meeting productivity targets.
  • Loaded and unloaded lorries for efficient distribution process.
  • Achieved higher productivity with proper use of RF scanning equipment.
  • Delivered orders on time by following accurate pick instructions.
  • Reported forklift damage and breakdowns for prompt repair.
  • Maintained a safe working environment, performing clean-up activities to minimise risk of accidents.

Team Leader

Hi Mark
Wrexham, Wrexham
03.2010 - 05.2017
  • Responsible in opening up factory each Monday and turning on all machines and warming them up before work commences.
  • Responsible for turning off all machinery and locking up factory on a Friday/Saturday morning or Sunday depending on overtime.
  • Delegated tasks to make best use of individuals' skills.
  • Coordinated daily tasks, ensuring smooth workflow within the team.
  • Worked closely with management to manage staff levels and allocate resources for production plans.
  • Managed daily meetings, discussing daily figures of scrap and production, any issues with machines.
  • Planned cover for breaks of staff.
  • Collected all scrap of productivity from the day ready for morning meeting.
  • Collected figures of productivity from day ready for morning meeting.
  • Changed job numbers and colour changes on machines.
  • Trained new staff, and updated there files on there improvement.
  • Carried out machine safety checks each morning and at the start of a new job.
  • Monitored daily operations whilst reducing operational cost significantly.

Operator

hi mark
WREXHAM, wales
04.2005 - 06.2010
  • Read standard blueprints to understand production processes and product specifications.
  • Kept machinery well-maintained in line with safety regulations.
  • Operated machines to carry out operations.
  • Cleaned, lubricated and adjusted equipment in line with preventive maintenance plan.
  • Read and interpreted schematics, diagrams and work instructions to verify requirements.
  • Observed automated machinery, adjusting controls as necessary.
  • Implemented safety measures for reduced workplace accidents.
  • Cleared debris and waste from working areas, maintaining safe conditions.
  • Evaluated quality of products on production line through visual inspections.
  • Checked quality of raw materials to aid quality assurance procedures.
  • Tended to machines to maintain fast-paced production in line with quality standards.
  • Measured and kept records of manufactured products.
  • Removed and appropriately stored processed workpieces.
  • Conducted quality control checks, maintaining high product standards.
  • Attended callouts for machine maintenance and repair work to resolve malfunctions quickly.

Farm hand

five fords wrexham
WREXHAM, wales
04.1990 - 05.2000
  • Directed and monitored work of casual help during planting and harvesting seasons.
  • Cleaned out barns efficiently, allowed for improved living conditions for livestock.
  • Prepared feed for and fed livestock and poultry.
  • Assisted in the birth of lambs and cattle.
  • Milked cows following instructions from farmers.
  • Handled repair and maintenance of fences, buildings and other farm structures for increased durability.
  • Moved supplies from lorries to sheds and to field locations for use.
  • Carried out all tasks in line with hygiene rules, upholding optimum safe working practices.
  • Ensured farm safety by regularly inspecting and repairing fences and gates.
  • Loaded and unloaded livestock to transport to correct destinations.
  • Installed and maintained wooden and stone fencing to control animal movements.
  • Operated heavy machinery to plough, sow seeds and spray crops.
  • Herded livestock to move between pastures, collect for special actions and drive to lorries for transport.
  • Assisted in performing breeding activities of farm animals.
  • Cleaned farm buildings and equipment to maintain stable operations.
  • Cleaned livestock sheds and stables to maintain good hygiene standards.
  • Maintained excellent physical fitness for lifting bales, feed and bedding.
  • Followed correct milking procedures, ensured quality dairy production.

Education

GCSEs -

st davids high school
Wrexham
09.1993 - 09.1998

Skills

  • Workforce training and development
  • Workload management
  • Composure under pressure
  • Decision making
  • Reach truck handling
  • Counterbalance Forklift operation
  • Multitasking competence
  • Coordination with team

Timeline

Charge hand

Rowan Foods
06.2023 - Current

Reach truck driver

Rowan Foods
06.2017 - 06.2023

Team Leader

Hi Mark
03.2010 - 05.2017

Operator

hi mark
04.2005 - 06.2010

GCSEs -

st davids high school
09.1993 - 09.1998

Farm hand

five fords wrexham
04.1990 - 05.2000

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