Anthony O'Farrell
Cullaville,United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated professional with a diverse skill set encompassing packaging and processing, graphic design, and food safety. Proficient in operating forklift trucks, including Aisle Master and Reach Truck, with a strong emphasis on occupational safety and health. Experienced in manual handling, pest control, and catering activities, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety training. Possesses knowledge of electrical engineering and adept at using metal detectors and traceability systems. Career goals include advancing expertise in food safety management while leveraging skills in text processing and typing to enhance operational efficiency.
Experienced Machine Operator focused on keeping work areas clean and equipment running at peak efficiency.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Machine operator
Stone Bakery
Crossmaglen, Armagh
2025.04 - 2025.12
- Troubleshot mechanical issues, minimising downtime.
- Improved efficiency with routine machine checks and adjustments.
- Adjusted machine settings to optimise performance.
- Performed minor repairs on machinery, reducing need for external technicians.
- Implemented safety measures for reduced workplace accidents.
- Conducted quality control checks, maintaining high product standards.
- Kept machinery well-maintained in line with safety regulations.
Robot Engineer
Monaghan Plant Hire
Castleblayney
2023.05 - 2025.03
- Installed both wired and satellite versions of robotic mowers, ensuring optimal functionality in diverse environments.
- Investigated customer complaints related to robotic malfunctioning or failure.
- Provided technical support to customers regarding installation, operation, and maintenance of robots.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Forklift and Aisle-master driver, General Operative, Bulk operations
Americold
Lough Egish
2020.04 - 2023.03
- Operated forklift and Aisle-master for bulk operations in Americold.
- Picked customer orders efficiently to meet delivery schedules.
- Located incoming goods to ensure accurate inventory management.
- Immediately reported operational issues to supervisors for prompt resolution.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of goods, ensured safe transportation.
- Managed time efficiently to meet all delivery deadlines.
Order Picker, Order Packer
La Rousse Foods/Americold
Lough Egish
2017.09 - 2023.03
- Picker and Packer for La Rousse Foods.
- Maintained records of shipments, returns, and damages.
- Operated machinery for wrapping, boxing, and labeling products.
- Inspected items for damage or defects prior to packing to ensure quality control.
- Weighed packages to determine shipping costs.
- Ensured work area was clean and organized, adhering to safety regulations.
Supervisor
C Clark Graphics
Newry
2014.05 - 2017.09
- Running day-to-day operations.
- Trained new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
- Implemented new operational procedures, increasing efficiency.
Key Worker
B.R Ltd
Belfast/Newry
2013.07 - 2014.05
Key Worker
McNamee's Bakery
Crossmaglen
2005.10 - 2013.07
- Responsibilities: To make sure all C.C.P. were done correctly. E.g. Check sieve integrity for flour and milk lines, check core temperature on all finished products, conduct metal detection tests every hour, and perform pen, knife, and blade checks, as well as traceability on all boxes, liners, and films used on site.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number.
Bartender
Devlin's Bar
Cullaville
2008.01 - 2012.01
- Responsibilities: To make sure the bar is cleaned at all times, this includes worktops, windows, toilets, floors, and glasses. Also, take stock for the bar, which includes beer kegs, bottled beer, minerals, along with keeping a rotation for stock. It would also help to bring in coal, slack, and firewood for the open fire in the bar.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
Production Worker
McNamee's Bakery
Crossmaglen
2003.04 - 2005.06
- Responsibilities: To bake the product properly, making sure it is cooked throughout. Also, wrapping sliced and unsliced products. Packing of all finished products.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Labourer
K O'Farrell
Cullaville
1999.01 - 2003.03
Apprentice Electronic Engineer
Lally's TVs & Videos
Dundalk
1998.09 - 1999.05
- Trained as an electronic engineer.
Skills
- Knowledge of Packaging and Processing
- Metal Detector
- Traceability
- Forklift Trucks
- Aisle Master
- Reach Truck
- Graphic Design
- Catering Activities
- Food Safety
- Manual Handling
- Occupational Safety and Health
- Safety Training
- Bakeries
Languages
English
Certification
Counterbalance Forklift Course.
Rated Capacity: 3000Kgs & 7000 Kgs
Date of Training: 15/1/2026
Refresher Date of Training: 15/1/2029
Aisle Master Forklift Course.
Date of Training: 15/1/2026
Refresher Date of Training: 15/1/2029
Reach Forklift Course.
Date of Training: 15/1/2026
Refresher Date of Training: 15/1/2029
Timeline
Machine operator
Stone Bakery
2025.04 - 2025.12
Robot Engineer
Monaghan Plant Hire
2023.05 - 2025.03
Forklift and Aisle-master driver, General Operative, Bulk operations
Americold
2020.04 - 2023.03
Order Picker, Order Packer
La Rousse Foods/Americold
2017.09 - 2023.03
Supervisor
C Clark Graphics
2014.05 - 2017.09
Key Worker
B.R Ltd
2013.07 - 2014.05
Bartender
Devlin's Bar
2008.01 - 2012.01
Key Worker
McNamee's Bakery
2005.10 - 2013.07
Production Worker
McNamee's Bakery
2003.04 - 2005.06
Labourer
K O'Farrell
1999.01 - 2003.03
Apprentice Electronic Engineer
Lally's TVs & Videos
1998.09 - 1999.05