Benjamin Robertson
Cleethorpes,North East Lincolnshire
Summary
Experienced food production professional with a strong background in technical operations within fast-paced environments. Proficient in food safety protocols, including HACCP level 2 and Food Safety level 3 certifications, ensuring compliance with company standards. Skilled in quality control, visual inspection checks, and critical analysis to maintain product excellence. Demonstrates expertise in packing, palletising, and supply chain processes while adhering to safety procedures. Adept at organisation, communication, and teamwork, supported by basic computer literacy to streamline operations effectively. Committed to upholding high standards of safety and efficiency in food production practices.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
General operative
Sofina Foods
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
2024.05 - Current
- General duties within a busy frozen food factory environment, including packing frozen food, stacking of pallets to the standard required by customers, and despatching the pallets to the required destination.
- Working with different people and in different areas of the factory depending on staff levels.
- Following the high standards required by customers and following company protocols to ensure quality standards were met.
- Ensuring a clean and organised workspace to enhance productivity and to keep the area safe from potential hazards.
Quality auditor
Sofina Foods/Youngs Seafood
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
2015.05 - 2024.05
- Food Safety level 3 and HACCP level 2 trained
- Auditing of factory conformances on varying schedules including hourly, daily, weekly and monthly depending on customer requirements and company protocol.
- Collecting samples for microbiological testing, chemical testing, and others as required.
- Assisting the Technical department with BRC audits to ensure the highest possible grading for the company.
- Calibration of weighing equipment and temperature measurement equipment to the national standard.
- Investigating root cause analysis of non conforming results, customer tracebacks for complaints, and deviation from any specified customer requirements or factory standards
- Verifying cleanliness of high-risk areas to ensure safety for different allergens through thorough swabbing procedures.
- Glass audit and foreign body investigations, fabrication audits and hygiene audits to ensure a safe working space that meets the standards required for food production.
- Liaising with other departments to ensure quality expectations are being met.
- Raw material and ingredient assessments and liaising with suppliers and customers where applicable.
- Assisting in the organisation of the factory records in the archive area to help reduce the time it takes to complete customer tracebacks.
- Calibration and troubleshooting of metal detection equipment in different areas.
Quality auditor
Stafforce
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
2012.11 - 2015.05
- Same duties as above, employed with an agency from 2012-2015, and was then taken on by the company in 2015.
Metal caster
Fowler and Holden
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
2012.06 - 2012.09
- General cleaning and maintenance of casting equipment for optimum performance.
- Enhanced product finish using grinding and polishing techniques.
- Collaborated with team members for efficient work flow.
- Assisted in general production duties for casting.
- Using high risk equipment in a busy work area ensuring safety standards are met.
General factory operative
Youngs Seafood
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
2010.01 - 2012.06
- Loaded and unloaded materials manually, maintaining organisation and orderliness in storage area.
- Enhanced safety by adhering strictly to company guidelines and regulations.
- Maintained clean work area to prevent accidents and improve productivity.
- Followed strict timelines, met production deadlines consistently.
- Raised any issues or malfunctions to superiors promptly, avoiding extended downtime periods.
- Monitored machine operations closely; ensured consistency in product quality.
- Packaged finished goods properly to ensure safe delivery.
- Collaborated effectively with team members for improved efficiency.
- Assisted in quality control, ensuring high standard of product output.
Agency employee
Various agencies over an 18 month period
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
2008.07 - 2009.12
- Was sent to various companies as an agency employee including a car valeting company, a warehouse as a hand baller, cleaning cars for Toyota, cleaning caravans on Thorpe park through the summer vacation period, and various food manufacturing companies.
- Represented the agency with a friendly hard working attitude, always arriving on time to wherever i was sent which could change on a day to day basis.
- Adapted to doing different jobs with people i had never met before.
Security officer
Employed by Chubb working at Sainsburys
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
2007.03 - 2008.06
- Carried out health and safety risk assessments accurately for reducing potential hazards.
- Checked identification of visitors thoroughly to prevent unauthorised entries onto the premises.
- Wrote detailed incident reports, facilitating ongoing improvements in security protocols.
- Upheld strict access controls for ensuring building security.
- Supervised visitor sign-in process meticulously; ensured accurate record keeping.
- Maintained order by monitoring CCTV screens and reporting suspicious activities.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies for enhancing site security measures.
- Coordinated with other officers on shift changes smoothly and effectively.
- Patrolled premises regularly, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Conducted routine inspections of fire extinguishers, maintaining readiness for emergencies.
- Applied outstanding communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with staff and visitors.
Production line operator
Sealord
Caistor, Lincolnshire
2004.10 - 2007.02
- Operated machinery, resulting in consistent productivity levels.
- Coordinated movements along conveyor belts for streamlined operations.
- Facilitated less downtime with proactive troubleshooting of equipment malfunctions.
- Accomplished safer work environment by strictly following health and safety regulations.
- Tackled minor machine breakdowns swiftly avoiding prolonged disruption in production line flow.
- Loaded and unloaded supplies from lorries, promoting efficient workflow.
- Upheld company standards through adherence to quality control procedures at all times.
- Conducted routine checks on machinery, ensuring effective operation at all times.
- Provided assistance for smoother operations during peak production hours.
- Assisted in packing finished products ready for dispatch without any delays.
Kitchen fitter
Grandfather
Various
2001.06 - 2004.10
- Installed bespoke kitchen cabinets to meet customer specifications.
- Complied strictly with health and safety regulations at all times, providing a secure environment for both workers and clients.
- Completed kitchen fittings by utilising appropriate tools and techniques.
- Collaborated effectively with other tradespeople to ensure project completion on time.
- Interpreted complex blueprints accurately, leading to successful installations.
- Ensured precision in measurements and cuts, resulting in seamless installations.
- Accommodated last-minute changes in designs or plans without compromising on work quality.
- Installed electrical appliances safely following industry best practices.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of different materials used in kitchen design, contributing to quality output.
- Upheld excellent standards of cleanliness throughout the fitting process.
- Maintained safe working conditions whilst completing all tasks.
Education
GCSEs - English Language
Franklin College
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire 2001.09 - 2002.05
GCSEs - English literature
Franklin College
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire 2001.09 - 2002.05
GCSEs - Mathematics
Franklin College
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire 2001.09 - 2002.05
GCSEs - Geography
Matthew Humberstone School
Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire 1996.09 - 2001.05
GCSEs - English and Maths
Matthew Humberstone School
Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire 1996.09 - 2001.05
Skills
- Experience in food production practices and ensuring safety procedures are carried out to company requirements
- HACCP level 2 and Food safety level 3 certification
- Experience working in technical department in a busy food production environment
- Great organisation and communication skills
- Basic computer literacy
- Packing and palletising
- Safety protocol adherence
- Supply chain understanding
- Team player
- Quality Control
- Visual inspection checks
- Critical analysis
Affiliations
- As a father to 3 girls my hobbies mainly involve them. Going to watch Grimsby Town with my 2 eldest daughters, taking my youngest daughter out for various adventures, enjoying family days out with my wife and children.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
General operative
Sofina Foods
2024.05 - Current
Quality auditor
Sofina Foods/Youngs Seafood
2015.05 - 2024.05
Quality auditor
Stafforce
2012.11 - 2015.05
Metal caster
Fowler and Holden
2012.06 - 2012.09
General factory operative
Youngs Seafood
2010.01 - 2012.06
Agency employee
Various agencies over an 18 month period
2008.07 - 2009.12
Security officer
Employed by Chubb working at Sainsburys
2007.03 - 2008.06
Production line operator
Sealord
2004.10 - 2007.02
GCSEs - English Language
Franklin College
2001.09 - 2002.05
GCSEs - English literature
Franklin College
2001.09 - 2002.05
GCSEs - Mathematics
Franklin College
2001.09 - 2002.05
Kitchen fitter
Grandfather
2001.06 - 2004.10
GCSEs - Geography
Matthew Humberstone School
1996.09 - 2001.05
GCSEs - English and Maths
Matthew Humberstone School
1996.09 - 2001.05