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Carrie Lavelle
Kidderminster ,Worcestershire
Summary
Enthusiastic and hardworking individual with knack for teamwork and problem-solving. Quick to learn new tasks and always reliable when it comes to getting job done efficiently. Excellent communication skills and strong focus on safety standards ensure smooth operations on factory floor. Adaptable and ready to contribute positively to any team.
Experienced in working on production lines with focus on maintaining high-quality standards and ensuring smooth operations. Capable of handling machinery, performing routine maintenance, and collaborating with team members to meet deadlines. Reliable, quick to learn new tasks, and committed to workplace safety.
Motivated manufacturing professional providing competent support in fast-paced production environments. Follows instructions to complete tasks quickly and accurately. Detailed and precise to deliver quality results to specifications.
Overview
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Wentworth ltdLeicester, Leicester
Factory Worker
01.2024 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Packed and secured items for shipment without damage.
- Kept tools and equipment organised and in good working condition.
- Packed finished products meticulously, preparing them for shipment while minimising damage.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation in work area, following strict health and safety guidelines.
- Prepared finished products for shipment.
- Checked item quality throughout production stages to prevent errors.
- Loaded and unloaded items from machines and conveyors.
- Moved materials to work areas and helped load production machinery.
- Loaded and unloaded products before packing or dispatching efficiently.
- Worked flexibly and in adherence to health and safety practices.
- Adapted to various roles within the factory as required, demonstrating versatility and willingness to learn.
- Picked and packed efficiently with meticulous attention to accuracy, consistently achieving against production KPIs.
- Cleaned machinery to maintain good health and hygiene standards.
- Assisted in the assembly of products, ensuring adherence to specifications and tight deadlines.
- Wore company-mandated PPE for work tasks, staying within safety guidelines and following regulations.
- Removed finished pieces from production lines and moved to packing, storage, or transport locations.
- Thoroughly checked products for quality, batch coding and use-by dates.
- Conducted quality assurance tests on products, ensuring they met company and customer standards.
- Monitored production line for quality control, identifying and rectifying defects in products.
- Maintained, sanitised and cleaned work areas to meet health and safety standards.
- Upheld production line to quality and hygiene specifications.
- Collaborated with other team members to handle assembly or sub-assembly of various components.
- Trained in basic requirements of different workstations to best help group meet production targets.
- Conducted routine checks and maintenance on machinery to prevent breakdowns and prolong equipment life.
- Scanned assembly line to identify and remove faulty products and meet quality targets.
- Recorded information on product production dates, timing and rejected products for reliable recordkeeping and tracking measures.
- Consistently achieved or surpassed individual and team production targets.
- Cleared blockages from machines to restore function.
- Operated cutting and feeding machinery with superb precision.
- Handled hazardous materials with care, following strict regulations to protect health and environment.
- Assessed products against quality assurance specifications to maintain high product standards.
McDonald’s Wychbold, Worcestershire
Manager in Charge
01.2003 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels at all times.
- Monitored operations to keep processes aligned with targets and matching forecasts.
- Reviewed reports, recommendations and requests from subordinate leadership.
- Established company targets based on previous performance and predicted forecasts.
- Oversaw day-to-day functioning of [Type] operation.
- Led team of 25 employees, fostering a collaborative environment to meet project deadlines efficiently.
- Reported successes, failures and new plans to governing body to guide decision-making.
- Implemented cost-saving strategies, resulting in a 15% reduction in operational expenses over two years.
- Applied [Industry] expertise to conduct financial analysis, research business deals and negotiate and close on contracts.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining high standards of customer service and satisfaction.
- Conducted performance evaluations, offering constructive feedback and career development advice.
- Developed and executed training programmes for new employees, enhancing team performance and knowledge.
Skills
- Quality control
- Equipment maintenance
- Production monitoring
- Packaging and labelling
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Health and safety
- Picking and packing
- Reliable
- Product packing
- Manual handling
- Factory cleaning methods
- Site clean up
- Safety procedures
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Quality control understanding
- Pallet wrapping and lifting
- Assembly line experience
- Hand-eye coordination
- Product assembly
- Packing and packaging operations
- Order Picking
- Loading machines
- Stock palletising
- Continuous feed machine operation
- Handling machinery
- Production line inspection
- Product cleaning and packing
- Protective gear use
- Site risk assessments
- Safety equipment usage
- Assembly line work
- Machine and tool maintenance
- Batch record documentation
- Production pacing
- Hazardous materials handling
- Safely handling chemicals
- Machinery operation
- Equipment maintenance sense
- Hazard removal
- Quality assurance procedures
- Line feeding
Interests
Timeline
Factory Worker
Wentworth ltd
01.2024 - 09.2024
Manager in Charge
McDonald’s
01.2003 - 10.2023