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David Bates

Patchway ,Bristol

Summary

Motivated Warehouse operator with over 20 years of experience. I have shown that I am able to lead others and ensure that we hit targets. I am very personable and feel that I can motivate others to reach targets. I am able to use my initiative and work alone and be a good team member. I value the input of others and ensure that others feel supported within their role. I am driven and motivated to reach targets that are set.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Warehouse operator

A F Blakemore
Pont-y-clun, Rhondda Cynon Taf
12.2007 - Current

I currently pick orders from the freezer for dispatch to the shops.

My role has previously included loading stock to the vehicles for dispatch, Picking orders in the chilled department. I have also covered shifts on the forklift.

Warehouse operator

XL recruitment
Pont-y-clun, Rhondda Cynon Taf
06.2005 - 12.2007
  • Loaded packaged goods on to trucks for shipping.
  • Completed work following safety rules for best working practices.
  • Loaded, secured and organised goods into delivery lanes ahead of dispatch.
  • Minimised product damage, ensuring goods were correctly handled and stored to task specifications.

Water cooler technician

Eden
Avonmouth, Bristol
05.2003 - 06.2005
  • Complied with all lock-out and tag-out procedures, repairing equipment safely and quickly to reduce downtime.
  • Worked within all specifications and requirements to complete high-quality technical projects.
  • Reviewed schematics, blueprints and technical manuals to complete manufacturer-suggested maintenance.
  • Addressed faulty systems and worked with clients to resolve installation and repair challenges.
  • Travelling from location to location around Wales.

Asda Warehouse oprative

Asda
Portbury, North Somerset
03.2001 - 05.2003
  • Attended Health and Safety training to ensure consistent adherence to warehouse safety policies.
  • Performed tagging and labelling of warehouse inventory.
  • Carried out stock control and maintained quality standards high for audits.
  • Loaded packaged goods on to trucks for shipping.
  • Listened closely to instructions, carrying out fast-paced picking and packing in line with targets.
  • Cleaned and tidied work areas to meet inspection requirements.
  • Reported issues and damages to senior warehouse staff, enabling prompt, effective resolutions.

Hairdressing apprentice

Gary Henri
Clifton, Bristol
04.2000 - 05.2001
  • Maintained safe working practices with colours and chemicals, adhering to proper use and disposal guidelines.
  • Shampooed, conditioned and toned clients hair to professional standards.
  • Cleaned and sterilised tools and equipment used in hairstyling services.
  • Reported equipment issues and potential safety hazards to supervisor.
  • Educated customers on current beauty products and items.
  • Managed cash registers, ensuring adequate funds and change ahead of salon opening.
  • Maintained and monitored hairdressing supplies to meet customer demand.

Education

First aid - First Aid

Football association Wales
Caerphilly, Caerphilly County Borough
01.2023 -

GCSEs - English

The Castle School
Bristol
09.1998 - 04.2000

GCSEs - Physical Education

The Castle School
Bristol
09.1998 - 07.2000

GCSEs - Mathematics

The Castle School
Bristol
09.1998 - 07.2000

GCSEs - Science

The Castle School
Bristol
09.1998 - 07.2000

Skills

  • Repetitive heavy lifting
  • Counter balance truck driving
  • Shrink wrapping
  • Chilled environment experience
  • Loading and unloading
  • Quality checks
  • Warehouse maintenance
  • Stock reworking
  • Forklift and pallet machinery operation
  • Picking and packing
  • Stock labelling
  • Warehouse operations
  • Manual handling
  • Forklift operation
  • Stock management
  • Palletising
  • Damage control
  • Fresh produce handling
  • Loading and unloading techniques
  • Machinery operation
  • Warehouse picking
  • Product scanning
  • Fast-paced picking and packing
  • Quality Control
  • Self-motivated
  • Target driven

Languages

English
Fluent
Welsh
Beginner

Timeline

First aid - First Aid

Football association Wales
01.2023 -

Warehouse operator

A F Blakemore
12.2007 - Current

Warehouse operator

XL recruitment
06.2005 - 12.2007

Water cooler technician

Eden
05.2003 - 06.2005

Asda Warehouse oprative

Asda
03.2001 - 05.2003

Hairdressing apprentice

Gary Henri
04.2000 - 05.2001

GCSEs - English

The Castle School
09.1998 - 04.2000

GCSEs - Physical Education

The Castle School
09.1998 - 07.2000

GCSEs - Mathematics

The Castle School
09.1998 - 07.2000

GCSEs - Science

The Castle School
09.1998 - 07.2000
David Bates