Rhys Farmer
Stafford,staffordshire
Summary
Safety-focused professional with significant experience in manual handling and health and safety protocols within warehouse environments. Collaborates effectively in teams to enhance efficiency and resolve challenges. Committed to continuous professional development and fostering a productive workplace atmosphere.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
heavy assembler
GE
stafford, staffordshire
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Read schematics to plan accurate work from drawings.
- Build structures accurately within millimetre tolerances for proper fit.
- Work safely at heights while maintaining steady tool control.
- Cut materials to correct lengths to match planned measurements.
- Use hand tools to prepare parts and refine edges.
- Use power tools to complete cuts, drilling, and fastening tasks.
- Meet deadlines by organising work and completing tasks on schedule.
- Kept workstation tidy to comply with health and safety and cleanliness standards.
- Adapted to various assembly roles as required, demonstrating flexibility and a broad skill set.
Parcel Sorter
DHL
Stafford, Staffordshire
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Sort parcels based on destination, size, and type
- Organise parcels in designated areas or bins
- Stack parcels securely to prevent damage and ensure easy access
- Prepare parcels for dispatch, ensuring they are correctly packaged and labelled
- Keep the sorting area clean and free of hazards
- Report any issues, such as damaged parcels or equipment malfunctions, to supervisors.
- Work efficiently to meet sorting deadlines and schedules
Warehouse Operative
Screw-fix
Stafford, Staffordshire
01.2022 - Current
- Pick items to match the customer order sheet.
- Use voice-activated picking machines and hand scanners
- Check the quality of the items and put them in a trolley to be packed
- Update customer records.
Warehouse Operative
Screw-fix
Stafford, Staffordshire
01.2021 - Current
Warehouse Operative
Screwfix
Stafford, Staffordshire
01.2020 - Current
- Take in deliveries and check for damaged or missing items.
- Use lifting equipment to move stock around the warehouse.
- Check stock levels and make sure items are stored correctly.
- Pack, wrap, and load items to be dispatched.
- Clean the warehouse.
Warehouse Operative
Culina
Stafford, Staffordshire
01.2019 - Current
- Duties as listed above but also include operating a PPT.
Warehouse Operative
Pets at Home
Stafford, Staffordshire
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed goods-in processes, receiving and verifying incoming stock for accuracy
- Inspected and recorded deliveries, confirming accuracy and condition to maintain quality standards
- Unloaded containers, ensuring accurate handling of up to 40,000 products per shipment
- Organise and store incoming stock in appropriate locations
- Operate a low-level order picker
- Assist with stock replenishment and inventory management
- Maintained cleanliness of warehouse and work areas
- Adhere to health and safety regulations at all times
Education
Level 1 Certificate - Vehicle Maintenance
Stafford College
Stafford, STS01-2019
Level 2 Diploma - Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles
Stafford College
01-2019
GCSE - Maths, Computer Science, English Language, English Literature, Information and Communication Technology, Business Studies
Weston Road High School
Stafford01-2018
Skills
- LLOP operation
- PPT operation
- Heavy lifting techniques
- Order picking methods
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Safety awareness
- Proactive adaptability
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Verbal communication
- Attention to detail
Custom
Available upon request.
Timeline
heavy assembler
GE
10.2024 - 07.2025
Warehouse Operative
Pets at Home
06.2023 - 03.2024
Parcel Sorter
DHL
01.2023 - 05.2023
Warehouse Operative
Screw-fix
01.2022 - Current
Warehouse Operative
Screw-fix
01.2021 - Current
Warehouse Operative
Screwfix
01.2020 - Current
Warehouse Operative
Culina
01.2019 - Current
Level 1 Certificate - Vehicle Maintenance
Stafford College
Level 2 Diploma - Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles
Stafford College
GCSE - Maths, Computer Science, English Language, English Literature, Information and Communication Technology, Business Studies
Weston Road High School