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Samuel Portelli

Bridgend,Bridgend

Summary

Confident in handling customer enquiries both over the phone and in person, I have previous customer service experience across office-based roles and retail environments. I listen carefully, communicate clearly, and resolve issues efficiently while maintaining a professional and friendly manner. Experienced in following procedures and working with technical information, I adapt quickly to new systems and processes and remain calm under pressure. I take pride in delivering a positive customer experience, managing administrative tasks accurately, and supporting smooth day-to-day operations within an office environment. Reliable and proactive, I work effectively both independently and as part of a team, always aiming to deliver a high standard of service and continuously develop my skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Filling Machine Operator

FEI Foods
11.2025 - Current
  • Operated and monitored automated filling machines to accurately fill food products according to production schedules and quality standards.
  • Set up equipment, adjusted fill volumes, changed over product lines, and ensured proper machine calibration before each run.
  • Conducted routine quality checks, including weight verification, seal integrity, and visual inspections to ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
  • Performed basic troubleshooting and minor mechanical adjustments to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
  • Maintained accurate production records, including batch numbers, downtime logs, and quality control documentation.
  • Followed strict GMP, HACCP, and workplace health and safety guidelines in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

CNC Operator

YC Plastics
03.2025 - 11.2025
  • Operated CNC milling, turning, and lathe machines to produce precision components to tight tolerances.
  • Read and interpreted technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD models to ensure accurate machining.
  • Set up machines, adjusted offsets, and performed tool changes to minimize downtime and optimize production efficiency.
  • Conducted first-article inspections and in-process checks using micrometers, calipers and other precision measuring tools.
  • Identified and corrected machine malfunctions, working closely with maintenance and engineering teams.
  • Ensured adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Insulation Technician

Vale Energy Solutions
07.2024 - 03.2025
  • Assessment of properties.
  • Extraction and installation of cavity wall insulation.
  • Extraction and installation of loft insulation.
  • Extraction and installation of fencing.
  • Communication with customer to establish safety requirements.
  • Completion of documentation required on completion of each job to state work carried out.

Test Technician

Safran Seats GB
07.2023 - 06.2024
  • Proficient in planning test setups, carrying out setups, and implementing tests
  • Knowledgeable in PLC software and programming for test automation
  • Created PLC programs independently after initial mentorship
  • Strong understanding of test department processes
  • Collaborated effectively with the team to solve problems
  • Willingness to undertake any task for the benefit of the test department and the company

Electrical Engineering Apprentice

Safran Seats GB
09.2019 - 07.2023
  • Undertook several months in different departments throughout the company, e.g. Quality, Industrialisation, Harness Department, Electrical Design, Mechanical Design and Test and Development
  • Time was predominantly spent in the Test and Development Department, where I became proficient at using PLCs and programming software
  • I was also trained in CAD software whilst in the Electrical and Mechanical Design Departments

Full-time Accident Response Advisor

The AA
10.2018 - 09.2019
  • I would communicate with customers, arrange for recoveries when accidents would occur and attempt to help the customer in any way possible (e.g. explain the next steps and attempt to put their minds at ease).

Part-time Sales Assistant

Outfit (Clothing Company)
11.2017 - 10.2018
  • I started off behind the tills but then moved to the stock room where I would receive and organise deliveries.

Part-time Commis Waiter

Bill's Diner
10.2016 - 10.2017
  • My job was to serve food and help out with small tasks in the kitchen.

Part-time Labourer

Roofing Company
06.2016 - 09.2016
  • I mostly carried out labour work but was taught some of the methods in roofing.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Electrical Engineering

NDGTA
Cwmbran, TOF

NVQ Level 3 - Electrical Engineering

NDGTA
Cwmbran, TOF

BTEC Level 3 - Electrical Engineering

NDGTA
Cwmbran, TOF

A Level - Media, Maths, Welsh Baccalaureate

Bishop of Llandaff Church in Wales High School
Cardiff, CRF

GCSE - Maths, Physics, Biology, PE, Product Design, Chemistry, English, Welsh, Further Maths, Religious Studies

Bishop of Llandaff Church in Wales High School

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Quality assurance
  • Safety compliance
  • CNC operation
  • Equipment setup
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer communication
  • Customer Service
  • Customer relationship management
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Use of power tools
  • Full UK driving license
  • Working at heights
  • Material handling

Timeline

Filling Machine Operator

FEI Foods
11.2025 - Current

CNC Operator

YC Plastics
03.2025 - 11.2025

Insulation Technician

Vale Energy Solutions
07.2024 - 03.2025

Test Technician

Safran Seats GB
07.2023 - 06.2024

Electrical Engineering Apprentice

Safran Seats GB
09.2019 - 07.2023

Full-time Accident Response Advisor

The AA
10.2018 - 09.2019

Part-time Sales Assistant

Outfit (Clothing Company)
11.2017 - 10.2018

Part-time Commis Waiter

Bill's Diner
10.2016 - 10.2017

Part-time Labourer

Roofing Company
06.2016 - 09.2016

NVQ Level 2 - Electrical Engineering

NDGTA

NVQ Level 3 - Electrical Engineering

NDGTA

BTEC Level 3 - Electrical Engineering

NDGTA

A Level - Media, Maths, Welsh Baccalaureate

Bishop of Llandaff Church in Wales High School

GCSE - Maths, Physics, Biology, PE, Product Design, Chemistry, English, Welsh, Further Maths, Religious Studies

Bishop of Llandaff Church in Wales High School
Samuel Portelli