Nikita Stafford
Hamilton
Summary
Reliable and hardworking individual with experience in food production, factory, and packing environments. Strong attention to detail, able to follow food safety procedures, meet set targets and work well within a team.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembly Line Packer
Bite LAB
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Packaged products efficiently to meet daily production targets.
- Operated packaging machinery with adherence to safety protocols.
- Inspected finished goods for quality assurance and compliance standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to ensure safety.
- Maximized productivity with fast-paced assembly line work while maintaining high levels of accuracy and quality control.
- Ensured timely completion of orders by consistently meeting or exceeding assigned packing quotas.
Cleaner
City Cleaning Services
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in assigned areas to ensure a safe environment.
- Operated cleaning equipment effectively, including vacuums and floor scrubbers.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards while performing cleaning tasks.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper cleaning techniques and safety measures.
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
- Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
- Confirmed all cleaning tools and equipment were stored properly after use.
- Maintained a well-organized storage area for cleaning supplies to ensure easy access and efficient use of materials.
Online Packer/Shelf Stacker
First Call Recruitment (Christmas Temp-Agency}
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Inspected items for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with standards
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to promote safety
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels and reporting discrepancies
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity
- Operated packing machinery to efficiently prepare products for distribution
- Reduced errors in shipments by carefully inspecting packages for quality and accuracy.
- Increased accuracy of packed items by diligently following packing lists and verifying product information.
- Maintained inventory accuracy, conducting regular stock checks and updating records.
- Counted items to verify accuracy of orders.
- Sorted and stacked finished items.
- Utilized adhesive labels and other materials to package items.
- Packaged fragile items with cushioning material.
Assembly Line Worker
First Call Recruitment (Prolife Foods)-Agency
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Operated assembly line machinery to meet production targets efficiently.
- Assembled products according to quality standards and specifications.
- Conducted routine equipment inspections to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area for safety compliance.
- Operated various tools, machinery, and equipment to complete assembly tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
- Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
Kitchen Assistant/Assembly Line Worker
Ready To Eat-Muscle Fuel
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Prepared ingredients for daily meal service, ensuring freshness and quality standards were met.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation, following recipes accurately and maintaining consistency in dishes.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Organized inventory, monitoring stock levels to prevent shortages and facilitate efficient operations.
- Heavily sanitized production rooms and machinery thoroughly especially during COVID
- Monitored food storage conditions to ensure compliance with health codes and prevent spoilage hazards.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation tasks, resulting in timely meal service.
Kitchen Hand/Dishwasher
CBK Bar and Restaurant
11.2017 - 05.2018
- Prepared and organized ingredients for meal preparation in fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards across workstations and kitchen areas.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation tasks, ensuring timely service during peak hours.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, adhering to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen workflows and enhance efficiency.
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Assembly Line Worker
Donovan's Chocolates
05.2016 - 11.2016
- Assisted in training new employees on assembly techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels to facilitate timely restocking of materials.
- Identified and reported production issues, contributing to problem-solving efforts.
- Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
- Reduced product defects by maintaining a clean work environment and adhering to strict quality control standards.
Fruit Picker/Packer
Sun Fruit Orchard (Seasonal)
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Harvested a variety of fruits using proper techniques to ensure quality and minimize damage.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of picking tools and equipment to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize pick rates and improve overall productivity during harvest seasons.
- Monitored fruit ripeness, identifying optimal picking times for maximum freshness and quality.
Education
Level 4 - Hospitality
NZMA
Hamilton12-2016
Level 3 - Hospitality
NZMA
Hamilton06-2016
Skills
- Packaging techniques
- Workplace cleanliness
- Efficient packing
- Labeling accuracy
- Palletizing proficiency
- Load lifting
- Assembly line
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse operations
- Order picking
- Assembly line experience
- Willingness to learn
- Teamwork
- Work well under pressure
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Clear communication
- Organizational skills
- Product packaging
Cooking
I enjoy cooking and baking in my spare time, with an interest in food preparation cleanliness, and following and trying new recipes.
Reading
Enjoy reading it keeps me informed, improves focus and supports learning about new things.
Travelling
I really love an adventure so travelling to new places is very exciting, sight-seeing, exploring, learning and gaining new experiences along the way on my travels has enhanced me to become more open minded,
History
I have always been interested in History knowledge and find it fascinating.
Family-Oriented
I value spending time with my family and children, which strengthens responsibility and team work skills.
Timeline
Assembly Line Packer
Bite LAB
07.2023 - 12.2024
Cleaner
City Cleaning Services
02.2023 - 06.2023
Online Packer/Shelf Stacker
First Call Recruitment (Christmas Temp-Agency}
11.2022 - 02.2023
Assembly Line Worker
First Call Recruitment (Prolife Foods)-Agency
03.2022 - 09.2022
Kitchen Assistant/Assembly Line Worker
Ready To Eat-Muscle Fuel
03.2020 - 07.2020
Kitchen Hand/Dishwasher
CBK Bar and Restaurant
11.2017 - 05.2018
Assembly Line Worker
Donovan's Chocolates
05.2016 - 11.2016
Fruit Picker/Packer
Sun Fruit Orchard (Seasonal)
01.2016 - 05.2016
Level 4 - Hospitality
NZMA
Level 3 - Hospitality
NZMA