Matthew Pistell
100 Mile House,BC
Summary
Professional leader, dynamic and results-driven with extensive experience at West Fraser Mills, excelling in operating machinery operation and production supervision.
Proven ability to optimize workflows and enhance team performance through effective communication and training. Committed to safety compliance and quality assurance, fostering a positive work environment while achieving operational excellence.
Reliable and results-driven, with keen ability to support team objectives and productivity. excited and willing to learn new things and apply myself to the fullest
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer/Production Supervisor
West Fraser Mills
06.2011 - Current
- Operated machinery for efficient lumber processing and handling.
- obtained Lumber Grading ticket
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to enhance safety protocols.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials, ensuring timely delivery to production lines.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and minimize downtime during operations.
- Trained new laborers on operational procedures and safety guidelines to ensure compliance.
- Led shift teams in daily tasks, fostering communication and teamwork among crew members.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Bolstered team morale with a positive attitude and willingness to help others when needed.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Operated forklifts to complete various tasks.
- Supervised daily production operations to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for equipment malfunctions, ensuring minimal disruption in operations.
- Set controls to adjust speed, feed rate.
- Increased production speed without compromising quality by optimizing machine settings for different materials and specifications.
- Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining and operating the planer machine with precision and accuracy.
- Completed paperwork, documenting , daily production numbers, downtime.
- Examined wood, work areas, and supplies for defects and damage
Hockey Referee
BC Hockey
09.2005 - Current
- Officiated competitive hockey games ensuring adherence to rules and regulations.
- Communicated effectively with players and coaches to maintain game integrity.
- Assessed player conduct, making decisive penalty calls as necessary.
- Collaborated with other referees to enhance officiating consistency during matches.
- Mentored new referees, providing guidance on game management and rule interpretation.
- Contributed to a positive game atmosphere by maintaining professionalism at all times, both on and off the ice.
- Handled disputes calmly and effectively, diffusing tense situations between teams during matches.
- Promoted sportsmanship among players, coaches, and spectators through respectful interactions and role modeling.
- Enhanced game fairness by enforcing rules and regulations consistently.
- Upheld high ethical standards while officiating hockey games, earning trust among teams, coaches, spectators, and league organizers.
- Reduced instances of player misconduct through proactive intervention strategies before conflicts escalated into more serious issues.
- Evaluated fellow referees'' performances during games, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement within the officiating community.
- Make difficult judgment calls on unsportsmanlike behavior and other violations.
- Explained and taught regulations and rules to players and coaches.
- Provided safe playing environment for players by monitoring activity.
Education
No Degree - Electrical Year 1,2 Completion
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops01-2014
High School Diploma -
Peter Skene Ogden
100 Mile House, BC06-2011
Skills
- Machinery operation/ Forklift
- Safety compliance
- Production supervision
- Workflow optimization
- Team leadership
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Material handling
- Training and mentoring
- Quality assurance
- Communication skills
- Shift management
- Conflict resolution
- Performance evaluation
- Game officiating standards
- Willingness to learn
- Ethical decision-making
- Safety awareness
- Heavy lifting
- Time management
- Physical strength
- Job site safety
- Repetitive work
- Hand-eye coordination
- Carrying heavy loads
- Endurance and stamina
Additional Information
contact
250-945-4890
Timeline
Laborer/Production Supervisor
West Fraser Mills
06.2011 - Current
Hockey Referee
BC Hockey
09.2005 - Current
No Degree - Electrical Year 1,2 Completion
Thompson Rivers University
High School Diploma -
Peter Skene Ogden