Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Activities And interests
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Nick Strachan

Kingston

Summary

An Enthusiastic individual eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills. Has a clear understanding of how to think strategically to complete given duties. Known for handling diverse job requirements and meet company goals. Consistently looking for ways to improve to challenge performance targets. Hard working and gives full effort in everything to fulfill tasks efficiently.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Packaging Machine Operator

PepsiCo
10.2023 - Current
  • Troubleshot machine alarms and jams, repairing machines and thoroughly documenting results.
  • Replenished packaging supplies such as printer ribbon and boxes to maintain inventory.
  • Operated various types of packaging machines, adapting quickly to different product requirements and packaging materials.
  • Improved packaging efficiency by implementing standardized operating procedures for machine setup and operation.
  • Reduced downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and troubleshooting packaging equipment issues.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines, ensuring timely order fulfillment.

Electrical Apprentice/General Laborer

Lit Up Electrical - REAL Construction Group
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining and connecting wire.
  • Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
  • Adhered to electrical and building codes when installing and repairing electrical systems or components.
  • Optimized work readiness with organized tools and spaces.
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
  • Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.

Material Handling

Karmax Heavy Stamping, Magna
09.2021 - 08.2023

Operated Tugger to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.

  • Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Monitored production schedule to keep proper amount of inventory on hand.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.

Karate Instructor

The Academy Of Martial Arts
09.2018 - 04.2020
  • Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate basics and exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
  • Evaluated student performance to determine promotion in rank.
  • Coached new students by breaking down techniques into simple moves.
  • Instructed student leadership classes to promote motivational attitude, self-confidence, discipline and self-esteem.
  • Assisted with sparring and contact exercises to pair students of similar rank, size and age.
  • Developed karate lesson plans to meet individual needs of each participant.
  • Educated clients on effective ways to exercise while on business travel, at home and on vacation.

Education

Electrical Techniques Certification -

Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Brampton, ON
08.2022

High School Diploma -

Bishop Reding Catholic Secondary School
Milon, ON
06.2020

Skills

  • Accountable and Independent
  • Effective Interpersonal Skills
  • Solid Quantitative Skills
  • Warm and Confident Presence
  • Effective Team Collaboration
  • Logical Problem-Solving Under Pressure

Activities And interests

I am passionate about all types of activity and learning about different ways to challenge myself mentally and physically . I enjoy contact sports and high energy activities including basketball, Karate training, cross country and weight training.  Also, In order to challenge my style of thinking, I enjoy solving various puzzles and riddles.

Certification

  • Sit Down Forklift, Safety Provisions, INC - 3 years
  • Tugger, Safety Provisions, INC - 3 Years

Timeline

Packaging Machine Operator

PepsiCo
10.2023 - Current

Electrical Apprentice/General Laborer

Lit Up Electrical - REAL Construction Group
09.2022 - 02.2023

Material Handling

Karmax Heavy Stamping, Magna
09.2021 - 08.2023

Karate Instructor

The Academy Of Martial Arts
09.2018 - 04.2020

Electrical Techniques Certification -

Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

High School Diploma -

Bishop Reding Catholic Secondary School
Nick Strachan