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Richard Hogstead

Kamloops

Summary

Dynamic Stacker Operator with a proven track record at Thompson River Veneer Products, enhancing production efficiency through effective troubleshooting and teamwork. Skilled in efficient loading and workplace cleanliness, I excel in optimizing workflow and maintaining safety standards, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality output.

Hardworking individual with extensive background operating heavy duty machinery on diverse range of construction sites and projects. Committed to maintaining service standards.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Stacker Operator

Thompson River Veneer Products
11.2019 - 09.2024
  • Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining and troubleshooting Stacker Operator equipment.
  • Operated stacker machines for smooth product flow and improved overall output.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow, enhancing productivity levels.
  • Maintained open communication lines with coworkers and management to ensure smooth operations at all times.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.

Line Cook Supervisor

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
03.2016 - 11.2019
  • Coordinated seamless shift transitions by maintaining thorough handover notes and clear communication channels among team members.
  • Streamlined communication between front-of-house and back-of-house staff, reducing order errors and enhancing guest satisfaction.
  • Overhauled kitchen organization system, increasing workspace functionality and expediting meal preparation times.
  • Mentored junior cooks for improved cooking techniques, resulting in higher quality dishes and increased customer satisfaction.
  • Oversaw timely completion of daily prep lists, ensuring essential mise en place was readily available for efficient service execution.
  • Reduced food waste by implementing portion control measures and closely monitoring inventory levels.

Sales Associate

Dollarama
09.2014 - 02.2016
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.


Education

High School Diploma -

Norkam Secondary
Kamloops
03-2014

Skills

  • Efficient loading
  • Warehouse safety
  • Workplace cleanliness
  • Order picking

  • Proper lifting techniques
  • Weight distribution
  • Cutting techniques
  • Load calculation

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Stacker Operator

Thompson River Veneer Products
11.2019 - 09.2024

Line Cook Supervisor

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
03.2016 - 11.2019

Sales Associate

Dollarama
09.2014 - 02.2016

High School Diploma -

Norkam Secondary
Richard Hogstead