Machine Operator & Operations Team Lead

ARINZE CHIJIOKE MGBACHIUZO

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Dependable and experienced Machine Operator and Operations Leader with more than five years of hands-on experience in production, packaging, team leadership, employee training, and warehouse-related operations. Proven ability to lead and train employees, organize daily work, maintain quality and safety standards, meet production and customer deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision. Experienced in leading teams of approximately 45 workers. Recognized for integrity, honesty, respect, humility, reliability, and a strong commitment to company standards and results. CORE SKILLS

• Machine Operation & Production • Team Leadership & Employee Training

• Production & Packaging • Warehouse Safety Awareness

• GMP / Food Safety Awareness • Food Allergen Awareness

• Daily Operations Coordination • Meeting Customer Deadlines

• Quality & Workplace Standards • Independent Work & Reliability

• Problem Solving • Professionalism & Integrity

CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

• Certified Fork Lift Driver – Certified training and qualification for forklift operation.

• Current GMP Training – Van Rees – Good Manufacturing Practice training in accordance with GFSI (FSC22000).

• GMP / Warehouse Safety Training – Training covering safety practices in the warehouse and safe handling of work activities.

• Food Allergen Training – Training on food allergens and prevention of allergen-related risks in a food production environment.

• WES Credential Evaluation – World Education Services (WES) evaluation of educational credentials. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Machine Operator / Team Lead – Tea Repacking

Ela’s Organic Tea Company — Ontario, Canada 2025 – Present

• Operate production and packaging equipment while maintaining quality, safety, and workplace standards.

• Lead and support a group of employees involved in repacking Red Rooibos tea sourced from South Africa.

• Teach and train team members on proper work procedures, packaging requirements, and efficient methods for completing assigned tasks.

• Organize daily work and coordinate team activities to ensure production targets and customer deadlines are achieved.

• Monitor workflow and provide practical guidance so production continues smoothly and efficiently.

• Apply GMP, warehouse safety, and food allergen awareness in daily work activities.

• Work independently with minimal supervision and take responsibility for completing assigned duties correctly and on time. Operations Manager / Machine Operator

Royal Dates Company — Ajman, United Arab Emirates 2020 – 2023

• Promoted from Machine Operator to Operations Manager based on strong performance, reliability, and leadership ability.

• Led and coordinated approximately 45 workers every day in a fast-paced dates production and packaging operation.

• Assigned duties, guided employees, and taught workers how to perform their tasks correctly, safely, and efficiently.

• Supervised daily production activities and helped ensure work was completed according to company requirements and deadlines.

• Worked six days per week with demanding 12-hour shifts while maintaining consistent productivity and professionalism.

• Supported smooth day-to-day operations by monitoring workflow, assisting employees, and addressing routine production issues.

• Built a positive working environment through respect, discipline, teamwork, and leading by example. Machine Operator – Dates Carton Sealing

Royal Palm — Ajman, United Arab Emirates 2018 – 2020

• Operated machinery used for sealing dates cartons in a production and packaging environment.

• Followed production procedures and maintained attention to packaging quality and accuracy.

• Worked efficiently in a demanding production environment and completed assigned duties with minimal supervision.

• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, teamwork, and a strong commitment to company standards. LEADERSHIP & WORK ETHIC

A strong team leader who leads by example and takes responsibility for getting work done correctly and on time. Experienced in teaching employees how to perform their work, organizing people according to daily production needs, and supporting quality, safety, and productivity. I serve every company with integrity, honesty, respect, trust, humility, and responsibility. REFERENCES

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