1. Richard A H CLEAL
7 Wakatu Lane, Nelson
Nelson 7010
New Zealand
Cellular: cell +64 021 283 9753
joshanto@xtra.co.nz
WORK HISTORY
TALLEY’S NELSON:
Coolstore Manager: (Feb 2013 to Feb 2015) The task was to assist in restoring the operation to its former status, build
a new team, implement a new inventory Barcoding system in unison with the 5 Factory Vessels. During the
commissioning of the Barcoding system we have implemented a new Yard layout in order to gain operating space
produce better flow, which has been achieved. A redesign of the Store floor was initiated to plan for improved
locations, resulting in better FIFO, less damage, better access and obtained a higher level of stock volume in terms of
pallet spaces. This also improves traceability, accuracy of container loading, presentation and quality to customers as
well as improved times of loading with respect that each carton is no longer labeled at both ends and there has been an
increase of 70% Customer Labels requiring hand application at loading. The final projects of improved discharge
Speeds, Improved Palletisation are about to be realized to reduce damage and utilize better capacities while retaining
the integrity of locating stock at a moments notice. Unfortunately there is at least another year of development
required to achieve the goals of effective and efficient Storage and distribution. Succession planning has not yet been
achieved, nor have all the procedures been affirmed as the Inventory System is being developed and tailored to the
business as opposed to an off the shelf model that requires the business to alter in order to suit the software.
KORU A SEAFOOD AFFAIRE CAFE:
Restaurant Owner: (Aug 2012 to Mar 2013)
A Seafood Restaurant in Picton. This started very well with favourable reviews for good service, quality food and a
growing following of clientele. The decision to accept the offer from Talley’s Nelson was seen as an opportunity to
secure a winter income while developing an already experienced Chef. However the Chef had 3 weeks off over a 2
months period as well as generating poor reviews proving to be damaging to reputation, where we felt the only option
was to shut shop as it would be too difficult to re-attract business from partnering Motels as it would not be suitable
for their business to recommend our new Chef. Better to cut the losses while they were affordable.
NELSON RANGER FISHING COMPANY:
Production Manager: (From Jan 2012 to Jul 2012)
I was selected for this role to create improvement to the current levels throughout the balance of the plant, I resigned
as the company would not adopt a lean approach, nor alter the cooking process to maximize yields and allow better
time at sea to create better growth of the Mussels, we were process prematurely as there issues that caused issues prior
to my arrival. Unfortunately the business could not recover from previous poor management financially where it
closed the doors and sold on to the Talley’s Group Ltd. Was not successful in persuading the Director/Owner to alter
poor practices and focus on changes of improvement, improved yield. Therefore I resigned on the basis that I was
being paid a very good salary without being able to properly earn or justify the amount I was receiving.
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2. TALLEY’S ASHBURTON:
Value Added & Packing Manager: (From Apr 2011 to Dec 2011)
I was placed in this role to create improvement to the current levels throughout the balance of the plant in addition to
the Production role.
Production Manager: (From Nov 2009 to Apr 2011)
Processing French Fries, Wedges, Roasters, Potato Skins, Broad Beans, Peas & Corn Kernel Processing & Packing
departments. The Role also includes responsibility of the Yard (Storage of Raw Product, Waste Management, and
Bulk Container building for the processed products).
QA Manager: (Nov 2008 to Nov 2009)
Offered this role as the QA Manager resigned, there were at the time high compliance issues and high Customer
complaint problems. There was a need for a fresh and approach with analytical and solution finding approach. This
was a period of one year until the offer of the Production Manager was offered. The original reason for coming to this
plant was for the commissioning of a new process as the
Value Added Manager: (Jun 2008 to Nov 2008) for Talley’s Group Ashburton The original reason for coming to this
plant was for the commissioning of a new process and reestablish the relationship with a major company for the
products of this process.
AFFCO NZ LTD:
Plant Manager: (Jun 2006 to Jun 2008)
I was placed there to initiate positive change, develop effective and efficient practices on site. The task was not
completed as I had planned, however the two main commissioning projects were complete within time frame and
under budget being the new Beef Boning Room and the Rendering Plant, however many problems surfaced that were
beyond my ability or experience regarding compliance
TOOPS FRESH (Foodstuffs Petone Wellington):
Plant Manager: (Mar 2006 to Jun 2006)
Meat Processing based in Wellington. We were the supplier to the Foodstuffs Supermarket Chains via the Distribution
Centre as well as the Foodservice sector, highly customer oriented.
TALLEY’S MOTUEKA:
Shellfish Production Manager: (Apr 1998 to Mar 2006)
Marinated Mussels, Half Shell Mussels, Dredged Mussels, Scallops, Oysters & Whelks, high levels of processing and
compliance
Machine Operator Ice Cream Production (Nov 1996 to Apr 1998)
Mixing Operator, Churn Operator and Packing Assistant Operator.
Fish Rousey (Apr 1996 to Nov 1996) General Hand
OLD CEDERMAN HOUSE CAFÉ:
Owner-Operator (Oct 1993 to Oct 1996)
Regional Award Winner with a placing in awards each year of ownership.
Worked 1994 off season as a Tutor for ACCESS Groups in life skills and Cookery), 1995 and 1996 as a General Hand
for HOKI Season at Talley’s Motueka
THE ABEL TASMAN RESTAURANT:
Owner-Operator (Jan 1994 to Dec 1995)
Mainly functions, catering to the likes of the Lioness, Jaycees, Weddings and the like
VARIOUS ESTABLISMENTS, HOTELS and RESTAYRANTS:
Nelson Marlborough District Health Board: Food Supervisor (Nigel Buxton as Manager from Rutherford)
Old Cederman House as Cook
Abel Tasman Restaurant as Cook
Talley’s Motueka 1990 - General Hand (Orange Roughy, Tuna Hand Loading Containers, Mowing Lawns, Fish Shed)
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve: Chef (Won Taste Christchurch Food Award) – Michael Willis owner
Lion Breweries Hotels - Within their Christchurch Hotels (9 years)
Skyline Enterprises - Mountain View Restaurant as a Cook, Skyline Restaurant in Queenstown as a Cook (2 years)
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3. PROFILE
Experienced in problem solving, adept at solution thinking while under pressure
Ability to communicate at all levels whether written, verbally or anatomically
Very Good Networking skills
Very adaptable, able to understand, emulate, learn and improve environment regardless of obstacles
Able to work as an individual as well as part of a team
A good ability to achieve the targets and on many occasions exceed expectations within the timeframes
Dedicated, loyal and committed with a high degree of dependability
Very conversant with computers, computerized systems as well as able to introduce structure where there maybe nil or
very little
SKILLS
Unit Standards: 3271, 16800, 18408, 19174, 19175, 19176, 19177, 19178, 8074, 8077, 8081, 8084, 8085, 8086, 5332,
6212, 12315, 15344, 12315, 21566, 21977
(Quality Mgmt, Auditor, Food Handing, Food Safety, Fire & Equip Safety & Handling, Aust Meat, HACCP, Risk
Mgmt)
RMP Certified
Biosecurity Accredited Person 46981
Operator: Forklift - Gas/Electric/Reach Truck/Front End Loader Operator (Coolstore Storage or Yard)
KIAZEN Certificate
Quality Management Level 4
Chemical Handler Trained – HANCROFT & ECOLAB
Sensortronic Scales Trained – Metal Detector
Certified to Operate Semi Unattended Boiler No 1784
London City Guilds 706 1&2
NZ Trade Cert 430, NZ Trade Cert 903
Inventory (Scanning) Barcoding Operator/administrator – RACE, JDE
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