So, you're doing great at work and feel full of confidence. You think it's time to take on a bigger role with more responsibility. But how do you prepare for the jump? You've come to the right place.
Meet Ama, they're making a CV to progress in their career
Ama's employer recently offered them some job-related training to help them progress at work. Ama enjoyed the course so much that they've now enrolled on the next level. They now feel motivated to take their new skills to the next pay grade.
After speaking to a careers adviser, Ama put together a CV which shows off their transferable skills. Combined with more than 20 years' experience in the food industry, they're in a great position to take the next step in their career.
Ama's example
Take a look at Ama's CV and use our tips to make your next career move
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Ama Davis
Phone07836994288
Emailama.davis@email.co.uk
Address7 Upper Miller St Blairgowrie, PH10 6AQ
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Passionate about maintaining high standards, I am a Quality Control Lead who thrives in a fast-paced workplace. Experienced in the food industry with ISO 9001 certification, I create effective processes and systems to ensure we comply with regulations. Having worked within the industry for over 20 years, I have a comprehensive knowledge of legislation surrounding food production. I am skilled at managing large teams of employees, handling customer queries and recording data.
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Skills
Willingness to keep up to date with legislation and standards
Accurate and methodical approach to work
Interest in analysing and interpreting statistics
Ability to prioritise my workload and meet deadlines
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent spoken and written communication skills
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Achievements
09/19
Everyday Leadership Award, Whitburn Factory
01/23
Prize for Excellence in Delivery, Whitburn Factory
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Work experience
09/15 to present
Quality Control Technician at Whitburn Factory, Perth
Investigating root causes, making sure corrective or preventive action is taken in response to complaints, quality incidents or quarantines. Leading quality projects, including data reviews and audits. Checking that products and services meet requires standards for the food industry. Making sure that measuring and testing equipment are set up and working correctly. Dealing with customer complaints and passing on information to suppliers. Collecting data and writing reports on findings.
03/08 to 09/15
Food Production Operative at Whitburn Factory, Perth
Assisting in the manufacturing of all food products following all operational standards. Recording temperatures, cooking times and weights. Putting products into containers, wrapping and labelling products. Carrying out basic quality checks and reporting any faults in the machinery. Keeping work areas clean and organised.
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Education and training
Nov 23 to present
ISO 9001: Lead Auditor Course (Enrolled)
Jul 2019
ISO 9002: Internal Auditor Course (CQI and IRCA certified)
Jun 2015
ISO 9003: 2015 Foundation Course
Dec 2013
REHIS Elementary Certificate in HACCP for Food Manufacturing
Dec 2008
REHIS Introduction to Food Hygiene Certificate
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Additional information
Travel to work: Car owner/driver who can reliably commute within the Central Belt.
Volunteering: For 10 years, I have been volunteering as a youth coach at my church. Every Sunday, while the adult service takes place, I lead a group of around 25 children through activities like baking, games, and bible study. This teaches the young people how to socialise and builds their confidence.
Ama Davis
Phone number07836994288
Emailama.davis@email.co.uk
Address7 Upper Miller St Blairgowrie, PH10 6AQ
Personal details
Your personal information is key as it's how an employer will get in touch with you. Give them a few ways to contact you, like a phone number, email address or LinkedIn account.
Personal summary
Passionate about maintaining high standards, I am a Quality Control Lead who thrives in a fast-paced workplace. Experienced in the food industry with ISO 9001 certification, I create effective processes and systems to ensure we comply with regulations. Having worked within the industry for over 20 years, I have a comprehensive knowledge of legislation surrounding food production. I am skilled at managing large teams of employees, handling customer queries and recording data.
Personal summary
This is your chance to give a little background about yourself. As you're looking to progress, you should highlight your knowledge, experience and the roles you've done throughout your career to prepare for this next step. But keep it brief — your CV can go into much more detail!
Skills
Willingness to keep up to date with legislation and standards
Accurate and methodical approach to work
Interest in analysing and interpreting statistics
Ability to prioritise my workload and meet deadlines
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent spoken and written communication skills
Skills
Be guided by the job description. Use this section to show why your skills make you the best person for the role.
Sell your skills using positive adjectives and active language. You could even give specific examples from your previous roles to highlight how you've used each skill in context.
Prize for Excellence in Delivery, Whitburn Factory
Achievements
If you're hoping to progress, you need to showcase all the things that make you shine! If you've been recognised for great work, this is the place to mention it.
Whether you earned an award in education, as part of your job or through a hobby, employers want to know about your achievements and any recognition you've received.
During your interview, you may be asked to give more information. So, prepare to elaborate on why you were so wonderful.
Work experience
09/15 to present
Quality Control Technician at Whitburn Factory, Perth
Investigating root causes, making sure corrective or preventive action is taken in response to complaints, quality incidents or quarantines. Leading quality projects, including data reviews and audits. Checking that products and services meet requires standards for the food industry. Making sure that measuring and testing equipment are set up and working correctly. Dealing with customer complaints and passing on information to suppliers. Collecting data and writing reports on findings.
03/08 to 09/15
Food Production Operative at Whitburn Factory, Perth
Assisting in the manufacturing of all food products following all operational standards. Recording temperatures, cooking times and weights. Putting products into containers, wrapping and labelling products. Carrying out basic quality checks and reporting any faults in the machinery. Keeping work areas clean and organised.
Work experience
A key part of this type of CV is showing off your experience. Make sure to include the most relevant roles from your work history to convince an employer you're ready for this next step.
Employers want to see both paid and unpaid (volunteering) roles, who you worked for and for how long. Give a short overview of your duties to highlight your responsibilities too.
Education and training
Nov 23 to present
ISO 9001: Lead Auditor Course (Enrolled)
Jul 2019
ISO 9002: Internal Auditor Course (CQI and IRCA certified)
Jun 2015
ISO 9003: 2015 Foundation Course
Dec 2013
REHIS Elementary Certificate in HACCP for Food Manufacturing
Dec 2008
REHIS Introduction to Food Hygiene Certificate
Education and training
If the job description asks for specific qualifications or certificates, mention these first. Show them you meet the basic criteria.
You may not have been in education for a long time, but you've likely done training throughout your career. Highlight your most recent, relevant qualifications and completed courses.
Additional information
Travel to work: Car owner/driver who can reliably commute within the Central Belt.Volunteering: For 10 years, I have been volunteering as a youth coach at my church. Every Sunday, while the adult service takes place, I lead a group of around 25 children through activities like baking, games, and bible study. This teaches the young people how to socialise and builds their confidence.
Additional information
When reading your application, an employer wants to get a full picture of you as a person. So, they may be interested in some information about your other interests.
Do you volunteer somewhere? Are you a keen photographer in your spare time? Do you play a sport? All this extra information highlights even more of your skills and experiences, and you may be asked to elaborate in person.
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Ama Davis
Phone number07836994288
Emailama.davis@email.co.uk
Address7 Upper Miller St Blairgowrie, PH10 6AQ
Passionate about maintaining high standards, I am a Quality Control Lead who thrives in a fast-paced workplace. Experienced in the food industry with ISO 9001 certification, I create effective processes and systems to ensure we comply with regulations. Having worked within the industry for over 20 years, I have a comprehensive knowledge of legislation surrounding food production. I am skilled at managing large teams of employees, handling customer queries and recording data.
Skills
Willingness to keep up to date with legislation and standards
Accurate and methodical approach to work
Interest in analysing and interpreting statistics
Ability to prioritise my workload and meet deadlines
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent spoken and written communication skills
Achievements
09/19
Everyday Leadership Award, Whitburn Factory
01/23
Prize for Excellence in Delivery, Whitburn Factory
Work experience
09/15 to present
Quality Control Technician at Whitburn Factory, Perth
Investigating root causes, making sure corrective or preventive action is taken in response to complaints, quality incidents or quarantines. Leading quality projects, including data reviews and audits. Checking that products and services meet requires standards for the food industry. Making sure that measuring and testing equipment are set up and working correctly. Dealing with customer complaints and passing on information to suppliers. Collecting data and writing reports on findings.
03/08 to 09/15
Food Production Operative at Whitburn Factory, Perth
Assisting in the manufacturing of all food products following all operational standards. Recording temperatures, cooking times and weights. Putting products into containers, wrapping and labelling products. Carrying out basic quality checks and reporting any faults in the machinery. Keeping work areas clean and organised.
Education and training
Nov 23 to present
ISO 9001: Lead Auditor Course (Enrolled)
Jul 2019
ISO 9002: Internal Auditor Course (CQI and IRCA certified)
Jun 2015
ISO 9003: 2015 Foundation Course
Dec 2013
REHIS Elementary Certificate in HACCP for Food Manufacturing
Dec 2008
REHIS Introduction to Food Hygiene Certificate
Additional information
Travel to work: Car owner/driver who can reliably commute within the Central Belt.
Volunteering: For 10 years, I have been volunteering as a youth coach at my church. Every Sunday, while the adult service takes place, I lead a group of around 25 children through activities like baking, games, and bible study. This teaches the young people how to socialise and builds their confidence.
