Greg Zander Email & Phone Number

Neenah, Wisconsin, United States

Drive Personal Care innovations and product improvement as well as machine capability enhancements.

Kcpx - Neenah, Wisconsin

Identical responsibilities as my previously held role on the PML(Pant Mainline). 2015 - Completed a total of twelve (12) different projects in support of the Adult and Feminine Care (AFC) and KCI Businesses on the Garment Mainline (GML).Delivered a machine utilization of 94% during 2015.Supported development learning for two key projects moving forward in 2016: One delivers product softness and flexibility to the Depend DPU variant and the other is the largest Depends cost savings initiative for 2016 at a projected 3.1MM/annually.

Ccdf - Neenah, Wi

Act as the communications link between operations and product developers for new products as they relate to the PML (pant mainline) pilot equipment to ensure the trials meet or exceed expectations. Discuss all upcoming trials with the trial leads to ensure necessary equipment/materials are in place prior to the trial and all anticipated safety concerns are addressed prior to the start of the trial. Develop systems and manage all personnel regarding equipment grade changes to improve efficiencies. The PML crew averaged 43.4% improvement in grade change times in 2014.Tracked and report grade changes by equipment so planning becomes more accurate.Train or facilitate training for new PML operators ensuring Safety is priority one.

Ccdf - Neenah, Wi

Process support professional for trials run on the pant mainline. Work directly with the trial teams to ensure systems are in place to produce a quality product.

Green Bay, Wi

Operations management. Safety initiatives including SOP development and implementation, scheduling, machine issues, quality control, performance reviews, training, discipline, hiring, firing and recognition.Cost reductionsContinuous rate improvements from 1000 pounds per hour to 1600+ PPH over 3.5 years increasing machine capacity while applying lean operating principles.Finding and processing alternate resins and reclaim that save the company over $2.3MM annually.Lead all asset appropriations, purchases and capital projects.Work with vendors and internal teams to plan and complete projects.Process engineering/supportEvaluate and develop new methods and procedures driving process improvement.Pushed the process past its “Capabilities” to produce 37.5% more quality product while maintaining uptime. Available 24/7 to support day-to-day operations and processing issues.Proven track record of planning successful trials to advance the company’s offerings, including 100% reclaimed product and elastomeric fibers.Successfully achieved department objectives.Successfully partnered with maintenance, supply chain management, finance and planning teams to accomplish additional goals and objectives.

Nnf - Neenah, Wi

Performed routine PM's as well as Troubleshooting and programming PLC's and drives to automate equipment. Responded to electrical and mechanical issues/upsets related to all industrial equipment in the plant.

Nnf - Neenah, Wi

Manufacturing background to include Bi-Co Spunbond and Meltblown processes, R&D, Rewinding, Ultra-sonic bonding, converting, waste stream management and the coordination of training for upgraded equipment.

Education record

Licensed Industrial Journeyman Electrician

General Studies