Energetic packaging professional with comprehensive knowledge and experience in POP displays and contract packaging/manufacturing. My diverse cross-departmental experience includes; engineering, labor estimating, planning/forecasting, facilities management, equipment maintenance, database development and quality. I am that “go to” person to analyze problems, investigate alternatives and apply solutions as they relate to the evolving contract packaging industry. Accustomed to working on multiple, cross-departmental initiatives. Developed a suite of Microsoft Access database applications for managing plant operations that can be adapted to any co-packing operation, providing a level of information management uncommon in mid-size companies. My experience with packaging equipment includes; troubleshooting, integration and customization designed to improve functionality and flexibility, resulting in reduced labor and improved efficiency. Through my exposure to a vast array of packaging and assembly line experiences, I apply “lean” principles and “best practices” to every new challenge. An excellent communicator who has participated in hundreds of face-to-face client meetings, audits and presentations, supporting Sales Executives and Administrators by providing detailed explanations and analysis, directly resulting in millions of dollars in new and sustained business. Developed and implemented "on site" Pack To Order / Build to Order display and special pack programs for Fortune 500 companies across North America.Specialties: Packaging Equipment Specification/Integration/ModificationDatabase Design and ManagementFacility ManagementQuality Systems/ProceduresLabor Estimating/Line Balancing/Lean