• Managed container department production of thermoformed food packaging products, overseeing work of 40 unionized production and maintenance staff running a continuous process• Fostered teamwork that resulted in improved troubleshooting by sharing ideas and skills• Implemented inventory system for inks required at printing machines which eliminated rush deliveries from supplier and added charges of up to $2k annually• Streamlined paperwork such as trace information and quality… Show more • Managed container department production of thermoformed food packaging products, overseeing work of 40 unionized production and maintenance staff running a continuous process• Fostered teamwork that resulted in improved troubleshooting by sharing ideas and skills• Implemented inventory system for inks required at printing machines which eliminated rush deliveries from supplier and added charges of up to $2k annually• Streamlined paperwork such as trace information and quality reports to allow workers to concentrate on workflow while still capturing required documentation• Developed standards for expected change-over time for cup printers including ink colours and cup sizes that reduced set up times by 30%• Reduced product codes for extruded material by 33% by standardizing dimensions resulting in less warehouse space required for in-process material• Coordinated material supply such as resin pellets to ensure hoppers drained as the order was completed, increasing uptime by approximately one12-hour shift per month Show less

Lean Six Sigma - Team LeaderMaster Scheduling of Production and MaterialsCounterbalance Forklift Trainer• Prioritized production runs and equipment change-overs to increase capacity and supply customer schedule on a 4 to 7 day turn around resulting in a 40% increase in business from a major customer • Purchased raw materials including labels, card stock, liner and glue to meet customer needs while maintaining an inventory as low as 24 hours of supply• Scheduled internal… Show more Lean Six Sigma - Team LeaderMaster Scheduling of Production and MaterialsCounterbalance Forklift Trainer• Prioritized production runs and equipment change-overs to increase capacity and supply customer schedule on a 4 to 7 day turn around resulting in a 40% increase in business from a major customer • Purchased raw materials including labels, card stock, liner and glue to meet customer needs while maintaining an inventory as low as 24 hours of supply• Scheduled internal shippers and external carriers to meet delivery requirements of customers to a 99% on-time delivery rate• Led Lean Six Sigma project targeting reduction of scrap resulting in $32k in sustained savings achieved toward Green Belt certification • Maintained a safe, clean environment that met HACCP, CFIA and FDA sanitation audit standards • Drove safety program with documented daily interactions and weekly meetings to aid in achieving no lost time or recordable accidents over 5 years • Assisted to set annual budget with Plant Manager (PM), examined labour, maintenance and scrap variance monthly, assessed progress to meet reduction targets and submitted report to PM for Division Manager Show less

• Coordinated material and equipment changes and implemented best practices to ensure a smooth transition from production runs, reducing change-over time by 50% • Maintained product quality by assessing and correcting problems related to production processes such as changes in temperature, resin and solvent mixtures, and water quality and flow • Coached staff and provided regular feedback on safety, reducing medical aids and contributing to 804 days without a lost time accident;… Show more • Coordinated material and equipment changes and implemented best practices to ensure a smooth transition from production runs, reducing change-over time by 50% • Maintained product quality by assessing and correcting problems related to production processes such as changes in temperature, resin and solvent mixtures, and water quality and flow • Coached staff and provided regular feedback on safety, reducing medical aids and contributing to 804 days without a lost time accident; translating into over 700,000 hours worked • Provided quicker than standard turnaround times on urgent requests from key customers to ensure on-time product delivery, by adjusting schedules and prioritizing production as required• Mediated and resolved employee conflicts following established standards and the collective agreement to ensure a smooth continuation of workflow and a cooperative team environment• Ensured safe operation of radiation producing equipment by enforcing company policy and government regulations through visual monitoring, certification training and retesting of employees• Prioritized equipment repairs and preventative maintenance to optimize workflow• Implemented a recycling program that reduced scrap by 500 lbs. on a weekly basis• Customized existing equipment to prolong operation resulting in annual cost savings of $27k in down time and $8k in equipment costs Show less