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Charles Sears
Chesterfield
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated manufacturing professional with 28 years of experience in corrugator operations. Expertise in team collaboration, workplace safety, and problem-solving. Committed to fostering a secure working environment and driving continuous improvements in production efficiency and quality standards.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corrugator Supervisor
Packaging Corporation of America
Richmond, VA
03.1998 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of corrugator production lines, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on safety protocols and machine operations.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced waste.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for equipment to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety standards.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and recommend operational adjustments for optimal performance.
- Led cross-functional teams in troubleshooting issues, fostering collaboration across departments.
- Collaborated with quality assurance teams to ensure adherence to industry standards and customer specifications.
- Optimized workflow with efficient team management, proper delegation of tasks, and workload balancing.
- Provided regular reports on production metrics to upper management, highlighting successes and areas needing improvement with proposed solutions.
- Ensured product quality by establishing clear guidelines for work procedures and monitoring compliance.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment upgrades that improved overall operational efficiency in the corrugation process.
- Troubleshot equipment issues quickly to minimize disruptions in the production process.
- Coordinated with other supervisors to develop comprehensive schedules that maximized resource utilization.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and adjusting machine settings.
- Contributed ideas during budgeting discussions that led directly towards cost-saving measures being implemented across the department.
- Tracked production data to create reports and analyze performance.
- Reduced downtime and increased productivity by conducting routine maintenance on corrugator machines.
- Analyzed production data to identify areas for improvement, leading to increased output rates.
- Developed contingency plans for unexpected equipment failures or personnel shortages, mitigating potential risks to production timelines.
- Trained staff on production guidelines, safety protocols and efficiency techniques.
- Maintained detailed records of machine performance, allowing for preventive maintenance planning and reduced repair costs.
- Supervised 8-15 staff by training, scheduling, coaching and boosting morale.
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering teamwork and collaboration for better results.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment, reducing workplace accidents.
- Managed inventory levels of raw materials effectively, ensuring uninterrupted production flow without excess stock wastage or delays due to insufficient supplies.
- Resolved conflicts among team members professionally when needed, promoting a positive work atmosphere conducive to productivity gains.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hopewell High School
Hopewell, Virginia06-2001
Skills
- Team communication
- Team collaboration
- Machine operation
- Health and safety
- Safety protocols
- Training personnel
- Manufacturing operations
- Staff supervision
- Waste reduction
- Production scheduling
- Manufacturing processes
- Cost control
- Reporting data
- Efficiency management
- Employee team supervision
- Maintaining reports
- Managing process efficiency
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Workplace safety
- Power and hand tools
- Manufacturing experience
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Heavy lifting
- Machinery operations
- Machinery cleaning
- Safety compliance
- Machine maintenance
- Hydraulic systems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Welding techniques
- Parts fabrication
- Pneumatic systems
- Equipment calibration
- Mechanical aptitude
- OSHA
Certification
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Interests
Timeline
Corrugator Supervisor
Packaging Corporation of America
03.1998 - Current
High School Diploma -
Hopewell High School