Aaron Schuster
Algoma
Summary
Dedicated Production Supervisor with 10 years of experience in optimizing production operations and implementing effective training programs. Skilled in troubleshooting and enhancing workflow efficiency, ensuring adherence to quality standards while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Multi-Color Corporation
Algoma, WI
06.2016 - Current
- Supervised daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on equipment operation and best practices for efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow and reduced downtime across production lines.
- Coordinated scheduling to optimize resource allocation and meet production targets effectively.
- Monitored key performance indicators, identifying areas for improvement in productivity and quality control.
- Developed training materials and standard operating procedures to ensure consistency in operations across shifts.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, providing feedback to enhance team capabilities and morale.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Managed inventory levels effectively to ensure availability of raw materials and minimize stock discrepancies.
Lead Ink Technician
Multi-color Corporation
Algoma, WI
01.2011 - 05.2016
- Supervised ink formulation processes to ensure quality and consistency across production lines.
- Trained and mentored junior technicians on ink mixing techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency in ink production workflows.
- Conducted regular maintenance on mixing equipment to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
- Collaborated with R&D teams to develop new ink formulations meeting customer specifications.
- Monitored inventory levels of raw materials, ensuring timely replenishment for uninterrupted operations.
- Ensured color accuracy across all print jobs by closely monitoring ink formulation and making adjustments as needed.
Education
Associate of Arts - Wood Techniques
Northeast Wisconsin Technical Collage
Green Bay, WI05-1999
Skills
- Quality control
- Production management
- Manage ink room
- Manage ink and coating inventory
- Trouble shoot printing issues
- Trial new coating and inks
- Train employees on color matching software and inventory software such as X-rite Autura, X-rite fast match, ink formulation 5, measure color, SPEC and HMJ inventory software
- Was on our company's corporate standard team for 4 years with included making decisions on what anilox, sticky back, plate material, dr blades and inks were used and implement in multiple plants
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Multi-Color Corporation
06.2016 - Current
Lead Ink Technician
Multi-color Corporation
01.2011 - 05.2016
Associate of Arts - Wood Techniques
Northeast Wisconsin Technical Collage