Bob Troka

Finishing Department Manager

Greif

06.2003 - Current

Coordinated production operations by calculating material and labor needs to maximize resources.
Informed leadership of problems and situations that affected department performance and drove accountability by formulating solutions to resolve issues.
Maintained work area and equipment and followed prescribed safety procedures to minimize injuries and incidents.
Supported department policies, procedures and standards to advocate for organization and maintain compliance.
Reported injuries and incidents and submitted supporting documentation to facilitate company investigation.
Interacted with warehouse personnel to resolve inventory discrepancies and quality issues to reduce downtime.
Identified process improvement areas and employee professional development needs through observations, interactions and production floor walk-throughs.
Created reports and scheduled production requirements in [Software] to facilitate department operations.
Conducted thorough analyses of production data, pinpointing inefficiencies and developing targeted strategies for improvement.
Led cross-functional teams in the development of new products, bringing innovative solutions to market faster.
Managed department budget effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality output.
Reduced waste generation by closely monitoring production processes and identifying areas for improvement.
Implemented safety protocols, resulting in decreased workplace accidents and improved overall safety compliance scores.
Increased employee satisfaction by providing ongoing training opportunities and promoting open communication channels.
Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team members to share ideas and collaborate on process enhancements.
Developed comprehensive performance metrics, enabling data-driven decision-making for operational improvements.
Enhanced production efficiency by implementing new workflow processes and optimizing resource allocation.
Streamlined inventory management systems to minimize production delays and reduce downtime.
Mentored junior staff members, fostering skill development and strengthening overall team performance.
Maintained strict quality control standards, ensuring all finished products met or exceeded customer expectations.
Applied leadership and technical skills to facilitate safe and effective department operations.
Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.