Brian Blackburn
Mount Orab,OH
Summary
Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Shift Production Supervisor
Fortis Solutions
Cincinnati, Ohio
10.2019 - Current
- Maintained communication with First Shift Production Supervisor to ensure smooth transition of duties.
- Trained new employees on proper safety protocols and procedures.
- Ensured all machinery was operating safely and efficiently.
- Resolved conflicts between employees as they arose.
- Developed strategies to increase productivity on the production floor.
- Assisted in troubleshooting complex problems associated with product defects or malfunctions.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery and vehicles.
Press Operator
Honeywell Technology Solutions
Cincinnati, Ohio
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Inspect and test printed materials for defects such as smearing, blurring, fading, or streaking.
- Verify accuracy of job orders against proofs provided by customer.
- Follow written instructions from supervisor regarding production jobs to be completed.
- Mix ink colors according to specific formulas.
- Set up and operated progressive presses to produce materials to customer specifications.
- Reviewed daily production to identify continuous improvement opportunities.
- Kept machines running at peak efficiency to meet demanding production targets.
Press Operator and Shift Lead
the printing plant
Cincinnati, OH
01.1999 - 10.2017
- Monitor and adjust the speed of the machine according to the type of material being printed.
- Inspect and test printed materials for defects such as smearing, blurring, fading, or streaking.
- Perform minor repairs to machines as needed.
- Verify accuracy of job orders against proofs provided by customer.
- Troubleshoot mechanical problems using hand tools and gauges.
- Replace worn parts such as rollers and cylinders on presses as required.
- Ensure that all safety regulations are followed while operating machinery.
- Maintain detailed logs of work performed including timesheets and materials used.
- Perform maintenance tasks such as lubricating moving parts or cleaning presses after use.
- Train new employees in safe operation procedures for printing presses.
- Reviewed daily production to identify continuous improvement opportunities.
- Updated job knowledge by participating in educational and training opportunities.
- Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
- Kept machines running at peak efficiency to meet demanding production targets.
- Adhered to company and OSHA safety procedures to protect team members, products and equipment.
- Assisted in the training of new employees.
- Monitored employee performance and provided feedback on areas for improvement.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Provided guidance and support to other team members as needed.
Education
Graphic Communications
Cincinnati State Technical And Community College
Cincinnati, OH05-1996
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OHSkills
- Production Management
- Staff Development
- Training And Mentoring
- Team Management
Timeline
Second Shift Production Supervisor
Fortis Solutions
10.2019 - Current
Press Operator
Honeywell Technology Solutions
10.2017 - 10.2019
Press Operator and Shift Lead
the printing plant
01.1999 - 10.2017
Graphic Communications
Cincinnati State Technical And Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
University of Cincinnati
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