Chad Tillery
Marceline,MO
Summary
Dynamic Manufacturing Manager and accomplished leader with over 25 years of experience leveraging exceptional planning and problem-solving skills to enhance business operations and optimize daily activities. Results-driven professional known for developing high-performing teams while streamlining processes and boosting productivity. Strong understanding of industry trends, coupled with excellent communication abilities and a keen eye for identifying areas for improvement, enables the implementation of strategic changes that drive success. Committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence in every endeavor. Leverage advanced technology and AI driven tools to maximize operational efficiency, productivity and decision making.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bindery Manager
Walsworth
Marceline, MO
12.2020 - Current
- Manage 7 direct and 200 indirect reports across 10 budget departments
- Selected and justified equipment purchases and installations of over $20MM
- Create and maintain annual departmental budgets totaling over $11MM
- Standardize training programs with remote access
- Successful growth and unit cost achievement year over year
- Reduction of TRIR and DART below industry standards
- Directed most successful product delivery seasons in the history of the company
- Developed and maintained a positive work environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and professionalism among team members.
- Implemented quality control measures throughout the bindery process, resulting in consistently high-quality final products delivered to customers.
- Enhanced employee safety by conducting regular inspections and enforcing strict adherence to workplace safety protocols.
- Optimized workflow for faster turnaround times by monitoring production schedules and allocating resources effectively.
- Streamlined operational workflows to enhance efficiency across multiple departments.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, reducing operational delays.
- Managed workflow processes, optimizing resource allocation to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, resulting in improved turnaround times for projects.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement in bindery operations.
- Organized workflow in a fast-paced environment ensuring deadlines were met without compromising product quality or worker safety.
Pressroom Manager
Walsworth
Marceline, MO
03.2007 - 12.2020
- Manage 4 direct and 120 indirect reports across 4 departments in one of the most competitive production environments in the United States
- Championed environmental sustainability initiatives within the pressroom, such as recycling paper waste or reducing energy consumption where possible.
- Responsible for department budgeting, material costs analysis, capital equipment selections and justifications, efficient workflow changes
- Six figure productivity and waste savings year over year
- Selected and justified equipment purchases and installations of over $18MM
- Utilize improvement initiatives such as 5S, Six Sigma and SMED
- Mentored staff on equipment usage and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Developed training programs for new employees, enhancing skill sets and boosting team performance in pressroom tasks.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations, promoting a safe working environment through proactive risk management practices.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between design, pre-press, and printing teams, ensuring seamless execution of projects from concept to completion.
Bindery and Process Improvement Supervisor
Courier
Kendallville, IN
2006 - 2007
- Supervised 60 direct employees
- Applied 5-S and other lean manufacturing principals towards new plant layout for more efficient workflow
- Fostered change by promoting teamwork, structure and out of the box thinking
- Coordinated workflow schedules to optimize production timelines and resource allocation.
- Trained new staff on safe operation of machinery and adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve operational issues promptly and effectively.
Bindery and Quality Assurance Manager
The Printer Inc
Des Moines, IA
2005 - 2006
- Managed Bindery and Fulfillment operations for fast paced print and mail services provider for the casino industry
- Managed 2 direct and 75 indirect employees across 3 shifts
- Implemented 5S procedures for improved workflow
- Introduced teambuilding techniques, improving employee morale
- Established quality control procedures resulting in 20% waste savings
- Established Safety program
- Established training and preventative maintenance programs
- Parts and vendor audit resulting in 15% savings to outsource costs
Bindery Supervisor
Banta Corporation
Menasha, WI
2004 - 2005
- Supervised daily operations of bindery department, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on bindery equipment and processes, fostering skill development and team collaboration.
- Championed 5S in production areas
- Safety Committee leader
Education
BS BA -
University of Missouri
Columbia, MOABA -
Columbia College
Columbia, MOSkills
- Analytical Decision Maker
- Creative Problem Solver
- Exceptional Communication Skills
- Large Project Management
- Strong Safety Culture
- Extensive Technical Knowledge
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Calm under pressure
- Workflow optimization
Certification
Six Sigma Green Belt
Timeline
Bindery Manager
Walsworth
12.2020 - Current
Pressroom Manager
Walsworth
03.2007 - 12.2020
Bindery and Process Improvement Supervisor
Courier
2006 - 2007
Bindery and Quality Assurance Manager
The Printer Inc
2005 - 2006
Bindery Supervisor
Banta Corporation
2004 - 2005
BS BA -
University of Missouri
ABA -
Columbia College