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Overview
Work History
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Certification
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Chris Kruse

Woodstock,IL

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Press Manager

Printpack
Elgin, IL
01.2021 - Current
  • Worked closely with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials needed for production.
  • Analyzed data from production reports and identified areas needing improvement.
  • Implemented cost-reduction strategies to improve profitability of the organization's products.
  • Planned, coordinated, and monitored daily operations of the manufacturing department.
  • Managed areas of manufacturing, safety, inventory control and process implementation.

Plant Trainer

Printpack
Elgin, IL
06.2017 - 12.2020
  • Assisted in developing strategies to enhance employee knowledge retention.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from staff members regarding any aspect of the company's internal training program.
  • Organized and scheduled training sessions, seminars, and workshops.
  • Maintained detailed records of employee attendance at all trainings.
  • Monitored progress of trainees to ensure they were meeting expectations set by management.

Lamination Lead

Printpack
Elgin, IL
08.2013 - 04.2017
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures throughout the team.
  • Delegated tasks appropriately according to individual skill sets.
  • Supported the manager in developing plans for future projects, initiatives and objectives.
  • Collaborated with other departments to develop effective solutions that meet customer needs.
  • Conducted performance appraisals for team members, providing feedback and identifying areas of improvement.

Education

GED -

McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL
10-1997

Skills

  • Interviewing techniques
  • Organizational Skills
  • Written Communication
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Task Prioritization
  • Multitasking
  • Decision-Making
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Goal Setting
  • Attention to Detail
  • Self Motivation

Accomplishments

  • President's Award for redesigning traverse rod for solventless laminator

Certification

  • Trained as Printpack Practitioner 2019
  • Certified Folklift Trainer from Crown Lifttrucks 2018

Timeline

Press Manager

Printpack
01.2021 - Current

Plant Trainer

Printpack
06.2017 - 12.2020

Lamination Lead

Printpack
08.2013 - 04.2017

GED -

McHenry County College

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