Christopher Gober
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Experienced supervisor with over 20 years of experience in corrugated. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements. Consistently saved costs while increasing profits.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Corrugator Supervisor
Smurfit Westrock
05.2023 - 11.2025
- Supervised corrugator operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and production standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on machinery operation and quality control processes.
- Implemented workflow improvements that enhanced production efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Monitored production metrics, analyzing data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for corrugating equipment, extending lifespan and reliability.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team feedback and participation in process optimization initiatives.
Corrugator Technical Advisor
Cascades Containerboard Packaging
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided technical support for packaging machinery, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on equipment operation and maintenance protocols, promoting safety compliance.
- Implemented best practices in equipment management, reducing service interruptions and increasing production reliability.
Corrugator Supervisor
Westrock
09.2012 - 03.2021
- Successfully managed production activities so all orders were shipped on time.
- Investigated and implement ideas for quality improvement, increased productivity and cost reduction.
- Maintained and communicated daily productivity and shipment reports for all departments.
- Managed documentation of and training on production procedures and work instructions.
- Completed required safety training programs.
- Met aggressive production and safety goals while minimizing equipment downtime.
- Managed product quality to guarantee compliance with quality policies, procedures and systems.
corrugator operator
Westrock
03.1999 - 09.2012
- Met aggressive production and safety goals while minimizing equipment downtime.
- Escalated safety and quality issues and initiated remedial actions promptly.
- Drove daily production activities with effective communication and leadership.
Education
Bachelor of Kinesiology - Sport and Fitness Management
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TXHigh School Diploma -
Aledo High School
Aledo, TXSkills
- Root cause analysis
- Practices safety and sanitation standards
- Inventory management specialist
I have 20 years experince operating and supervising a BHS corrugator I drive myself and others to do it right the first time as safely as possible
- Cause and effect analysis
- Manufacturing management
- Strong leadership abilities
- Timely safety audits
- Quality inspection
Timeline
Corrugator Supervisor
Smurfit Westrock
05.2023 - 11.2025
Corrugator Technical Advisor
Cascades Containerboard Packaging
01.2022 - 01.2023
Corrugator Supervisor
Westrock
09.2012 - 03.2021
corrugator operator
Westrock
03.1999 - 09.2012
Bachelor of Kinesiology - Sport and Fitness Management
Angelo State University
High School Diploma -
Aledo High School