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David Cusano

Downingtown,PA

Summary

Achieved high efficiency in packaging operations at Victory Brewing Company, surpassing departmental averages. Expert in health and safety compliance and adept at schedule coordination, I led teams to exceed production targets through strategic planning and employee coaching. Skilled in product inspection and packaging, my proactive approach significantly reduced losses, demonstrating a strong blend of technical and leadership abilities.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Packaging Supervisor

Victory Brewing Company
09.2019 - Current
  • Supervised activities of manual packagers and automatic packaging lines.
  • Optimized schedules and workflows to minimize labor costs and increase efficiency.
  • Trained employees on standard operating procedures and new policies.
  • Managed job performance of warehouse personnel to encourage steady and productive workflow.
  • Conducted basic repairs of vacuum sealers, pallet jacks, and lifts to keep equipment properly cleaned and maintained.
  • Kept team in line with productivity targets and safety standards.
  • Oversaw incoming packaging products and monitored quality of outgoing products to comply with specifications.
  • Tracked and investigated deviations to uncover root causes and make proactive changes to prevent future problems.
  • Performed packaging tasks alongside team to demonstrate proper methods according to labor plan and assigned tasks.
  • Achieved production targets by maintaining high productivity levels and communicating with team members regarding orders and fulfillment.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Inspected products before packaging to prevent shipping defective and damaged goods to customers.
  • Operated manual pallet jacks and forklifts to move and store materials.
  • Conducted daily facility walks to enforce housekeeping, sanitation, and GMP standards.
  • Lead daily review meetings to address and resolve any issues impacting line performance.
  • Utilized lean tools to drive process improvements, reducing costs and boosting performance.
  • Reduced losses and scheduling changes by verifying raw material inventory before runs.
  • Communicated packaging operations status daily via EOS emails, and staff stand-ups.
  • Achieved consistently high efficiencies on can and bottle lines, outperforming departmental averages.

Estate Gardener

Springwood Estate
09.2011 - 05.2019
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  • Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
  • Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
  • Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
  • Created solutions for drainage and pest control.
  • Cultivated and preserved a six-acre private estate.

Landscape Foreman

Brouse Landscaping
07.2008 - 06.2011
  • Maintained tools and equipment to foster safe and consistent operation.
  • Supervised team member performance to meet client deadlines and requirements.
  • Reviewed landscape project tasks, determining budgets and timelines for completion.

Blow Mold Machine Operator

Byrne Dairy
04.2006 - 07.2008
  • Observed continuous operation of automatic machines to guarantee products met specifications and to detect jams or malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Skills

  • Health and safety compliance
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Recordkeeping requirements
  • Employee Coaching
  • Product Inspection
  • Production Scheduling
  • Product Packaging

Timeline

Packaging Supervisor

Victory Brewing Company
09.2019 - Current

Estate Gardener

Springwood Estate
09.2011 - 05.2019

Landscape Foreman

Brouse Landscaping
07.2008 - 06.2011

Blow Mold Machine Operator

Byrne Dairy
04.2006 - 07.2008

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