David Lacy

Oversaw daily branch operations to maximize performance and efficiency.

• Coordinated staff scheduling and training programs for new hires to enhance team readiness.
• Conducted color matching projects for customers and trained employees on X-Rite color systems.
• Facilitated customer training on ink formulation software and Color Cert quality software.
• Maintained inventory management to ensure stock levels met customer demands.
• Implemented continuous improvement strategies to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Conducted regular performance reviews for all branch employees.
• Collaborated cross-functionally to establish branch goals aligned with company objectives.
• Assisted other branches during peak periods and special projects.
• Assisted outside sales force in addressing customer technical service needs.

• Managed lab QC and color formulation processes to maintain product standards.
• Created custom formulations for protective coatings and sealants to meet client specifications.
• Performed quality control tests to verify product consistency and reliability.
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• Oversaw color matching, formulation, and manufacturing processes for uc line of caulk to ensure product quality and consistency.

• I was responsible for Arcade's Ink needs. I handled inventory control, all custom color matching and formulation of UV flexo, UV Screen and UV Letterpress inks, Ordering, Press troubleshooting, Batch Manufacturing, Worked closely with the CSR's to achieve the products our customers expected. I handled all Quality control for the ink department , kept detailed quality records of all custom colors in order to make consistent ink batches, oversaw all color ok’s on press of custom colors as well as working with the supervisors and Prepress on 4 color process. I handled Quality control for incoming vendor supplied products. Versed in ISO 9001 processes and handled that for my department. Produced custom color books for customers.

• Duties Include: Color matching Gravure Ink, Water Flexo and Batch manufacturing, Formulation as well as ordering.

• Duties include: Managing production floor of day-to-day duties, Custom Color Matching and Formulation of Litho, Flexo and UV inks, Custom Color books for customers, Trouble Shooting on press, Accounts Payable-Receivable, Scheduling Plant projects, Plant quality control, Vendor Control, Inventory Control using ISO 9001 procedures, Starting and closing CARR’s Based off of ISO 9001 procedures, Involved in writing and implanting ISO 9001 procedures for certification, Lean Manufacturing.
• Trained new employees on proper use of equipment, safety procedures, and job functions.
• Supported employees in identifying and developing key skills for career advancement.

• Duties Include: Custom Color Matching, Estimation of ink usage per job, Troubleshooting, Scheduling of Ink per job, produce Custom Color books as requested, press color ok’s

• Duties include: Custom Color Matching of flexo and oil based inks, Production, Customer Service Calls, Quality Control of outgoing products, follow up quality control with customers
• Conducted tests on ink formulations to ensure quality and consistency.
• Operated various laboratory equipment to prepare samples for analysis.
• Maintained accurate records of experimental procedures and results.

• Duties Include: Ink Manufacturing
• Assisted in preparing production materials and equipment for daily operations.

• Duties Include: Ink Manufacturing
• Assisted in preparing production materials and equipment for daily operations.