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Devon Knight

Packaging And Containers Professional
Simpsonville,United States

Summary

Experienced Technical Support Associate with 10-year track record of success in the Packaging and Containers Industry. Open and clear communicator with a systematic and organized approach. Looking to take on a dynamic role with an expanding operation.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Packaging Support Associate

Spartech, LLC
Greenville, SC
11.2018 - Current
  • Provided technical support for existing and new form-fill and seal business.
  • Provided technical and commercial support for leading U.S consumer goods company and largest packaging customer.
  • Provided support for commercial team on new account field calls, gathering technical requirements for new commercial projects.
  • Decreased number of returns authorizations by 10% through root cause investigations in conjunction with plant quality.
  • Led effort in developing and implementing procedures and work instructions for internal Product Launch processes to aid in future SQF (Safe Quality Food) audits.
  • Facilitated communication between internal personnel and customer.

Project Manager, New Product Development

D&W Fine Pack
Greenville, AL
10.2015 - 11.2018
  • Led implementation and training of Project and Portfolio Management software that helped increase communication and productivity across organization for New Product Development projects.
  • Successfully managed 100+ projects from conception to commercialization,ranging from small to large thermoform projects from 2015-2018.
  • Developed and initiated projects and monitored performance.
  • Played instrumental role in developing and implementing Project Management Procedures along with procedural changes within New Product Development and Commercial sector of organization.
  • Responsible for driving best practices and continuous improvement to streamline successful Product Launch procedures and protocol.
  • Planned, designed and scheduled phases for large projects.

Project Manager, Information Technology

OOBE Apparel, Inc.
Greenville, SC
11.2014 - 10.2015
  • Led implementation of ERP upgrade to include fashion add-on that optimized operation efficiencies throughout company.
  • Responsible for mapping all processes involved in old ERP vs. new.
  • Introduced more efficient method of tracking project expenses with in current ERP.
  • Designed ERP training program for 50+ employees.

Project Manager, Product Development

D&W Fine Pack
Greenville, SC
01.2014 - 11.2014
  • Developed and implemented all New Product Development procedures across commercial and operations departments.
  • Successfully managed upwards to 50+ projects from conception to completion, ranging from small to large projects.
  • Managed development and launch of web-based Project Management and document control system.
  • Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
  • Facilitated communication between internal personnel and customer.

Commercial and Engineering Project Coordinator

Jarden Plastic Solutions
Greenville, SC
09.2012 - 01.2014
  • Responsible for maintaining and tracking project budgets.
  • Utilized local ERP system to track and manage Engineering finances.
  • Created reporting system within ERP system to automate invoicing process within Sales and Engineering department, resulting in 30% faster turnaround time on paid invoices and reducing delinquent customer accounts.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC
08.2005 - 12.2012

Skills

Project support

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Quote

Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire

Timeline

Packaging Support Associate

Spartech, LLC
11.2018 - Current

Project Manager, New Product Development

D&W Fine Pack
10.2015 - 11.2018

Project Manager, Information Technology

OOBE Apparel, Inc.
11.2014 - 10.2015

Project Manager, Product Development

D&W Fine Pack
01.2014 - 11.2014

Commercial and Engineering Project Coordinator

Jarden Plastic Solutions
09.2012 - 01.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of South Carolina Upstate
08.2005 - 12.2012
Devon KnightPackaging And Containers Professional