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Greg Thornton

Plainwell,MI

Summary

Customer Service Manager with extensive experience in team building and enhancing customer satisfaction. Proven ability to resolve complex personnel issues and improve plant performance. Consistently recognized for fostering collaborative environments and surpassing performance metrics. Trusted resource for management and staff across office and plant operations.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Green Bay Packaging
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
  • Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
  • Exceeded performance metrics consistently, earning recognition as a top performer within the team.

Customer Service Manager

Packaging Corporation of America
Grandville, MI
10.2018 - Current
  • Supervised customer service team to enhance overall performance and satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with upper management to refine customer service processes organization-wide.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, identifying training needs and developing action plans.
  • Established comprehensive training programs on customer service operations and industry standards.
  • Partnered with corporate IT to implement effective spending tracking system, generating $250,000 in additional revenue in first year.
  • Expedited pricing requests and reviewed bid packages to support management initiatives.
  • Worked closely with customers and sales teams to resolve urgent issues promptly.
  • Recruited by PCA to cultivate a collaborative culture within customer service operations.

Customer Service Manager

Green Bay Packaging
Kalamazoo, MI
06.2007 - 01.2018
  • Oversaw estimating department, reviewing all pricing requests for accuracy and viability.
  • Supervised customer service team, fostering a collaborative culture and enhancing employee engagement.
  • Implemented paperless practices, significantly reducing overtime in estimating and customer service departments.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, identifying training needs and creating action plans for improvement.
  • Collaborated with upper management to enhance customer service processes across the organization.
  • Established training programs focused on critical skills, including Adobe, Excel, and machine operations.
  • Managed vendor relationships, ensuring optimal pricing and delivery expectations.
  • Followed up on client requests to promptly resolve issues.

Sales Representative

Container Service Corporation
South Bend, IN
01.2017 - 09.2017
  • Called on customers throughout southern Michigan.

Machine Operator

Green Bay Packaging
Kalamazoo
03.1996 - 12.2005

• Operated multiple die cutters, including 66” Flexo and 50” press.

• Functioned as first helper on 37” Flexo and 24” mini Flexo.

• Managed smart cart operations along with various machines, such as taper and glue equipment.

• Utilized forklift to support shipping and warehouse operations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
05.1995

Associate of Arts - History

Lake Michigan College
Benton Harbor, MI
05.1991

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Active listening
  • Critical thinking
  • Data entry
  • Problem resolution
  • Customer relations

Timeline

Customer Service Manager

Packaging Corporation of America
10.2018 - Current

Sales Representative

Container Service Corporation
01.2017 - 09.2017

Customer Service Manager

Green Bay Packaging
06.2007 - 01.2018

Machine Operator

Green Bay Packaging
03.1996 - 12.2005

Customer Service Representative

Green Bay Packaging

Bachelor of Arts - History

Western Michigan University

Associate of Arts - History

Lake Michigan College