Jacob Konstanski
Menominee,MI
Summary
Dynamic team leader with proven expertise in workflow optimization, quality assurance, and inventory management. Known for fostering collaboration and driving process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and team performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Caterpillar
Menominee, Michigan
01.2022 - Current
- Led team in daily operational activities and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to optimize production efficiency and quality.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to maintain supply accuracy.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime during production runs.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
- Trained new employees on equipment usage and safety procedures in the workplace.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance teamwork and streamline operations.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding team performance and challenges faced.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting collaboration and employee engagement initiatives.
- Motivated and empowered team members to build customer satisfaction and loyalty to support retention and growth.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Completed daily quality assurance duties to provide feedback for improvements.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Maintained daily inventory to facilitate successful material distribution.
- Created training materials and conducted group trainings on new processes or procedures.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure alignment of goals across teams.
- Analyzed data from various sources to identify areas of improvement in the department's operations.
- Monitored team workload to prevent burnout and ensure equitable task distribution.
- Led a team of XX individuals in achieving quarterly sales targets, exceeding goals.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline processes and improve interdepartmental cooperation.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and efficiency.
- Established clear team goals aligned with company objectives, tracking progress regularly.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
Machine Technician
KSU
Marinette, Wisconsin
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Operated and maintained machinery in compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure optimal machine performance.
- Troubleshot and repaired mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes.
- Documented maintenance logs for machinery repairs and services performed.
- Trained new technicians on equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment setups.
- Maintained records of daily production output and machine performance.
- Cleaned and lubricated machine parts to prevent corrosion or breakdowns.
- Performed daily maintenance and repair of machines, as well as troubleshooting malfunctions.
- Inspected equipment regularly and performed preventive maintenance as appropriate.
- Trained new employees on the safe use of machinery and equipment.
- Diagnosed and repaired machine malfunctions and problems to minimize downtime.
- Replaced worn parts on machines using hand tools such as wrenches and pliers.
- Installed, calibrated, and adjusted machine components to ensure proper operation.
- Set up and operated machines and tools to create high-quality products.
- Collaborated with engineers to design customized solutions based on customer requirements.
- Monitored the condition of machinery to identify potential problems or issues.
- Ensured that all machines were properly labeled with warning signs prior to operation.
- Provided technical advice regarding repairs, modifications, and upgrades of existing machinery.
- Adjusted functional parts of devices according to specifications using hand tools or measuring instruments.
- Inspected completed workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Established and adjusted feed rates and cutting parameters to keep operations in line with production demands.
- Adhered to safety regulations when working with heavy equipment, confined spaces and hot work.
- Assisted in setting up a preventive maintenance program for all machines in the facility.
- Identified areas where improvements can be made in terms of safety, reliability, efficiency.
- Tested mechanical systems and equipment for optimal performance.
- Engaged in troubleshooting of machinery malfunctions through use of testing instruments and observation of defective equipment, listening and visually analyzing for sources of problems.
- Analyzed machine error messages and diagnostic test results to identify faults.
- Disassembled machinery to remove parts and make repairs.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Analyzed test results, error messages, and other data related to machine operations.
- Read and interpreted technical documents blueprints to disassemble and reassemble equipment for repairs and component replacements.
- Operated equipment to cut, join, repair and fabricate components and equipment.
- Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
- Facilitated optimal efficiency in machinery with thorough cleaning, lubricating and adjustment of components.
Second pressman
Quad Graphics
Lomira, Wisconsin
01.2014 - 08.2019
- Operated second press for high-quality printing projects.
- Monitored press operations to ensure consistent print quality.
- Adjusted machinery settings for various substrates and designs.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow.
- Conducted routine maintenance on printing equipment for optimal performance.
- Troubleshot minor mechanical issues during production runs.
- Assisted in training new press operators on equipment use and safety protocols.
- Followed safety procedures to maintain a secure work environment.
- Followed safety procedures when operating heavy machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Conducted regular inspections of all press components including cylinders, blankets, rollers.
- Paced press loads and operated feeders correctly to avoid delays.
- Loaded rolls of paper onto the presses' unwind stands or into feeders manually or with hoists.
- Checked ink levels before beginning a run and refilled as necessary during runs.
- Monitored press performance to ensure optimal speed and output quality.
- Cleaned plates after use according to company protocol for safe disposal of hazardous waste materials.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that deadlines were met without compromising quality standards.
- Trained new staff members on appropriate operation of machinery and safety protocols within the department.
- Created sample copies for approval by professionals and corrected identified problems.
- Set up plates on the presses according to customer specifications and job requirements.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems with color registration issues during jobs runs.
- Troubleshot malfunctions in the pressroom.
- Adjusted feeder mechanisms to ensure proper paper alignment for printing presses.
- Used plate and roller or digital methods to complete work, depending on specific project requirements.
- Maintained printing presses through regular inspection and routine upkeep such as replacing worn parts.
- Operated computerized controls to adjust speed, pressure, temperature, register settings, as needed.
- Inspected printed material for quality control purposes.
- Worked with team members to coordinate tasks throughout the shift to maximize efficiency.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding job progress and any potential delays or issues that may arise.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements based on experience gained from running jobs.
- Utilized various tools such as calipers and micrometers to measure dimensions accurately.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations while working in the pressroom.
- Performed daily maintenance and cleaning of press, plate-making equipment, and related machinery.
- Readied substrates for printing by measuring humidity levels and preparing surfaces accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of job orders, materials used, time spent on each job, and other production data.
- Maintained machines in good working order by cleaning, lubricating and adjusting.
- Examined and produced specific job orders.
- Verified ink specifications, inked presses, changed ink and adjusted ink flow.
- Set appropriate speeds, flows, colors, temperatures, and positions for printing.
- Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper and registration.
- Prepared machines for printing and operated one-and two-color printing presses, platemakers, hydraulic paper cutters and digital printers and copiers.
- Kept records of materials used and time needed for projects.
- Monitored team progress to complete projects within deadlines, including large print jobs and rush orders.
- Met production schedules and throughput yield targets.
- Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
- Removed printed products from printing machines manually or via hand trucks or power lifts and transitioned material to drying and finishing or storage areas.
- Tracked and organized warehouse inventory and accepted and stocked paper and supplies for shipments.
- Jogged and stacked paper, delivering blank or partially printed stock to equipment.
- Performed and delivered printing projects on time of time.
- Reviewed orders and collected payments from clients.
- Posted and adhered to lockout/tagout, hazardous material handling and hearing and eye standards.
- Assisted clients in customizing design and layout of business and personal documents.
- Used hand tools to make small repairs and regularly clean printing presses.
- Inspected random paper samples during print runs to confirm accurate ink and paper type.
- Set up and used paper-cutting, laminating and folding machines to hasten workplace operations.
- Reviewed job orders to determine amount of paper needed, ink color and potential special instructions.
- Assessed inventory and ordered new ink, paper and other materials to keep supplies stocked.
- Properly handled hazardous waste materials to uphold safety regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marinette High School
Marinette, WI05-2006
Skills
- Team leadership
- Workflow optimization
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Inventory management
- Quality assurance
- Process improvement
Timeline
Team Leader
Caterpillar
01.2022 - Current
Machine Technician
KSU
01.2020 - 03.2021
Second pressman
Quad Graphics
01.2014 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Marinette High School