Jeff Cleeves
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Results-driven executive with extensive experience in strategic leadership and operational excellence. Proven track record in fostering team collaboration, driving organizational growth, and adapting to evolving business needs. Skilled in strategic planning, financial management, and stakeholder engagement. Known for strong decision-making abilities and unwavering focus on achieving measurable outcomes.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Service Bindery Enterprises
11.2021 - 11.2024
- Built a diverse workforce through targeted recruiting efforts focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Plant Manager
Sundance Printing
02.2020 - 11.2021
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Collaborated with engineering team to design new machinery, resulting in increased production capacity.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Oversaw daily operations of 75000 sq. ft. manufacturing plant.
Finishing Operations Manager
Meredith-Webb Printing Co
09.2017 - 02.2020
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Direct production and delivery of product
- Ensure products are produced on time and of high quality
- Oversee the production processes of Bindery, Imaging, Fulfillment, and Warehouse/Shipping
- Manage staffing requirements with various temp agencies
- Established Goal time lines, ultimately increasing production
Bindery Manager
Central Florida Press/Matlet Group
11.2016 - 08.2017
- Responsible for achieving production requirements. Ensured that all health and safety guidelines were followed.
- Reviewed processing schedules and production orders concerning inventory requirements, staffing requirements, work procedures and duty assignments, considering budgetary limitations and time constraints.
- Monitored product standards and quality control programs.
General Manager
The Printers Edge
02.2015 - 10.2016
- Responsible for achieving production requirements
- Liaised between customers and manufacturing to design new product
- Die Cutting, Hot Foil Stamp, Embossing, Gluer Folder, and Die Making.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Production Manager/CSR
Service Bindery
10.2012 - 02.2015
- Responsible for achieving production requirements.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
Production Manager/Plant Manager
Millbrook Printing
01.1987 - 08.2012
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Practiced Lean Manufacturing
- Responsible for achieving production requirements with tight turn delivery deadlines
- Profiled both Sheetfed and Web Presses and managed GraCol 5 Color Management
- Profiled both Sheet-fed and Web Presses and managed GraCol 5 Color Management
Skills
- Operations Management
- Leadership Team Building
- Organizational Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Operational Excellence
- Financial Management
- Approachable leader
- Planning and coordination
- Vendor Sourcing and Negotiations
- Client Relationship Building
- Integrity and ethics
- Employee Relations
- Budget Management
- Microsoft Office
- Process Improvement
- Operations Oversight
Timeline
President
Service Bindery Enterprises
11.2021 - 11.2024
Plant Manager
Sundance Printing
02.2020 - 11.2021
Finishing Operations Manager
Meredith-Webb Printing Co
09.2017 - 02.2020
Bindery Manager
Central Florida Press/Matlet Group
11.2016 - 08.2017
General Manager
The Printers Edge
02.2015 - 10.2016
Production Manager/CSR
Service Bindery
10.2012 - 02.2015
Production Manager/Plant Manager
Millbrook Printing
01.1987 - 08.2012