Jehiel Franzen
Ladysmith,WI
Summary
Dynamic team leader with a proven track record at Biorigin Specialty Paper, excelling in performance improvement and staff training. Skilled in conflict resolution and analytical thinking, I successfully streamlined workflows, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, resulting in a significant boost in team productivity.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Biorigin Specialty Paper
Ladysmith, WI
12.2023 - Current
- Led team in achieving production goals and maintaining quality standards.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance team performance.
- Streamlined workflows to improve operational efficiency and reduce waste.
- Facilitated communication between departments to ensure project alignment.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and career growth.
- Analyzed production metrics to identify areas for process improvement.
- Coordinated daily operations to optimize resource allocation and scheduling.
- Evaluated team performance, providing constructive feedback and recognition.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Evaluated team member performance against established objectives during regular reviews, offering praise for achievements or identifying areas requiring further development.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
- Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
- Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.
- Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.
- Facilitated decision-making processes within group through open dialogue and consensus-building techniques.
- Promoted culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from all organizational levels and implementing actionable changes.
- Established clear communication channels to facilitate timely exchange of information between team members and stakeholders.
- Coordinated cross-departmental meetings to streamline project execution, fostering collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient task delegation and regular performance evaluations.
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.
- Oversaw quality control measures, maintaining high standards for all project outputs.
- Motivated team members to surpass their targets, recognizing and rewarding their achievements.
- Facilitated culture of continuous improvement, encouraging feedback and innovative solutions from all team members.
- Improved operational workflows, enabling team to handle increased workloads without compromising quality.
- Fostered positive work environment, resulting in decreased employee turnover and increased team cohesion.
- Enhanced communication strategies, ensuring clear and timely information exchange within team and with clients.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Biorigin Specialty Paper
Ladysmith, WI
10.2023 - Current
- Operated and monitored wastewater treatment processes to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to optimize performance and prevent downtime.
- Analyzed water quality samples using laboratory techniques to assess treatment efficacy.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot operational issues and implement effective solutions.
- Documented daily operations and maintenance activities in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols, equipment usage, and standard operating procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency of wastewater treatment operations.
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Managed chemical inventory levels, liaising with suppliers to maintain adequate stock for uninterrupted plant operations.
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
- Maintained regulatory compliance with state and federal environmental guidelines through diligent monitoring and reporting of plant operations.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to monitor water quality parameters, adjusting treatment processes accordingly for optimal results.
- Trained new operators on standard procedures, ensuring consistent quality across all team members.
- Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
- Adjusted water treatment levels to correct below-standard variances
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the team by encouraging open communication, collaboration, and shared learning among operators.
- Enhanced safety protocols, conducting regular inspections, and addressing potential hazards in a timely manner.
- Conducted regular audits of plant operations to identify areas for improvement in safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance.
- Prepared standards and quality control solutions using dilutions, normality, molarity and stoichiometry calculations.
- Coordinated maintenance activities with other departments for seamless integration of repairs and upgrades into daily operations schedules.
- Collaborated with engineers to design and implement effective solutions for process improvements, resulting in increased plant performance.
- Initiated upgrades to outdated equipment, significantly improving operational efficiency and reducing repair costs.
- Fostered culture of safety, conducting regular training sessions on proper handling of hazardous materials.
- Reduced environmental impact, implementing waste reduction and recycling initiatives.
- Played critical role in achieving regulatory compliance, meticulously documenting processes and outcomes.
- Led by example, promoting team-oriented environment that encouraged innovation and continuous improvement.
- Improved water quality with thorough testing and adjustment of chemical dosages.
- Conducted routine maintenance on treatment plant equipment to prevent unexpected downtimes.
- Optimized chemical usage to treat wastewater effectively, minimizing costs while maintaining quality.
- Improved operational safety, conducting detailed risk assessments and implementing necessary mitigation measures.
- Streamlined operational procedures, leading to more efficient use of resources and manpower.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by keeping detailed records of operations and waste management practices.
- Engaged in continuous learning to stay updated on latest wastewater treatment technologies and methods.
- Played key role in emergency response planning, ensuring preparedness for potential environmental incidents.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Conducted regular inspections of tanks, valves and other equipment to verify compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
- Monitored and adjusted controls to maintain optimal water quality.
- Controlled operation of variety of water treatment plant equipment, including pumps, filters and chemical feed systems.
- Completed laboratory testing to measure pH levels and other water quality parameters.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness, and residual levels.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
- Optimized water levels in tanks and other systems for best flow and quality.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Operated and adjusted controls on equipment to purify and clarify water, process or dispose of sewage and generate power.
Paper Machine Operator
Biorigin Specialty Products
Ladysmith, WI
06.2014 - 10.2023
- Operated and monitored paper machine to ensure optimal production efficiency and product quality.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to identify equipment malfunctions and minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols, machine operations, and quality control standards.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and recommend process improvements for enhanced output.
- Implemented best practices for waste reduction, resulting in improved resource utilization during production runs.
- Led shift meetings to communicate objectives, address challenges, and align team efforts toward goals.
- Developed training materials for continuous staff development on advanced machine operation techniques.
- Trained new hires on proper operation procedures and safety guidelines, ensuring a skilled workforce capable of meeting production goals consistently over time.
- Participated in plant audits, demonstrating compliance with regulations and a commitment to continuous improvement within the facility.
- Monitored stock levels of consumables such as chemicals used in the papermaking process; reordered supplies as needed to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance on paper machine components and systems.
- Documented production activities, maintaining accurate records for analysis and process improvement purposes.
- Participated in cross-functional teams to address production challenges, fostering a collaborative work culture among departments.
- Coordinated with quality control personnel to ensure adherence to industry standards and customer requirements for finished products.
- Improved paper quality by conducting thorough inspections and making necessary adjustments to equipment.
- Collaborated with maintenance team to troubleshoot equipment issues, minimizing production delays.
- Communicated effectively with shift supervisors regarding any issues encountered during daily operations, allowing for prompt resolution of problems when necessary.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following stringent safety protocols and participating in safety training sessions regularly.
- Maximized the efficiency of papermaking processes through continuous improvement initiatives and best practices implementation.
- Ensured consistent product output, adhering to established specifications for thickness, moisture content, and other critical factors.
- Contributed to cost-saving efforts by analyzing energy usage patterns and recommending more efficient operational procedures.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Evaluated final products to verify compliance with work orders and detect defects.
- Regulated pressure roll tension, glue temperature and machine component speed by calibrating machine controls and settings.
- Guided materials onto machine tracks for proper gluing, coating, and slitting.
- Integrated specialized attachments to machines to complete custom orders and projects.
- Moved completed products from machines and onto conveyors, transferring to next work area for additional processing.
- Corrected production malfunctions such defective forming and glue flow by monitoring operations of forming roll and suction pressure roll.
- Adjusted guide assemblies, forming bars and folding mechanisms according to specifications using hand tools.
Education
High School Diploma -
University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WISkills
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Team motivation
Team supervision
People management
Staff training
Work Planning and Prioritization
Coaching and mentoring
Documentation and reporting
Performance improvement
Work planning
Complex Problem-solving
Analytical thinking
Goal setting
Overseeing daily activities
Conflict resolution
Mentoring
Daily workflow improvement
Leading team meetings
Safety
Relationship building
Safety processes and procedures
Staff education and training
Process improvement
Team building
Coaching
Issue resolution
Complaint resolution
Shift scheduling
Giving constructive feedback
Evaluating employee work
Team Check-ins
Performance evaluations
Employee evaluation
Technical support
Overtime management
Onboarding and orientation
Expectation setting
SOP adherence
Meeting facilitation
Lean manufacturing
Verbal and written communication
Employee training
Task delegation
Strategic planning
Workflow management
Team assessment
Leadership
Time management
Multitasking
Multitasking Abilities
Computer skills
Organizational skills
Active listening
Decision-making
Excellent communication
Written communication
Data analysis
Problem resolution
Task prioritization
Interpersonal communication
Positive attitude
Teamwork
Problem-solving abilities
Reliability
Team collaboration
Team leadership
Effective communication
Scheduling and coordinating
Self motivation
Accomplishments
I’m an Eagle Scout
Timeline
Team Leader
Biorigin Specialty Paper
12.2023 - Current
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Biorigin Specialty Paper
10.2023 - Current
Paper Machine Operator
Biorigin Specialty Products
06.2014 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire