Jeremy Long
Bedford,IN
Summary
Plant trainer focused on enhancing workforce capabilities and ensuring safety compliance. Developed effective training materials and collaborated with management to refine programs, resulting in improved operational efficiency and consistent achievement of production goals. Trial coordinator for Bloomington plant also.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Trainer (Finishing)
Printpack
Bloomington, Indiana
09.2023 - Current
- Developed training materials for employees in manufacturing processes.
- Mentored new team members during onboarding sessions.
- Evaluated training needs through employee feedback and assessments.
- Collaborated with management to improve training programs and resources.
- Updated training manuals to reflect current operational standards and practices.
- Adapted teaching methods according to the needs of individual learners or groups.
- Provided constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to keep trainees motivated.
- Maintained up-to-date records of trainee progress and provided regular updates to management team.
- Recommended changes or improvements in existing training processes as needed.
- Resolved any issues raised by participants during the training session in a timely manner.
- Created multimedia presentations with PowerPoint and video conferencing tools.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
- Created and offered additional materials to enhance training.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while upholding company standards.
Finishing Supervisor
Printpack
Bloomington, IN
04.2013 - Current
- Ensure associates are making safety top priority.
- Current member of the Safety Committee Steering Team, Food Safety Team and complete monthly BBS observations.
- Current member of the Front Line Leadership Safety Team.
- Member of the Slitting HIRARC team
- Supervised employees to monitor daily production progress, safety and quality.
- Communicated with supply vendors to obtain raw materials.
- Trained, mentored and supported high-performing team, providing regular performance review, feedback and coaching in deficient areas.
- Kept areas clean, neat and inspection-ready at all times to comply with product safety and food safety guidelines.
- Achieved and surpassed production targets through effective staff management, task allocation and materials coordination.
- Identified source of equipment malfunctions by using various troubleshooting methods.
- Increased customer satisfaction by following up on any negative feedback and taking appropriate measure to resolve complaints.
- Communicate with Tech Reps and customers on complaints.
- Helped with adjustments to machines at customer with Tech Reps and customer.
- Helped with new bakery customer trials.
- Helped with starting up Slitting in our Bloomington plant. Helped install, oversee daily operations and report to Tom Blake Finishing Manager.
- Trained with operators in several other plants for new slitting process in the finishing department.
- Setup up SOC, SOP and work instructions for slitting process.
- Worked with new suppliers to get materials needed.
- Worked with new customer for slitting and visited for complaint.
- Worked with OEM suppliers within the plant and customer visits.
- Report issues from customer back to plant with sense of urgency to ensure issues are being addressed before leaving customer.
- Scheduled daily tasks and priorities for finishing team.
- Conducted performance evaluations for finishing staff to gauge achievement and offer constructive feedback.
- Approved time off and work hours submissions for department personnel.
- Oversaw training and coached employees to instruct and enhance performance.
- Determined appropriate materials and supplies needed to achieve specified finishes.
- Troubleshot equipment issues and determined best courses of action for repair.
Finishing Lead
Printpack
Bloomington, IN
07.2007 - 04.2013
- Ensure associates are making safety top priority
- Fostered positive employee relationships through effective communication and training.
- Inspected production equipment, troubleshoot problems and completed minor repairs to maintain functionality.
- Moved supplies and finished products using forklifts and overhead cranes.
- Conducted inventory, resolved discrepancies and completed paperwork.
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service.
- Conducted thorough quality checks to verify conformance to specifications.
- Operated forklifts and overhead cranes to move supplies and finished products.
- Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
Bag Machine Operator
Printpack
Bloomington, IN
07.2001 - 04.2013
- Ensured safety was top priority.
- Ensured quality product was running on my machines while keeping efficient run speeds.
- Removed and replaced worn machine parts to keep products within desired tolerances.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor maintenance to improve machine function.
- Dropped WIP rolls, moved pallets and stacked boxes on pallets.
- Helped other operators troubleshoot machines when needed.
- Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
- Conducted preventable maintenance on process line and quickly resolved production problems to minimize downtime.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edgewood High School
Ellettsville, IN06-2000
Skills
- Incident management
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Collaborative problem-solving
- Solution development
- Quality assurance
- Continuous improvement
- Workforce training
- Performance reporting
- Process optimization
- Training material creation
- Customer relationship management
- Effective communication
- Mentoring support
- Adaptable teaching
- Trial documentation
Experience
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Timeline
Plant Trainer (Finishing)
Printpack
09.2023 - Current
Finishing Supervisor
Printpack
04.2013 - Current
Finishing Lead
Printpack
07.2007 - 04.2013
Bag Machine Operator
Printpack
07.2001 - 04.2013
High School Diploma -
Edgewood High School