Joe Van Culin

·Delivered $100M+ in savings, contributing to a 5% COGS reduction.

·Led cross-functional teams and developed roadmap for packaging platform optimization.

·Built and executed strategic cost-reduction initiatives.

·Developed a repeatable model to convert opportunities into executable projects across Source, Manufacturing, ITQ, and Deliver.

·Proficient in Microsoft Office, AFO, ADO, Smartsheet, SAP, VSU, and Retail Link.

·Managed logistics department and led a team of 6.

·Coordinated with planning teams on trailer management, detention fees, and supply priorities.

·Led cross-functional initiatives to drive AVC/AVS results and mentor team members.

·Managed 8 production lines accounting for 51% of total output.

·Led safety initiatives, 5S implementation, and union workforce.

·Achieved year-over-year SP growth across all platforms (2.3% to 7.7%).

·Drove training, team engagement, and implemented Project Twin system changes.

·Supported capacity increases and production team development.

·Oversaw all operations to sustain plant safety and output during early COVID-19.

·Led platform loss tree development and performance tracking.

·Collaborated with business and support teams to achieve performance goals.

·Led 3 Vercon and 1 bag production lines.

·Initiated Project Washington to operate with reduced staffing.

·Reduced costs by $200K and damages by $100K through HMM initiatives.

·Managed RM inventory and reduced write-offs by 70%.

·Improved Red Prairie accuracy by 50%.

·Saved $60K by reducing LTL shipments.

·Led Chep pallet audits and accuracy improvements.

·Managed 40 union employees and 4 lamination machines.

·Planned production and drove continuous improvement projects.

·Reduced downtime via team maintenance initiatives.

·Generated $1.1M in savings.

·Led Lean Six Sigma initiatives; contributed to Bronze and Silver SPS Certifications.

·Managed cross-functional pillar teams and improvement projects.

·Supervised 30–40 employees.

·Led quality, safety, and production issue resolution.

·Completed Leadership Fundamentals Program.

·Managed $58M in invoicing and $42M in inventory.

·Reconciled journal entries and inventory records.

·Led cost-saving projects, achieving $185K in reductions in 8 months.

·Received Sonoco Customer Satisfaction Through Excellence Award.