John Ferreira
Warren,NJ
Summary
I started in 1984 as an apprentice at Corrugated Carton Co. after high school.
In 2004, Bradley Box acquired Corrugated Carton Co. and I was part of the acquisition.
In 2008, The Paige Company acquired Bradley Box and I was part of the acquisition.
I have been with the same company for 39 years.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Superintendent Production Manager
The Paige Company, Approx. 200 Employees
Elmwood Park NJ
03.2008 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
- Wrote and conducted formal performance reviews for production personnel.
- Studied department operations to assist with development of new or improved methods of tooling and production processes.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
- Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
- Utilized data analysis tools to identify and resolve production issues.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
- Researched latest industry trends and technologies, boosting knowledge and understanding of industrial production.
- Travel to other States to assess new equipment for acquisition.
- Travel to customers to troubleshoot their equipment for better efficiency.
- Recreated designs of new products that could run on our equipment in order to sell to customers.
- Research and purchase replacement parts for machinery at a discounted price.
- Troubleshoot flexographic printing on machines.
- Repair printing and cutting dyes.
- Collaborate with head design on routing and best way to run new products.
- Assist with shipping and receiving on loading and unloading trailers.
- Translated for over 100 people.
- Hold monthly meetings with staff about safety, ppe and quality.
- Among other tasks/projects.
Plant Manager
Bradley Box, Approx. 45 Employees
Harrison, NJ
09.2004 - 03.2008
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
- Among other tasks/projects.
Plant Manager
Corrugated Carton Co., Approx. 17 Employees
Newark, NJ
07.1984 - 09.2004
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Obtained a CDL/commercial driver's license to make deliveries.
- Among other tasks/projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Side High School
Newark, NJ06.1984
Skills
- Material Handling Expertise
- Assembly and Production
- Master Scheduling
- Staff Management
- Assessed new equipment for acquisition
- Customer Support
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Quality Assurance Controls
- OSHA Regulations
- Employee Performance Reviews
- Timely Safety Audits
- Strategic Planning
- Quality Control Standards
- Materials Management
- Operations Management
- Equipment Monitoring
- Maintenance Planning
- Conditioning and Quality Procedure Expertise
- Compliance with GMPs
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Safety and Sanitation Standards
- Production Oversight
- Dedication to Product Quality
- Strong Leadership Abilities
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Safety Monitoring
- KPI Tracking
- Manufacturing Management
- Total Quality Management
- Customer Response
- Cost Control
- Procurement Specialist
- Performance Evaluations
- Mechanical Specifications
- Knowledge of 5S Methodology
- Training Skills
- Industrial Plant Management
- Infrastructure Management
- Facility and Systems Operation
- Customer Expectations Management
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Superintendent Production Manager
The Paige Company, Approx. 200 Employees
03.2008 - Current
Plant Manager
Bradley Box, Approx. 45 Employees
09.2004 - 03.2008
Plant Manager
Corrugated Carton Co., Approx. 17 Employees
07.1984 - 09.2004
High School Diploma -
East Side High School
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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