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John Gillmer

Sheboygan,WI

Summary

Responsible Line Lead skilled in safely and effectively operating different types of machinery. Determined professional committed to learning and applying new skills to achieve team goals.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Leader / Interim Assistant Supervisor

Old Wisconsin
10.2016 - Current
  • Experience operating packing machines such as Tiromat, Multivac, R2B Horizontal Form & Seal, Matrix Vertical Form Fill & Seal.
  • Maintained accurate records of production data to track progress against targets and inform future planning efforts.
  • Monitored product quality to achieve superior quality reputation.
  • Reduced downtime through proactive equipment maintenance and timely troubleshooting of issues.
  • Organized and prepared down-stream equipment as needed for operations to maximize productivity.
  • Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
  • Interim Assistant Supervisor

Utilizing the skills required for Line Leader effectively fulfilled the Supervisory duties in supervisors absence.

  • Managed daily tasks, delegating responsibilities effectively to optimize team resources and meet deadlines.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Collaborated with other shifts to optimize production workflows.

Oven Operator

Old Wisconsin
08.2013 - 10.2016
  • Kept operations in compliance with company targets, safety requirements and legal statutes.
  • Performed inspections throughout processes to meet quality standards.
  • Increased production output by coordinating with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks.

Sanitation Technician

Old Wisconsin
05.2005 - 08.2013
  • Adhered to all safety and handling guidelines, following MSDS protocols for proper handling and storage of hazardous materials.
  • Completed in-depth cleaning of machinery to protect consumers from contamination and illness.
  • Reassembled production lines to restore production with minimal downtime.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment and facilities, identifying potential issues and taking corrective action as needed.

Packer

Old Wisconsin
06.2004 - 05.2005
  • Loaded and unloaded items from production line.
  • Inspected items for defects and damage.
  • Protected materials for transport by correctly packaging products in boxes and crates.

Education

GED -

Lakeshore Technical College
Cleveland, WI
02.2025

Skills

  • Assignment Delegation
  • Machine Operation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Quality Inspection

Certification

  • Licensed Forklift and Scissor Lift
  • Certified LOTO
  • Certified HACCP

Timeline

Line Leader / Interim Assistant Supervisor

Old Wisconsin
10.2016 - Current

Oven Operator

Old Wisconsin
08.2013 - 10.2016

Sanitation Technician

Old Wisconsin
05.2005 - 08.2013

Packer

Old Wisconsin
06.2004 - 05.2005

GED -

Lakeshore Technical College
John Gillmer