Kevin Garner

Responsible for the quality inspection of flexographic and digital labels.

Evaluate all labels that are rejected or returned for rework.

Recommend corrective actions on labels out of specification.

Assist production supervisors, press operators, rewind operators packaging, and shipping personnel in meeting the

label specifications and deadlines.

Consult with plant manager, customer service manager and accounting manager at weekly meeting to evaluate all RMA

projects in our Hubspot website.

Consult with all customer service personnel as needed, to

help resolve label production questions.

Assist production supervisors in maintaining and improving job flow through the production department in all 3 shifts.

Assist in the training of the finishing and rewind personnel.

Work on the finishing equipment as needed, to complete label projects.

• Resolved label manufacturing issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
• Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion.
• Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
• Oversaw quality control to achieve customer satisfaction.
• Collaborated with Owner, Customer Service, Shipping Department and Accounting/HR to ensure timely delivery of quality products according to customer requirements.
• Established and maintained production schedule.
• Sourced all label components for manufacturing.
• Maintained and repaired 3 Flexo Presses, 3 Rewind Presses, Finishing Equipment, Digital Cutter and Printer, Forklift and all Building Support Systems.
• Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
• Responsible for hiring an training of new hires.
• Responsible for review of employee performance.
• Operated printing press, rewind and finishing equipment if needed.

• Resolved label manufacturing issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
• Oversaw employee training to ensure team members were proficient in operating printing presses, rewinding and finishing equipment for job-specific requirements.
• Managed team of 8 production associates, overseeing production processes and deadlines.
• Improved label quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
• Conducted root cause analysis of production issues for prompt resolution, minimizing negative impacts on output rates.
• Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
• Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
• Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.

• Press Operator on a 10" Mark Andy Flexo Press
• Rewind Operator on a 13" Arpeco Rewinder
• Worked independently during evenings and weekends
• Responsible for the manufacturing, finishing and packaging of Mailing "Tabs"

• Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
• Managed label manufacturing on various printing presses and rewinding equipment. [Mark Andy, Rotoflex]
• Conducted root cause analysis of production issues, devising corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.

• Managed the manufacturing of Flexographic and Hot Stamp pressure sensitive labels.
• Responsible for 1 press Supervisor, 1 Press Assistant, 3 Flexo Press Operators, 2 Hot Stamp Operators, 1 Rewind Operator and 1 Shipping Associate.
• Coordinated the daily production schedule with Vice President of Operations, General Manager, Senior Production Manager, Quality and Safety Manager, Maintenance Manager, Customer Service Associates,
• Member of the General Manager's Leadership team
• Member of the Safety Team
• Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication ["Kaizen"] between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.

• Managed multiple projects concurrently of both Hot Stamped and Flexographic labels
• Managed 4 Markem Hot Stamp operators and presses
• Managed 4 Mark Andy and Rotoflex operators and presses
• Managed 4 Arpeco and other rewind operators and presses
• Managed Pre-Press Art Department and Printing Plate Systems.
• Coordinated with Customer Service, Shipping and Ownership in all phases of manufacturing and operations.
• Oversaw quality control achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
• Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
• Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
• Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.