Kevin Sims

• Oversaw production schedules to optimize workflow and meet delivery targets.
• Implemented quality control processes, ensuring adherence to safety and compliance standards.
• Collaborated with procurement to manage inventory levels and minimize waste during production cycles.
• Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
• Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output while reducing waste.
• Worked on several projects to reduce waste, such as a Baler to recycle cardboard, sending wooden pallets to the local Fire Dept instead of the landfill, and reusing scrap material that was previously discarded for smaller products.
• Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
• Negotiated with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall procurement costs without sacrificing quality.
• Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.

Assembled products in specific gauges and configurations for the Offset Printing Industry.

• Supervised daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Coordinated workflow between departments to optimize resource utilization and minimize downtime.
• Trained and mentored team members on best practices in production techniques and equipment handling.
• Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency and reduced waste in production lines.
• Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
• Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
• Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
• Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.

• Operated cutting machines to produce precise materials for various applications.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a clean work environment.
• Collaborated with team members to optimize workflows and reduce material waste.
• Trained junior staff on equipment operation and best practices in cutting techniques.
• Kept work areas organized, clean and free of safety hazards.
• Used a Press Brake to mount Aluminum Bars to Blankets.
• Performed final QC Inspections before shipping.
• Packed finished products for shipping
• Entered packages in both UPS, and FedEx Systems

• Operated and maintained various press machinery to ensure optimal performance.
• Operated AB Dick and Multilith duplicator printing presses.
• Printed letterheads, business cards, production/Inspection forms, NCR forms,, etc.
• Performed typesetting, darkroom and layout tasks.
• Delivered finished print jobs and Bearings to customers.