Marc Watko
Disputanta,VA
Summary
Resourceful Assistant Crew Leader known for maintaining high productivity and efficiently completing tasks. Skilled in team coordination, workflow management, and safety compliance. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to overcome challenges and support team objectives. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and fostering positive work environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Crew Leader
Smurfit Westrock
Hopewell, VA
11.2015 - Current
- Coordinated crew efforts to align with Smurfit Westrock production schedules and achieve shift goals.
- Monitored and enforced safety practices, ensuring compliance with plant rules during daily operations.
- Assigned tasks to crew members based on line needs and skill levels.
- Supported Smurfit Westrock crew operations during corrugated packaging production shifts.
- Directed daily work assignments for production team members on the line.
- Monitored pressure, temperature, and water levels throughout shift.
- Adjusted burner settings and feedwater flow for stable operation.
- Responded to alarms and equipment issues during building operations.
- Coordinated with maintenance staff on repairs and shutdown procedures.
- Verified that all safety devices are functioning correctly prior to startup.
- Adjusted boiler valves to establish appropriate air and water flow levels and control flow of liquid fuel into burners to regulate temperatures.
- Maintained records of all maintenance activities including repairs and adjustments made to the boiler systems.
- Monitored gauges and meters to record temperature fluctuations and document variances in airflow and fuel consumption.
- Operated blowdown valves at scheduled intervals to minimize buildup and maintain system efficiency.
- Tested mechanical components for proper functioning prior to startup of equipment.
- Adjusted controls to maintain specified operating temperatures and pressures.
- Monitored boiler operations and parameters such as water levels, steam pressure, fuel consumption, and draft readings to ensure safe operation.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems with the boiler systems during emergency situations.
- Investigated operational problems involving boilers and implemented solutions accordingly.
- Coordinated with outside contractors for major repairs beyond available personnel resources.
- Inspected flue gases for compliance with emissions standards set by regulatory agencies.
- Trained new employees on company and safety standards, providing assistance and remediation with issues.
- Improved efficiency and reduced costs by recommending new processes and identifying problems.
Department Manager
Lowes Home Centers
Prince George, Virginia
09.2009 - 11.2015
- Supervised department associates in retail store operations and daily task assignments.
- Managed inventory counts, stock replenishment, and product rotation processes.
- Maintained accurate inventory records, monitored stock levels and placed orders as necessary.
- Trained staff on merchandising standards, register procedures, and customer service.
- Coordinated planogram changes and seasonal floor resets across sales areas.
- Monitored sales floor presentation and corrected pricing, signage, and display issues.
- Inspected merchandise regularly for quality control purposes prior to stocking shelves or racks.
Education
Petersburg High
Petersburg , VASkills
- Boiler operations
- Equipment diagnostics
- Safety regulations
- Safety guidelines
- Crew supervision
- Crew management
- Team leadership
- Task assignment
- Workload prioritization
- Cost management
- Inventory control
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Motivational strategies
- Multitasking and organization
- Status reporting
- Policy enforcement
- Environmental awareness
- Team management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Crew Leader
Smurfit Westrock
11.2015 - Current
Department Manager
Lowes Home Centers
09.2009 - 11.2015
Petersburg High