Mateusz Liszka
Palos Heights,IL
Summary
I started working with my father when I was 16 .
He was my mentor who show me nothing is impossible . Spending time with him I learn how to be a leader . Starting on construction doing hard work tough me a lot . It was a day before my 21 birthday when he died . Then instead of continuing my education i started my first company Old state mechanical . I run it successfully with my brother as a partner for 10 years . I gained lots of experience with time and lots of happy costumers along the way .
Time when i helped IFF building their first plant in US i jumped in food industry . Giuseppe was looking for help at that time . I made a choice to try new adventure in my life . Spend over 2 years helping guys at IFF to run the place .
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Engineering Manager
IFF
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Communicated with stakeholders at all levels to provide updates on project progress, challenges, and successes.
- Supported new product launches by working closely with research and development teams to ensure efficient production processes were in place.
- Ensured timely maintenance of plant equipment, minimizing downtime and maintaining high productivity levels.
- Facilitated communication between departments to support collaborative problem-solving and drive overall plant performance.
- Improved plant efficiency by implementing advanced engineering solutions and optimizing production processes.
- Managed budgets for capital projects within the facility, ensuring effective allocation of resources throughout project lifecycles.
- Implemented safety protocols within the facility, reducing workplace accidents and promoting a culture of safety awareness.
- Maintained compliance with local regulations by conducting regular audits and addressing any identified concerns promptly.
- Evaluated vendor proposals for new equipment or services, selecting options that met both technical requirements and budget constraints.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish and implement best practices in plant management.
- Managed a team of engineers and technicians, providing guidance, support, and performance evaluations.
- Spearheaded process improvements through Lean Manufacturing methodologies, streamlining workflows while maintaining high-quality output.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives within the plant environment, driving operational excellence across all functions.
- Optimized energy consumption by identifying areas for improvement and implementing energy-efficient technologies.
- Oversaw the design and installation of new equipment, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems.
- Coordinated training programs for staff members to promote skill development and increase employee retention rates.
- Developed cost-saving strategies for plant operations, resulting in significant budget reductions.
- Conducted root cause analysis on system failures, leading to corrective actions that improved overall reliability.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement, making recommendations to senior management based on findings.
- Complied with applicable mechanical and electrical regulatory standards for [Type] plant operation.
- Drafted preventive maintenance schedules around avoiding service disruptions and equipment breakdowns.
- Created standardized set-ups for staff workstations and tools to streamline opening and closing operations.
- Designed and enforced best-practice methodologies.
- Maintained open communication channels to verify prescribed operational levels for equipment and tasks.
- Audited and trained maintenance personnel to verify presence of necessary skills and competencies.
- Prepared, checked, and coordinated documentation to support component design and application.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to keep material costs within set budgets.
- Prepared performance appraisals of plan personnel, highlighting exceptional performances and illustrating remedial requirements.
- Analyzed existing structures to create plans for modifications and improvements.
- Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands.
- Presented project information and status updates to customers and fielded concerns.
- Created innovative solutions to architectural problems, enabling successful project completion.
- Coordinated engineering team for projects in commercial and industrial development.
- Recruited, placed, and oversaw project staff for optimal project results.
- Established and conducted quality control programs to verify construction projects met required quality standards.
- Served as point of contact during plant emergencies, overseeing disaster recovery and expediting restoration efforts.
- Remained abreast of new and emerging industry regulations and guidelines for plant operations.
- Organized and managed maintenance staff to fulfill requirements via scheduling and delegation.
Sales Manager
LRM Plumbing
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
- Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
- Closed lucrative sales deals using strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
- Met with clients, delivering presentations, and educating on product and service features and offerings.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.
- Maintained ethical and positive working environment to reduce turnover and promote high retention rates.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, ensuring the best pricing and terms for company profitability.
- Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new or existing customers.
- Overcame objections from potential clients by addressing concerns effectively and offering customized solutions based on their unique needs.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities, leading to expansion into profitable territories.
- Streamlined sales processes for improved efficiency, resulting in higher conversion rates.
- Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures, and sales strategies.
- Recruited and hired top-level talent to add value and expertise to sales department.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
- Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
- Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
- Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
- Boosted marketing, reviewed pricing strategies and expanded distribution channels to increase sales revenue.
- Maintained financial controls, planned business operations and control expenses while identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow business operations and boost profits.
- Facilitated business by implementing practical networking techniques.
Owner
Osm Services
02.2012 - 01.2020
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
- Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
- Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
- Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decisionmaking.
- Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues.
- Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
- Established, optimized and enforced business policies to maintain consistency across industry operations.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
- Diversified revenue streams by exploring new markets and developing innovative products or services tailored to those markets'' needs.
- Discovered areas of improvement by generating quarterly operational and sales reports.
- Fostered an environment promoting continuous improvement empowering employees to identify opportunities for enhancing operational efficiency.
- Managed large budgets, collaborating with other departments to eliminate redundancies.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns, and transaction reports.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at improving internal communication channels between team members facilitating greater collaboration across departments.
- Proactively identified areas of risk within the organization implemented necessary safeguards mitigating any potential negative impact on the business.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Adhered to regulatory and policy changes and made necessary adjustments to maintain overall success.
- Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.
- Assessed damaged materials and notified maintenance personnel of needed repairs.
Plumber
Liszka Plumbing
02.2005 - 01.2011
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings following local building codes and regulations.
- Performed regular maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent costly future repairs for customers.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship throughout all stages of plumbing installations, repairs, or maintenance tasks.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers.
- Mentored junior plumbers, sharing industry expertise to improve overall team performance.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations on completed jobs.
- Upgraded outdated plumbing systems to modern standards enhancing functionality while increasing property value for clients.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing all client concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with completed work.
- Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
- Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Collaborated with other trade professionals such as electricians and HVAC technicians during multi-faceted construction projects to ensure seamless integration of services.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently diagnosing and repairing plumbing issues in residential and commercial properties.
- Ensured safety compliance during all projects, adhering to strict industry regulations and guidelines.
- Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains, natural gas, fire systems and backflow preventers.
- Streamlined inventory management, ensuring proper tools and materials were readily available for each job.
- Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
- Enhanced team productivity with effective communication and collaboration during complex projects.
- Increased client retention, providing exceptional customer service through timely project completion.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Completed projects within budget constraints by accurately estimating material costs and labor hours.
- Conducted thorough inspections of existing plumbing systems, identifying potential problems before they escalated into expensive repairs for clients.
- Achieved faster project turnaround times by effectively prioritizing tasks based on urgency and complexity level of the job at hand.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- Reduced water waste for clients by installing eco-friendly fixtures and appliances.
- Developed long-lasting relationships with suppliers, securing favorable pricing on materials for the company''s benefit.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings with [Tool] and [Tool].
- Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing preventative maintenance plans for clients'' plumbing systems.
- Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
- Prepared budgets and estimated costs for potential work on piping systems.
- Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems.
- Operated ground microphones and listening discs to locate hidden water line leaks.
Education
No Degree - Business
Triton Collage
River Grove, ILSkills
- Operational Excellence
- Maintenance Management
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Safety Regulations
- Budget Planning
- Waste Reduction
- Production Scheduling
- Equipment Selection
- Environmental Compliance
- Reliability Engineering
- Plant Design Expertise
- Plant commissioning
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Customer Support
- Maintenance
- Safety Management
- Operations Management
- Electrical Systems
- Production Planning
- Industrial Automation
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Piping design
- Process Control
- Design
- Industry standards
- Code inspections
- Plant design
- Testing
- Planning and coordination
- Training and mentoring
- Technical integration
- Field Operations
- Data Collection
- Equipment knowledge
- Quality Assurance
- Personnel Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Project Coordination
- Installation Management
- Budget coordination
- Design development
- Design review
- Technology Integration
- Compliance understanding
- Prioritization
- Vendor Sourcing
- Contract Negotiation
- Sustainable building concepts
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Project Oversight
- Product Development
- Construction Specification Institute Member (CSI)
Hunting
Love to be around nature .
Languages
Polish
Full Professional
Timeline
Plant Engineering Manager
IFF
03.2021 - 03.2024
Sales Manager
LRM Plumbing
01.2020 - 03.2021
Owner
Osm Services
02.2012 - 01.2020
Plumber
Liszka Plumbing
02.2005 - 01.2011
No Degree - Business
Triton Collage