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Matthew Aho

Suamico

Summary

A high-energy, result-orientated leader, with a successful record of accomplishments in procedure writing, training, and communication. I thrive on finding strengths in employees to maximize their talents for desired results and growth.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Firearms Outfitter

Cabelas, Bass Pro Shop
06.2024 - Current
  • Interact with customers directly on Retail Sales of Rifles, Shotguns Handguns, Optics and other accesssories.
  • Provided product demonstrations to enhance customer understanding and satisfaction.
  • Educated customers on safety protocols and proper equipment usage
  • Resolved customer inquiries and issues promptly to improve service quality
  • Participated in ongoing training using Workday and Workforce Dimensions to stay current on training requirements and continuous improvement.

Production Manager

Greif Recycling
03.2022 - 05.2024
  • Oversaw daily production operations to ensure adherence to quality standards and safety protocols.
  • Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
  • Review daily production reporting, participate in various internal audits of the facility, machinery and housekeeping.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced overall production efficiency and reduced waste.

Production Associate

Sustana Group
06.2021 - 03.2022
  • Adhered to company policies and regulatory requirements, ensuring safe and compliant operations at all times.
  • Inspect and Grade incoming Paper
  • Select graded paper and staged paper to create Pulper batches.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively participating in team meetings, providing constructive feedback when appropriate.
  • Assisted in training new hires on company procedures and best practices, fostering a skilled workforce.

Research and Development Coordinator

Suominen Corporation
05.2015 - 12.2020
  • Developed and maintained project timelines, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and stakeholder expectations.
  • Coordinate manufacturing trials with Customers at the Green Bay facility.
  • Travel and follow through with Product Converting Trials at Customer Facility.
  • Implement learnings and make improvements to enhance product performance with upgrades as needed.


Production Manager

Suominen Corporation
03.2002 - 12.2015
  • Responsible for the Safety, Quality and Productivity of team members in the manufacturing process.
  • Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Daily interaction with Production, Planning & Customer Service to ensure timely delivery to customers.
  • Planning product development trials for product upgrade, small change and new product development.
  • Prioritization and planning for preventive maintenance and electrical work.


Education

High School Diploma - Automotive Mechanics I, II. Small Engine Repair

Gladstone Area High School
Gladstone, Michigan

Skills

  • Building client partnerships
  • Strategic decision making
  • Project management
  • Product selection
  • Implement development strategy
  • Product optimization
  • Continuous improvements
  • Team development
  • Health and safety compliance
  • ISO standards

LEADERSHIP & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

  • Recognized for my strong leadership, excellent communication, and attention to detail, as well as my supervisory skills including hiring, termination, scheduling, training, and other administrative tasks.
  • As a member of a Management Team, I have played a significant role in supporting a Strategy of Continuous Improvement in, “How we Work”, “How we Operate”. I also support Behavior based safety, which when implemented properly you will see cultural transformation and empowerment to make good choices and decisions.
  • Worked with a Global Sales Group and R&D Team to identify products that would work for customers. Product Development Trials for Product Upgrades and small changes as well as development of new products related to Nonwovens and other textile type industries.

Timeline

Firearms Outfitter

Cabelas, Bass Pro Shop
06.2024 - Current

Production Manager

Greif Recycling
03.2022 - 05.2024

Production Associate

Sustana Group
06.2021 - 03.2022

Research and Development Coordinator

Suominen Corporation
05.2015 - 12.2020

Production Manager

Suominen Corporation
03.2002 - 12.2015

High School Diploma - Automotive Mechanics I, II. Small Engine Repair

Gladstone Area High School

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