Matthew Michaelson
Knapp
Summary
Background includes managing employees as a professional in fast-paced a fast-paced production environment. Bringing several years of related experience and dedication to meeting and exceeding performance targets. Safety-driven and responsive to changing workflows and company demands.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
EdgeBuilder Inc.
Prescott
07.2014 - Current
- Managed daily operations to optimize personnel and equipment scheduling, improving workflow efficiency.
- Tracked employee hours and productivity using Excel, PowerPoint, and related tools.
- Submitted weekly payrolls to internal company and external hiring firms.
- Interpreted blueprints for single-family, multi-family homes, and apartment projects.
- Administered budget oversight for multiple buildings across a five-acre site ensuring financial accountability.
- Handled customer service inquiries and resolved job site issues promptly.
- Oversaw safety protocols and compliance to maintain secure work environment.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime and support continuous operations.
Mold Technician
Contour Plastics
Baldwin
01.2008 - 07.2014
- Operated molding machines to produce high-quality plastic components, ensuring production met quality standards.
- Inspected molds for defects and maintained protocols to prevent downtime and ensure operational efficiency.
- Trained new technicians on safety procedures and equipment operation.
- Maintained clean, organized work area in compliance with safety standards.
- Monitored machine performance and reported irregularities to supervisors to facilitate timely corrective actions.
- Documented changes made during mold maintenance for component traceability.
- Performed visual inspections of molds to identify damage or wear.
- Adjusted machine settings according to production specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
WITC
New Richmond, WI06-2002
Skills
- Operations management
- Computer proficiency
- Budget oversight
- Safety compliance
- Forklift certification
- Equipment maintenance
- Customer service
- Project coordination
- Process improvement
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
- Training and development
- Production planning
- Schedule management
- Cost control
- Team development
- Safety management
- Facility management
- ISO standards compliance
- Performance strategies
- Logistics coordination
- Equipment maintenance
- Work delegation
- Scheduling expertise
- Plant and warehouse operations
Timeline
Plant Manager
EdgeBuilder Inc.
07.2014 - Current
Mold Technician
Contour Plastics
01.2008 - 07.2014
High School Diploma -
WITC