Michael Falk
Antigo
Summary
Dynamic CNC Punch Press Team Lead with a proven track record at Applied Laser Technology. Expert in quality control and conflict resolution, fostering a collaborative team environment. Committed to performance improvement and workplace safety, consistently meeting tight deadlines while mentoring team members to achieve operational excellence.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Punch Press Team Lead
Applied Laser Technology
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
- Used Radan nesting software to program parts for the punching department.
- Quality checked parts from engineering before programming them for thr punching department.
- Responsible for end of shift reports for the punching department aswell as the rest of the cell it was a part of.
Rebar Team Lead
Londerville Steel Enterprises
08.2023 - Current
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
- Used Radan nesting software to program parts for the punching department.
- Quality checked parts from engineering before programming them for thr punching department.
- Responsible for end of shift reports for the punching department aswell as the rest of the cell it was a part of.
CNC Punch Press Tech.
Applied Laser Technology
10.2014 - 06.2019
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Antigo High School
Antigo, WISkills
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Customer focus
- Coaching and mentoring
- Quality control
- Performance improvement
- Workplace safety
- Production monitoring
- Deadline management
- Employee training
- Task delegation
- Workflow management
- Goal setting
- Complex Problem-solving
- Leading team meetings
- Coaching
- Overseeing daily activities
- Giving constructive feedback
- Documentation and reporting
- Team Check-ins
- Safety
- Leadership
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking
- Task prioritization
Timeline
Rebar Team Lead
Londerville Steel Enterprises
08.2023 - Current
CNC Punch Press Tech.
Applied Laser Technology
10.2014 - 06.2019
CNC Punch Press Team Lead
Applied Laser Technology
High School Diploma -
Antigo High School
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