Michael A. Strohecker

• Manage a diverse team of individuals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
• Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving issues in productivity.
• Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
• Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.

• Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
• Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
• Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
• Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
• Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
• Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
• Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
• Mentored and developed staff members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
• Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.

* Shift Supervisor, PhilCorr Sheets - Vineland, NJ

* Plant Manager, TexCorr Sheets - Waxahachie, TX

* Manufacturing Services while Plant Superintendent, LAC orr Pkg

* Start up and train operators for corrugator operations in Fresno, CA, Mexico City, London UK, LACorr Pkg, (2nd Corrugator).

* Was sent in to troubled corrugator operations within the CSI group to identify opportunities, create successful outcomes while changing plant culture to maintain a level of success.

• 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.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

* Stacker Operator, (Martin up-stacker)

* Doublebacker Operator

* Singleface Operator

* Corrugator Maintenance Tech

* Shift Supervisor

• Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
• Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
• Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
• Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
• Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
• Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
• Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.

* Meritorious promotion to PFC out of basic training. (Paris Island, SC)

* Number 1 graduate out of Artillery Training School, (2nd Mar DIv)

* Cpl, E-4 (Honorable Discharge)

* Multiple Meritorious Masts along with unit letters of appreciation