Patrick J. Lowe
Mays Landing,NJ
Summary
Seeking an opportunity to utilize my skills and abilities in as a team player to produce and get my full ability to use. Eager to work as a key player in challenging and innovative profession that offers growth potential
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Service Technician
K and M Newspaper Services
04.2016 - 06.2025
- Responded quickly to emergency maintenance requests for timely on-call support.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism in all interactions with clients, consistently receiving positive feedback for exceptional service.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing prompt and efficient on-site support for technical issues.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment according to company safety procedures.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Established positive customer relationships by providing punctual, cost-effective solutions.
- Followed safety procedures to avoid injuries in field.
- Provided hands-on training to junior technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Strengthened relationships with customers by understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions that exceeded expectations.
- Facilitated smooth installations, ensuring proper setup and configuration of new equipment at customer sites.
- Managed on-site and off-site installation, repair, maintenance, and test tasks.
- Enhanced system performance through troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing complex electronic and mechanical systems.
- Reduced downtime with proactive identification of potential issues during regular site visits and routine inspections.
- Improved equipment uptime by conducting regular preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
Packaging and Distribution Manager
The Press of Atlantic City
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Managed the packaging and distribution departments. Performed management and technical functions involving the production of the mailroom and distribution units including maintenance of all related equipment.
- Reduced the budget by 30% percent in labor cost with an updated production operation and retro fitted existing equipment to adapt to newer size newsprint.
- Projected, planned, and managed budget expenditures, processes, related supply/material purchases, and oversees shipping schedules.
- Handled personnel activities including hiring of both internal and contracted temporary service staff members, scheduling, training, and disciplinary actions personally or through subordinate supervisors.
Senior Home Delivery Zone Manager
The Press of Atlantic City
01.1987 - 01.2014
- Managed the distribution of home delivery of newspaper and alternate products, and the day to day operation to all districts to ensure early delivery of The Press of Atlantic City and alternate products.
- Managed the operations of distribution centers, budgeted to optimized expenses.
- Scheduled and assigned procedures of operation to meet company goals.
- Handled the recruitment of independent contractors to improve sales and service of the newspaper and its alternate products.
- Supported regional managers, adjusting sales goals and processes for each region based on zone metrics and company objectives.
Assistant Packaging and Distribution Manager
The Press of Atlantic City
01.2003 - 01.2010
- Scheduled assignments and planned, directed, trained, disciplined, and evaluated performance of subordinate workers on the day shift.
- Supervised insert and TMC mailing operations, mechanical maintenance operations of the department, receiving of inserts, and storage. Oversaw the setting up of inserting runs for both day and night production schedules, labeling equipment, and daily labeling requirements.
- Restructured the warehouse process to a simpler accountable system from the front end of receiving to the correct product going to the customer while reducing loss in time and cost.
- Upgraded to an ink-jet system from a three part production process down to one, while reducing waste by 20% and labor expense by 45%.
- Substituted in place of the Packaging and Distribution Manager in his absence.
- Provided input relative to the budget planning process. Interpreted company policies to subordinates; recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performances, and quality of product. Attended scheduled department and company meetings as required.
Assistant Daytime Supervisor
The Press of Atlantic City
01.1990 - 01.2003
- Supervised subordinate workers in the distribution of newspapers at the mailroom distribution center.
- Assigned and prepared work schedules to meet production schedules.
- Oversaw mailroom console operators to verify and ensure inserts were accurately zoned and assigned.
- Analyzed and resolved work problems and enforced safety regulations.
- Regularly communicated with the Distribution Manager in coordinating the flow of product; made recommendations to improve production methods, increase efficiency, and quality of product.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
Console/Machine Operator
The Press of Atlantic City
01.1987 - 01.1990
- Promoted to this position three weeks after being hired as a part time inserter.
- Duties included overseeing the loading of all trucks, coordinating the efforts of the Circulation Department and the Press Room pertaining to the prediction numbers, and assignments the advertising zones.
- Set up machinery for nightly production runs. Oversaw and adjusted equipment as needed to improve quality and production.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
Education
CNC Machinist, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Safe Start
Camden County College
Blackwood, NJManaging Change, Performance Management I, Performance Management II, Communication Skills, Accident Investigation Training Program
ACC Community College
Mays Landing, NJSkills
- Precision Measurements
- Fixtures
- Manual Milling
- CNC
- Machine Maintenance
- Lathe
- Custom Tooling
- Microsoft Office
- Problem Resolution
- Scheduling
- Supervision
- Planning
- Budgeting
- Process Improvement
- Safety
- Training
- Performance Improvement
- Problem-solving
- Positive attitude
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Field repairs
- Mechanical aptitude
- Training and mentoring
- Diagnostic testing
- Calibration procedures
Timeline
Field Service Technician
K and M Newspaper Services
04.2016 - 06.2025
Packaging and Distribution Manager
The Press of Atlantic City
01.2010 - 01.2014
Assistant Packaging and Distribution Manager
The Press of Atlantic City
01.2003 - 01.2010
Assistant Daytime Supervisor
The Press of Atlantic City
01.1990 - 01.2003
Senior Home Delivery Zone Manager
The Press of Atlantic City
01.1987 - 01.2014
Console/Machine Operator
The Press of Atlantic City
01.1987 - 01.1990
CNC Machinist, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Safe Start
Camden County College
Managing Change, Performance Management I, Performance Management II, Communication Skills, Accident Investigation Training Program
ACC Community College
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