PHIL SULLIVAN
Madison,WI
Summary
Results-driven Production Manager with extensive experience in overseeing all aspects of the production process, including custom artwork creation to final printed material. Proven track record of meeting tight deadlines while increasing production efficiency through precise job coordination. Skilled in quality control, troubleshooting machinery, and optimizing workflows to enhance operational efficiency. Committed to maintaining high standards of workmanship and ensuring a positive team environment. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Wide Format Operator
Econoprint
Verona, WI
05.2021 - Current
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
Production Manager
Tribe 9 Foods
Madison, WI
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Supervisor overseeing 8 different gluten-free pasta production lines
- Daily Production scheduling and working line assignments
- Paperwork verification and Inventory control
- Ensuring quality production totals and standards
- Label printing, batch numbers, barcoding, and expiration dates
- Forklift work for ingredient and completed product pallets
- Coordinating with Shipping, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance Depts
- Daily product ordering and restocking with Purchasing and Planning Dept
- Annual reviews, new staff interviews, hiring, and corrective actions
Production Manager
Ameriprint Apparel
Sun Prairie, WI
03.2011 - 08.2020
- Created, maintained, adapted, and improved practices in all of the following areas:
- Production schedule, shop layout, workflow arrangement.
- Daily screen print and embroidery job assignment for all production employees
- Graphic layout proofing with customers and email communication
- Separations, screen making, screen printing, ink mixing, and screen reclaim
- Shop equipment maintenance and repairs
- Shipping, receiving, and delivery scheduling
- Contract customer orders with 8 other screen printing companies
- Employee reviews, staff interviews, hiring, and summer interns (Project Reach)
Night Shift Warehouse Supervisor
Impact Sports (aka Lids Team Sports)
DeForest, WI
01.2010 - 03.2011
- Supervised inventory picking for screen print, embroidery, and Nike orders
- Prepared orders for picking in NAV and WM computer systems
- Restocked missing/misprinted garments for screen print production
Night Shift Screen Print Supervisor
Impact Sports (aka Lids Team Sports)
DeForest, WI
01.2010 - 09.2010
- Supervised and distributed jobs to 15+ screen printing stations
- Maintained a high standard of quality on all garments
- Advised printers on proper print technique, ink colors, and print locations
- Corrected artwork mistakes, printed separations, color changes, and rotation sheets
- Screen room duties including coating, burning, and shooting screens
Production Manager
Wisconsin Sports (aka Steichens/Great Plains Sports)
Oshkosh, WI
07.2004 - 01.2010
- Company Overview: Wisconsin Sports was a small t-shirt company
- Supervised and trained over 20 manual printers
- Interviewed and hired screen printers and embroidery staff
- Scheduled all screen print, embroidery, and decal jobs for production
- Communicated daily with all salespeople located in WI and MN
- Maintained, ordered, and repaired all screen printing equipment
- In charge of weekly orders of ink, screens and additional equipment and supplies
- Wisconsin Sports was a small t-shirt company
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Printmaking and Drawing
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
01.2004
Skills
- Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop
- Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams
- Multiple screen printing presses, embroidery machines, and associated equipment
- Die-cut plotter and Laminators
- Roland large-format printer
- Fuji Flatbed printer
- Production control management
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality assurance
- Continuous improvement
- Inspections and reviews
- Equipment operation and production procedures
- Work scheduling and Staff management
- Effective communication
- Deadline adherence
Hobbies and Interests
- Crossfit and exercising
- Hiking and Traveling
- Graphic Art in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Wide Format Operator
Econoprint
05.2021 - Current
Production Manager
Tribe 9 Foods
08.2020 - 05.2021
Production Manager
Ameriprint Apparel
03.2011 - 08.2020
Night Shift Warehouse Supervisor
Impact Sports (aka Lids Team Sports)
01.2010 - 03.2011
Night Shift Screen Print Supervisor
Impact Sports (aka Lids Team Sports)
01.2010 - 09.2010
Production Manager
Wisconsin Sports (aka Steichens/Great Plains Sports)
07.2004 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Printmaking and Drawing
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
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