Rocky Bishir
Carlisle,OH
Summary
Results-driven leader with 20 years of experience in the paper industry, focusing on team development and safety compliance. Demonstrated success in mechanical maintenance and strategic problem-solving, leading to substantial improvements in production efficiency. Skilled in fostering collaboration to uphold quality standards while enhancing operational success. Aiming to leverage management expertise aligned with core values at Graphic Packaging.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Superintendent
Graphic Packaging International
Middletown, OH
08.2024 - Current
- Provided guidance and support to staff in order to meet departmental goals.
- Ensured all training materials were up-to-date and distributed appropriately across departments.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Adhered strictly to company policies and procedures while overseeing operations.
Production Supervisor
Graphic Packaging International
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Supervise production crews, and ensure shift coverage.
- Maintain quality set points, and oversee adherence to product specifications.
- Manage scheduling, payroll, vacation coverage, and staffing vacancies.
- Contribute to team development, and promote from within to support company growth.
- Drive production goals and continuous improvement across operations.
Maintenance Lead
OX Industries
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Helped develop and lead a newly formed maintenance team.
- Created daily rounds check sheets to ensure consistent preventative maintenance.
- Troubleshot and performed preventative maintenance (PM) on all plant equipment.
- Ensured operational efficiency by addressing and resolving equipment issues promptly.
- Supported continuous improvement of maintenance processes and team performance.
Production Supervisor
PaperWorks LLC
Wabash, IN
11.2017 - 09.2021
- Planned and controlled production performance in line with machine and manpower capabilities.
- Managed the overall operation and efficiency of two paper machines: Eight-cylinder Kobayashi (112-inch trim width); produces calipers .016–.036; line speed: 300–625 ft/min. 10-cylinder dry vat (88-inch width): Converted to a 3-cylinder Horne former with 3 FC formers; produces calipers .014–.028; line speed: 300–700 ft/min.
- Oversaw stock approach systems, SOS, and KMRS stock optimization, power, boilers, secondary, shipping, and raw stock.
- Supervised a team of 30, assigning daily jobs, and reviewing schedules and order requirements.
- Maintained KPI targets for safety, environmental, quality, and production efficiency.
- Verified board quality, adjusted raw stock usage, and ensured product standards were met.
- Promoted teamwork, led change, and modeled integrity, and safety leadership.
Maintenance Lead
Wabash Alloys
Wabash, IN
08.2015 - 11.2017
- Supervised personnel assigned to perform scheduled preventative maintenance activities.
- Maintained records of preventive maintenance activities and updated them regularly.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of parts or supplies needed for maintenance operations.
- Conducted daily maintenance inspections and identified potential areas of improvement.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
Various Production Roles
PaperWorks LLC
Wabash, IN
08.2000 - 06.2015
- Positions Held: Laborer, Cutter, Fourth Hand, Finisher, Back tender, Assistant Machine Tender, Machine Tender, Backfill.
- Gained extensive experience in all sections of two paper machines.
- Set up, monitored, and shut down machines; performed quality checks.
- Supported finishing operations and performed maintenance tasks (e.g., replacing felts, rolls, and cylinders).
- Ensured adherence to customer specifications and production schedules.
Education
Paper Machine Fundamentals -
AJU University
Charleston, SC03-2025
High School Diploma -
Wabash High School
Wabash, IN05.2000
Welding and Fabrication -
Wabash Vocational School
Wabash, IN05-2000
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Safety compliance initiatives
- Data-driven KPI assessment
- Mediation and conflict management
- Electrical Systems
- Mechanical maintenance
- Welding
- Troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance coordination
- Machine Setup and Calibration
- Defect identification
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Production Reporting Tools
- Proficient in scheduling systems
- Safety-focused mindset
- Leadership
- Collaborative team member
- Detail-oriented approach
- Strategic issue resolution
- Problem-solving in mechanical contexts
Affiliations
I'm a well-rounded individual with a passion for both technical challenges and meaningful personal connections. In my free time, I enjoy building high-performance engines and working on Ford Mustangs—projects that blend my mechanical skills with my love for cars. I'm also deeply involved in programming and tuning standalone engine management systems, which lets me combine hands-on work with software problem-solving.
My hobbies extend to upgrading and rebuilding transmissions and rear ends, as well as welding and fabricating custom roll cages and suspension components. Beyond the garage, one of my greatest joys is teaching my children how to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and take pride in working with their hands. Above all, I value spending quality time with my family, which keeps me grounded and balanced in everything I do.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Superintendent
Graphic Packaging International
08.2024 - Current
Production Supervisor
Graphic Packaging International
07.2022 - 08.2024
Maintenance Lead
OX Industries
09.2021 - 07.2022
Production Supervisor
PaperWorks LLC
11.2017 - 09.2021
Maintenance Lead
Wabash Alloys
08.2015 - 11.2017
Various Production Roles
PaperWorks LLC
08.2000 - 06.2015
Paper Machine Fundamentals -
AJU University
High School Diploma -
Wabash High School
Welding and Fabrication -
Wabash Vocational School
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