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Rodney Scott

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Summary

Resourceful Supervisor trained in resolution of critical issues within time-sensitive environment with successful track record of building and maintaining talented teams. Highly organized, energetic and versatile leader committed to continuous improvements. Proven history of motivating staff to work together to achieve targets.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1996
1996
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Supervisor

PPCFlexible Packaging
Rome
04.2017 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations for flexible packaging production lines.
  • Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
  • Coordinated workflow to ensure timely completion of packaging tasks.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to resolve operational issues.
  • Assisted in inventory management and material sourcing activities.
  • Encouraged teamwork and collaboration among production staff during shifts.
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
  • Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
  • Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
  • Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
  • Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
  • Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
  • Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Managed scheduling for staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and projects.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, reducing project completion times.
  • Monitored employee attendance, addressing any punctuality or absenteeism issues.
  • Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
  • Implemented new operational procedures, increasing efficiency.
  • Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
  • Addressed and resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
  • Led weekly team meetings to discuss progress, address issues, and plan future actions.
  • Implemented quality control measures, significantly reducing error rates.
  • Developed and maintained a safe working environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements, leading to cost reductions and increased productivity.
  • Developed strategies to improve team performance and productivity.
  • Managed team of XX employees, ensuring high productivity and quality standards were met.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
  • Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
  • Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
  • Monitored equipment performance and addressed maintenance needs promptly.

Printing Press Operator

PPCFlexible Packaging
Rome
08.2006 - 04.2017
  • Operated flexographic printing presses for high-quality packaging production.
  • Monitored print quality and adjusted settings for optimal output.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on printing equipment to ensure efficiency.
  • Collaborated with production team to meet tight deadlines and schedules.
  • Trained new operators on press operation and safety protocols.
  • Inspected raw materials for conformity to specifications before use.
  • Maintained accurate records of production runs and materials used.
  • Implemented safety practices to promote a secure working environment.
  • Followed detailed instructions from supervisors regarding specific job orders and production deadlines.
  • Maintained accurate records of production runs, including number of impressions made.
  • Verified ink specifications, inked presses, changed ink and adjusted ink flow.
  • Performed quality control checks throughout production process.
  • Monitored ink levels and replenished supply when necessary.
  • Examined and produced specific job orders.
  • Loaded large rolls of paper onto feeder system in preparation for production runs.
  • Troubleshot mechanical problems with printing press components such as rollers and cylinders.
  • Checked finished product against original copy or proof sheets to ensure accuracy of colors, text, and images.
  • Prepared machines for printing and operated one-and two-color printing presses, platemakers, hydraulic paper cutters and digital printers and copiers.
  • Met production schedules and throughput yield targets.
  • Operated printing press to produce printed materials, including brochures, newsletters, and business cards.
  • Lubricated and cleaned equipment regularly to ensure optimal performance.
  • Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper and registration.
  • Reviewed customer proofs for proper layout, color accuracy, and text clarity before beginning a run on the press.
  • Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
  • Assisted other members of press team with tasks such as loading plates and cleaning presses when needed.
  • Maintained machines in good working order by cleaning, lubricating and adjusting.
  • Performed and delivered printing projects on time of time.
  • Kept records of materials used and time needed for projects.
  • Maintained data on printing outputs produced, supplies consumed, printing costs and equipment maintenance and repairs performed.
  • Set appropriate speeds, flows, colors, temperatures, and positions for printing.
  • Repaired any damaged plates before resuming operations on the press.
  • Stacked completed jobs onto pallets according to shipping instructions provided by customer or supervisor.
  • Conducted daily safety inspections to identify potential hazards or malfunctions in equipment.
  • Calibrated various controls on the machine periodically to maintain consistent output results.
  • Posted and adhered to lockout/tagout, hazardous material handling and hearing and eye standards.
  • Monitored team progress to complete projects within deadlines, including large print jobs and rush orders.
  • Participated in regular maintenance activities such as replacing worn parts or lubricating moving parts.
  • Led flexographic printing press operations, including lamination and die cutting.
  • Inspected all material for defects prior to running job on press.
  • Set up plates into the cylinder based on customer specifications or job order requirements.
  • Removed printed products from printing machines manually or via hand trucks or power lifts and transitioned material to drying and finishing or storage areas.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper use of equipment and safety procedures.
  • Set up and used paper-cutting, laminating and folding machines to hasten workplace operations.
  • Properly handled hazardous waste materials to uphold safety regulations.
  • Inspected random paper samples during print runs to confirm accurate ink and paper type.
  • Loaded printing press with paper and modified margins to comply with paper size requirements.
  • Maintained adequate productivity by setting and enforcing deadlines.
  • Reviewed job orders to determine amount of paper needed, ink color and potential special instructions.
  • Used hand tools to make small repairs and regularly clean printing presses.
  • Observed environmental factors and effects on equipment performance to make adjustments when necessary.

Printing Press Operator

Print Pack
Villa Rica
06.2005 - 08.2006
  • Operated printing presses to produce high-quality printed materials.
  • Monitored production processes to ensure consistent quality and adherence to specifications.
  • Adjusted machinery settings for various print jobs to achieve optimal results.
  • Operated flexographic printing presses for high-quality packaging production.
  • Monitored print quality and adjusted settings for optimal output.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on printing equipment to ensure efficiency.
  • Collaborated with production team to meet tight deadlines and schedules.
  • Trained new operators on press operation and safety protocols.
  • Inspected raw materials for conformity to specifications before use.
  • Maintained accurate records of production runs and materials used.
  • Implemented safety practices to promote a secure working environment.
  • Followed detailed instructions from supervisors regarding specific job orders and production deadlines.
  • Maintained accurate records of production runs, including number of impressions made.
  • Verified ink specifications, inked presses, changed ink and adjusted ink flow.
  • Performed quality control checks throughout production process.
  • Monitored ink levels and replenished supply when necessary.
  • Examined and produced specific job orders.
  • Loaded large rolls of paper onto feeder system in preparation for production runs.
  • Troubleshot mechanical problems with printing press components such as rollers and cylinders.
  • Checked finished product against original copy or proof sheets to ensure accuracy of colors, text, and images.
  • Prepared machines for printing and operated one-and two-color printing presses, platemakers, hydraulic paper cutters and digital printers and copiers.
  • Met production schedules and throughput yield targets.
  • Operated printing press to produce printed materials, including brochures, newsletters, and business cards.
  • Lubricated and cleaned equipment regularly to ensure optimal performance.
  • Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper and registration.
  • Reviewed customer proofs for proper layout, color accuracy, and text clarity before beginning a run on the press.
  • Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
  • Assisted other members of press team with tasks such as loading plates and cleaning presses when needed.
  • Maintained machines in good working order by cleaning, lubricating and adjusting.
  • Performed and delivered printing projects on time of time.
  • Kept records of materials used and time needed for projects.
  • Maintained data on printing outputs produced, supplies consumed, printing costs and equipment maintenance and repairs performed.
  • Set appropriate speeds, flows, colors, temperatures, and positions for printing.
  • Repaired any damaged plates before resuming operations on the press.
  • Stacked completed jobs onto pallets according to shipping instructions provided by customer or supervisor.
  • Conducted daily safety inspections to identify potential hazards or malfunctions in equipment.
  • Calibrated various controls on the machine periodically to maintain consistent output results.
  • Posted and adhered to lockout/tagout, hazardous material handling and hearing and eye standards.
  • Monitored team progress to complete projects within deadlines, including large print jobs and rush orders.
  • Participated in regular maintenance activities such as replacing worn parts or lubricating moving parts.
  • Led flexographic printing press operations, including lamination and die cutting.
  • Inspected all material for defects prior to running job on press.
  • Jogged and stacked paper, delivering blank or partially printed stock to equipment.
  • Set up plates into the cylinder based on customer specifications or job order requirements.
  • Removed printed products from printing machines manually or via hand trucks or power lifts and transitioned material to drying and finishing or storage areas.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper use of equipment and safety procedures.
  • Set up and used paper-cutting, laminating and folding machines to hasten workplace operations.
  • Properly handled hazardous waste materials to uphold safety regulations.
  • Inspected random paper samples during print runs to confirm accurate ink and paper type.
  • Loaded printing press with paper and modified margins to comply with paper size requirements.
  • Maintained adequate productivity by setting and enforcing deadlines.
  • Reviewed job orders to determine amount of paper needed, ink color and potential special instructions.
  • Used hand tools to make small repairs and regularly clean printing presses.
  • Observed environmental factors and effects on equipment performance to make adjustments when necessary.

Printing Press Operator

PPCFlexible Packaging
Rome
06.2000 - 08.2005
  • Operated flexographic printing presses for high-quality packaging production.
  • Monitored print quality and adjusted settings for optimal output.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on printing equipment to ensure efficiency.
  • Trained new operators on press operation and safety protocols.
  • Inspected raw materials for conformity to specifications before use.
  • Followed detailed instructions from supervisors regarding specific job orders and production deadlines.
  • Verified ink specifications, inked presses, changed ink and adjusted ink flow.
  • Performed quality control checks throughout production process.
  • Monitored ink levels and replenished supply when necessary.
  • Examined and produced specific job orders.
  • Loaded large rolls of paper onto feeder system in preparation for production runs.
  • Troubleshot mechanical problems with printing press components such as rollers and cylinders.
  • Checked finished product against original copy or proof sheets to ensure accuracy of colors, text, and images.
  • Prepared machines for printing and operated one-and two-color printing presses, platemakers, hydraulic paper cutters and digital printers and copiers.
  • Met production schedules and throughput yield targets.
  • Operated printing press to produce printed materials, including brochures, newsletters, and business cards.
  • Lubricated and cleaned equipment regularly to ensure optimal performance.
  • Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper and registration.
  • Reviewed customer proofs for proper layout, color accuracy, and text clarity before beginning a run on the press.
  • Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
  • Assisted other members of press team with tasks such as loading plates and cleaning presses when needed.
  • Maintained machines in good working order by cleaning, lubricating and adjusting.
  • Adjusted feeder mechanism of machine to accommodate paper size being used.
  • Performed and delivered printing projects on time of time.
  • Kept records of materials used and time needed for projects.
  • Maintained data on printing outputs produced, supplies consumed, printing costs and equipment maintenance and repairs performed.
  • Set appropriate speeds, flows, colors, temperatures, and positions for printing.
  • Repaired any damaged plates before resuming operations on the press.
  • Stacked completed jobs onto pallets according to shipping instructions provided by customer or supervisor.
  • Conducted daily safety inspections to identify potential hazards or malfunctions in equipment.
  • Posted and adhered to lockout/tagout, hazardous material handling and hearing and eye standards.
  • Monitored team progress to complete projects within deadlines, including large print jobs and rush orders.
  • Participated in regular maintenance activities such as replacing worn parts or lubricating moving parts.
  • Led flexographic printing press operations, including lamination and die cutting.
  • Inspected all material for defects prior to running job on press.
  • Set up plates into the cylinder based on customer specifications or job order requirements.
  • Removed printed products from printing machines manually or via hand trucks or power lifts and transitioned material to drying and finishing or storage areas.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper use of equipment and safety procedures.
  • Properly handled hazardous waste materials to uphold safety regulations.
  • Inspected random paper samples during print runs to confirm accurate ink and paper type.
  • Loaded printing press with paper and modified margins to comply with paper size requirements.
  • Reviewed job orders to determine amount of paper needed, ink color and potential special instructions.
  • Used hand tools to make small repairs and regularly clean printing presses.

Education

Cherokee County High School
Centre, AL

Skills

  • Production supervision
  • Quality control
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Workflow coordination
  • Safety compliance
  • Inventory management
  • Employee training
  • Team leadership
  • Conflict resolution
  • Performance evaluation
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Process improvement
  • Staff recruitment
  • Problem solving
  • Waste reduction
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Change management
  • Processes and procedures
  • Schedule development
  • Task delegation
  • Employee development
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Staff discipline
  • Performance management
  • Industrial hygiene
  • Risk management
  • Workflow management
  • Goal oriented
  • Training and mentoring
  • Project management
  • Team building
  • Policy and procedure development
  • Staff management
  • Process monitoring and improvement
  • Expectation setting
  • Decision-making
  • Attention to detail
  • Department organization
  • Priority management
  • Employee motivation
  • Staff development
  • Strategic planning
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Relationship building
  • Data analytics
  • Policy enforcement
  • Inventory control
  • Safety protocols
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Cost reduction strategies
  • Crisis management
  • Team collaboration
  • Performance metrics
  • Professional demeanor
  • Quality assurance
  • Interpersonal communication

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Supervisor

PPCFlexible Packaging
04.2017 - Current

Printing Press Operator

PPCFlexible Packaging
08.2006 - 04.2017

Printing Press Operator

Print Pack
06.2005 - 08.2006

Printing Press Operator

PPCFlexible Packaging
06.2000 - 08.2005

Cherokee County High School

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