Thomas Zachow
Mattoon,IL
Summary
Proficient team leader committed to operational excellence and safety. Leverages strong problem-solving abilities to inspire teams and implement process improvements. Experienced in training personnel and fostering an environment of collaboration to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
CHI Overhead Doors
Mattoon, Illinois
08.2018 - 06.2026
- Assisted team in daily operations and workflow management.
- Promoted culture of safety and continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from all organizational levels and implementing actionable changes.
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.
- Developed familiarity with tools and systems to enhance operational efficiency.
- Contributed to team meetings by sharing ideas for process improvements.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Assisted in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical issues.
- Communicated effectively with staff regarding maintenance needs and updates.
- Set-up and adjusted presses and dies as necessary to achieve desired results.
Production Worker
Innovative Staff Solutions
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Managed time effectively to prioritize tasks and ensure all responsibilities were completed within designated timeframes, contributing to overall team success.
- Operated forklifts to efficiently move materials and products.
- Assisted with the training of new hires in proper warehouse procedures, ensuring their smooth transition into the workplace environment.
Gather Operator
R&R Donnelley/lSC Communications
03.2015 - 11.2017
- Operated machinery and equipment, facilitating smooth production flow.
- Trained new team members on operational procedures, enhancing onboarding experience.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment, reducing risk of unexpected downtime.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
Education
certificates - Electronics Technology
Kaskaskia College
Centralia, IL01-2008
Skills
- Team leadership
- Team oversight
- Decision-making
- Complex Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Technical troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety
- Attention to detail
- Technical troubleshooting
- Die placement
- Machine setup
Certification
- powered industrial truck trainer
- LOTOTO
- First Responder
Timeline
Team Leader
CHI Overhead Doors
08.2018 - 06.2026
Production Worker
Innovative Staff Solutions
11.2017 - 08.2018
Gather Operator
R&R Donnelley/lSC Communications
03.2015 - 11.2017
certificates - Electronics Technology
Kaskaskia College