Timothy Kiefer
Hickory,NC
Summary
Demonstrates strong ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Proven problem-solving skills with a focus on efficiency and safety. Recognized for leadership and training excellence with an award from the Army National Guard. Maintains a flawless driving record, ensuring safety and reliability in all operations.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver / Sales
Autozone
Hickory, NC
02.2025 - Current
- Operated vehicles safely in compliance with traffic regulations and company policies.
- Planned and executed efficient delivery routes to optimize fuel consumption and time management.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections to ensure safety and reliability before each trip.
- Maintained accurate logs of mileage, fuel usage, and delivery schedules for record-keeping purposes.
Bindery operator
Hickory Printing
01.2022 - Current
Bindery Lead
GVS
01.2016 - 01.2022
Bindery Lead
UN Communications
01.2011 - 01.2016
Bindery Lead
Fineline Printing
01.2006 - 01.2011
Plant Production Manager
Masco Support Services
01.2005 - 01.2006
- In addition to duties below, I was involved in scheduling of jobs through the plant, production in pre-press, pressroom and bindery and the management of personnel in all departments.
Bindery and Shipping Supervisor
Masco Support Services
01.1998 - 01.2004
- I oversaw 3 shifts of bindery personnel, scheduled workloads, ordered parts and supplies, made sure jobs left the plant when they were scheduled. Ensured quality was achieved.
- Second Shift Group Leader – Masco Support Services Oversaw pressroom and bindery, ran bindery equipment and ensured that quality products were produced and job tickets were followed. I am knowledgeable on Heidelberg sheet-fed presses.
Lead Stitcher Operatory and Trainer
Shepard Poorman
01.1988 - 01.1998
- I was Lead Stitcher Operator and trained new personnel on how to operate the equipment.
Second Shift Supervisor
Bindery, Inc.
01.1984 - 01.1988
- Scheduled jobs and personnel and also ran the folders, stitchers and cutters. I made sure that the jobs that were sent out met quality standards.
Entry Level Helper
Noll Printing
01.1978 - 01.1984
- I was hired as an Entry Level Helper and entered a 2 and a half year apprentice program on bindery equipment. Upon completion of the program, I was a Perfect Binder operator.
- 12 years military experience achieving the rank of Sgt. In the National Guard.
Education
High School Diploma - Business , Science,math
Huntington North
Huntington, INSkills
- Analytical thinking
- Defensive driving techniques
- Dependable and timely
- Urban and rural driving
- Adaptable scheduling
- GPS navigation
- Material handling
- Safety regulations
- Route optimization
- Navigating adverse conditions
- GPS technology
- Route optimization
- Route planning
Continuing Education
- 2000 & 2004 Drupa Graphic Art Show
- 2001 IPEX
- 2003 Leadership training course
Equipment Purchases
- Acquired the following equipment for the bindery:
- Joggers w/air removal system and scales for 2 cutters
- 2 continuous feed Stahl folders
- Mueller stitcher
Timeline
Driver / Sales
Autozone
02.2025 - Current
Bindery operator
Hickory Printing
01.2022 - Current
Bindery Lead
GVS
01.2016 - 01.2022
Bindery Lead
UN Communications
01.2011 - 01.2016
Bindery Lead
Fineline Printing
01.2006 - 01.2011
Plant Production Manager
Masco Support Services
01.2005 - 01.2006
Bindery and Shipping Supervisor
Masco Support Services
01.1998 - 01.2004
Lead Stitcher Operatory and Trainer
Shepard Poorman
01.1988 - 01.1998
Second Shift Supervisor
Bindery, Inc.
01.1984 - 01.1988
Entry Level Helper
Noll Printing
01.1978 - 01.1984
High School Diploma - Business , Science,math
Huntington North