Victor Bunte
Senior Manager
Weirton,WV
Summary
Dynamic Senior Manager of Lithography at Crown Holdings, Inc., skilled in process optimization and interdepartmental collaboration. Achieved significant manufacturing efficiency improvements through lean methodologies and Six Sigma principles. Proven leader in mentoring teams, driving accountability, and enhancing operational performance while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. I am committed to delivering high-quality solutions, I contribute by fostering collaboration, standardizing processes, and empowering high-performing teams. My motivation lies in enhancing team capabilities and enabling continuous improvement to achieve operational excellence.
Professional business leader prepared for challenges of next level leadership role. Combines deep understanding of business operations with commitment to driving team success and achieving significant results. Renowned for adaptability in dynamic environments and collaborative approach to problem-solving, leveraging keen analytical and decision-making skills to achieve and maintain the gain.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager of Lithography
Crown Holdings, Inc
Tampa, FL
08.2018 - Current
- Led cross-functional initiatives to improve manufacturing efficiency, quality control, and operational consistency.
- Directed plant performance reviews, using KPI reporting to identify process gaps and corrective actions.
- Coordinated budget planning, forecasting, and cost-control strategies across assigned business functions.
- Managed compliance efforts supporting safety, regulatory, and corporate policy requirements.
- Partnered with engineering, supply chain, and quality teams to resolve operational issues.
- Mentored supervisors and team leaders to strengthen accountability, communication, and execution.
Manager of Lithography
Crown Holdings, Inc
Aurora, IL
01.2016 - 08.2018
- Directed daily operations, aligning production schedules with quality, safety, and delivery requirements.
- Led cross-functional teams to resolve process bottlenecks and improve workflow consistency.
- Monitored KPI trends to identify inefficiencies and support corrective action plans.
- Coordinated maintenance, production, and quality functions to minimize downtime and scrap.
- Implemented lean improvements to strengthen throughput, standardization, and operational control.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Plant Superintendent
Crown Cork and Seal
Aurora, IL
04.2014 - 08.2016
- Directed plant operations to align production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements.
- Monitored can line performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing corrective actions.
- Coordinated maintenance activities to reduce downtime and support continuous production flow.
- Enforced OSHA compliance, housekeeping standards, and incident reporting procedures.
- Supervised production, quality, and maintenance teams to ensure consistent shift execution.
- Reviewed scrap, yield, and process data to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Trained supervisors on standard work, problem-solving methods, and operational discipline.
- Oversaw capital expenditure projects related to infrastructure improvements or equipment upgrades to maintain a state-of-the-art facility competitive within the industry landscape.
Production Supervisor
Crown Cork and Seal
Aurora, IL
03.2011 - 01.2014
- Supervised shift production operations, maintaining safety, quality, and output standards.
- Coordinated labor, materials, and equipment to keep manufacturing schedules on track.
- Monitored line performance, resolving bottlenecks and supporting consistent throughput.
- Trained operators on SOPs, safety procedures, and quality inspection requirements.
- Enforced compliance with plant policies, GMP standards, and regulatory expectations.
- Led continuous improvement efforts, strengthening workflow, accountability, and team performance.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Managed team of 71 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Aurora University
Aurora, IL08-2023
Associate of Arts - Lithography
Triton College
River Grove, IL08-1992
Skills
- Effective organizational planning
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Process optimization
- Profit and loss oversight
- Greenbelt Six Sigma
- Lean manufacturing specialist
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 13 staff members.
Certification
- Certified G7 Master Printer,
Metal Decorator of the Year 2025
The Metal Decorator of the Year award competition is held annually by the International Metal Decorators and Packaging Association. In order to be considered for the award, one must be nominated by his/her professional peers. The IMDPA has a committee of industry professionals that vote on the winner. This is a highly sought after and industry recognized award that only the best metal industry professionals qualify for.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Manager of Lithography
Crown Holdings, Inc
08.2018 - Current
Manager of Lithography
Crown Holdings, Inc
01.2016 - 08.2018
Plant Superintendent
Crown Cork and Seal
04.2014 - 08.2016
Production Supervisor
Crown Cork and Seal
03.2011 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Aurora University
Associate of Arts - Lithography
Triton College