William Heidtman
Charleston,South Carolina
Summary
Driven Shift Supervisor/ Technical Specialist with 17+ years of experience leading teams, developing and maintaining processes, and implementing continuous improvements to meet goals. Record of efficiently managing safety, environmental compliance, and operator training. Well-honed interpersonal and communication skills to drive processes, training, projects, and ensure profitable production.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Leader
Sylvamo
Eastover, SC
08.2023 - Current
- Evaluated existing processes and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Researched new techniques for improving efficiency in the paper making process.
- Collaborated with fellow workers to troubleshoot problems with machinery or processes.
- Analyzed data from previous runs and made recommendations based on findings.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while operating machinery.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding any issues during the manufacturing process.
- Trained new employees on how to safely operate paper-making machines.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
Shift Supervisor
WestRock
North Charleston, SC
10.2018 - 07.2023
- Supervised and helped in the redesign of workforce after the shutdown of #2 paper machine
- Initiated 'Stop Work' safety program giving employees a louder voice in safety
- Supervised and coordinated activities of workers engaged in setting up and operating machines that produced paperboard to form paper products, such as boxes, cartons, bags, folders
- Inspected sample products to ensure conformance to work order specifications
- Operated machine in worker's absence
- Researched, compiled, and prepared reports, manuals, correspondence, and other information required by management and governmental agencies
- Provided employees with guidance in handling difficult and complex problems, and in resolving escalated complaints and disputes.
Technical Specialist
Kapstone Paper / former MeadWestvaco
10.2006 - 10.2018
- Produced safety knife video for OSHA yearly compliance
- Spearheaded six-sigma project for reject reduction of 25%
- Trained and managed 51 employees and helped them achieve significant improvements in their productivity
- Developed and updated procedures, policies, and standards
- Implemented operator written tests and skills demonstration to achieve a uniform qualification process
- More competent and confident operators led to reductions of downtime and waste
- Coordinated activities with other supervisory personnel, and with other work units and departments.
Production Operator
MeadWestvaco
North Charleston
05.1990 - 10.2005
- Operated overhead cranes, forklifts, and gantry crane
- Operated rewinder while supervising a crew of 5 operators
- Inspected and measured product to verify conformance to specifications of company standards
- Moved machine controls and guides to adjust machine
- Executed daily operations of paper production including refining and dry end operation.
Education
Business Management -
Strayer University
09.2017
Skills
- Management
- Leadership
- Training
- Scheduling
- Organizational Abilities
- Business Process Improvement
- Performance Optimization
- Project Leadership
- Corrective Action Implementation
- Policy Implementation
Awards
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
Training
- OSHA 10 Certification
- Six Sigma
- Lean Manufacturing
- Advanced Safety Leadership
- Basic Life Support Certified
- Incident Commander Qualified
- Fire Brigade / Hazmat Team Member- NFPA Certified
Timeline
Technical Leader
Sylvamo
08.2023 - Current
Shift Supervisor
WestRock
10.2018 - 07.2023
Technical Specialist
Kapstone Paper / former MeadWestvaco
10.2006 - 10.2018
Production Operator
MeadWestvaco
05.1990 - 10.2005
Business Management -
Strayer University
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