William Smith
Vicksburg,MS
Summary
Accomplished Area Manager at International Paper Mill, adept in operations management and team development. Excelled in leading teams to surpass targets, enhancing profitability through strategic training and process optimization. Skilled in fostering relationships, achieving significant efficiency improvements, and maintaining cutting-edge industry knowledge. Demonstrated success in reducing maintenance costs and downtime by over 40%
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Manager
International Paper Mill
1993.09 - 2024.08
- Led a team to achieve company goals and exceed targets consistently, fostering a positive work environment.
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth.
- Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.
Millwright Technician
International Paper
1999.03 - 2018.03
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, participating in ongoing professional development opportunities and training sessions as needed.
- Optimized production processes with the installation of new machinery and equipment upgrades.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless integration of new systems, minimizing production disruptions.
- Assisted in reducing overall maintenance costs through effective inventory management and procurement strategies.
Millwright Technician School
International Paper
1995.09 - 1999.02
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by actively seeking opportunities to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize overall performance within the organization.
- Contributed to team success by mentoring junior technicians and sharing best practices for efficient operations.
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in a timely manner.
- Improved equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance on machinery and mechanical systems.
Lubrication Technician
International Paper
1993.09 - 1995.03
- Topped off fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect, and cool engine.
- Inspected vehicles to determine need for changing oils and filters and provided feedback to customers.
- Conducted safety checks for leaks to repair damage on undercarriage of vehicles.
- Dismounted and mounted tires to perform air checks, rotations, and rebalances.
Education
Managenent - Management Information Systems
International Paper
04.2002
Master Millwright - Mill Wright 4 Year Apprentice
Intrnational Paper
04.1999
GED -
Warren Central High School
Vicksburg, MS03.1985
Skills
- Staff Management
- Operations Management
- Relationship building and management
- Team Development
Timeline
Millwright Technician
International Paper
1999.03 - 2018.03
Millwright Technician School
International Paper
1995.09 - 1999.02
Area Manager
International Paper Mill
1993.09 - 2024.08
Lubrication Technician
International Paper
1993.09 - 1995.03
Managenent - Management Information Systems
International Paper
Master Millwright - Mill Wright 4 Year Apprentice
Intrnational Paper
GED -
Warren Central High School
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