Bruce Jess
Worcester,MA
Summary
Presently a supervisor Inteplast Engineered Films, excelling in training and mentoring teams to enhance efficiency and safety. Skilled in quality control and conflict resolution, I foster strong communication and motivate staff, ensuring operational excellence and compliance with safety protocols. Committed to continuous improvement and employee development.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Professional with significant expertise in team leadership and operational management. Proven track record in driving team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Skilled in conflict resolution, process optimization, and strategic planning, with flexible approach to evolving business needs. Known for reliability, strong communication, and fostering productive work environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
Inteplast Engineered Films
09.2018 - Current
- Supervised production team to ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Mentored staff on best practices, enhancing skill development and teamwork effectiveness.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment, maintaining operational readiness and compliance.
- Assisted in training new employees on policies, procedures, and best practices for their respective roles within the organization.
- Developed strong communication channels between day and night shifts, facilitating seamless handovers at the beginning and end of each shift.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, offering constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for growth or additional training needs.
Technician
Inteplast Engineered Films
06.2010 - 09.2018
- Trained new and current employees on best practices and operational procedures to improve team efficiency.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Maintained a clean and efficient work area.
- Staged worked areas for upcoming changeovers and shut down / start ups.
Production Worker
Inteplast Engineered Films
09.2005 - 06.2010
- Operated machinery to meet production schedules and quality standards.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
- Monitored production processes for adherence to safety guidelines and quality control measures.
- Performed routine quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards before shipping out units.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Assisted in training new employees on production processes, ensuring a seamless integration into the team.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment issues, quickly resolving problems to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Auburn Senior High School
Auburn, MA05.1990
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Attention to detail
- Employee motivation
- Decision-making
- Staff discipline
- Processes and procedures
- Policy enforcement
- Conflict resolution
- Verbal and written communication
- Safety protocols
- Quality control
Timeline
Supervisor
Inteplast Engineered Films
09.2018 - Current
Technician
Inteplast Engineered Films
06.2010 - 09.2018
Production Worker
Inteplast Engineered Films
09.2005 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
Auburn Senior High School