Timothy J. Bobko
Unit A
Blaine, MN 55449
Cell Phone: 630-***-****
******@*******.***
CAREER SUMMARY
Organized, dependable and detail oriented Supervisor with excellent
leadership skills and ability to motivate through employee involvement.
Extensive experience in production, machinery repair, trouble shooting, and
preventative maintenance processes. Strong background in safety prodedures,
evacuation drills, quality assurance and regulatory standards. Proficient
in Kronos, MS Office, and Outlook. Strong people and problem solving
skills.
WORK HISTORY
CONNEMARA CONVERTING - Bolingbrook, Illinois 2010
-2011
An independently owned converting company supplying paper to printers and
publishers nationwide.
LOGISTIC MANAGER
Supervise the dock employees making sure the daily inbound and outbound
freight shipments are shipped according to the DOT rules and regulations.
Oversee that employees are following through on proper procedures in
loading and unloading trucks allowing for a safe work environment.
Negotiate pricing with carriers paying close attention to fiscal goals.
Troubleshoot any scheduling issues that may arise.
. Meet deadline goals to satisfy customer shipments
. Negotiate carrier rates to meet budget constraints
. Resolve shipping and receiving conflicts that may arise
. Supervise dock employees to ensure proper procedures are followed
DOMTAR PAPER COMPANY -Addison, Illinois
2009-2009 A world wide paper supplier.
TEAM LEADER
Responsible for meeting the demands of productivity in a safe and
efficient manner. Motivating my team to meet the quality standards
required. Headed up daily meetings to go over any safety concerns,
improvements that could be made to advance the safety of the workers. High
emphasis on safety with very minimal incidents because of this strong
communication between management and employees. Always developing ideas
that would continue to keep safety on the forefront.
. Held daily meetings at the start of the shift discussing safety and
production goals
. Produced a quality product defect free by working as a team
. General mechanical repair and maintenance of the equipment when needed
. Lock Out/Tag Out training on how to de-energize machinery for safe
repair
. Held emergency evacuation drills
. Kept weekly time sheets of hourly employees
ROOSEVELT PAPER COMPANY - Forest Park, Illinois
2003-2008
An Industry Leader that is meeting the needs of printers and publishers
with a varied selection of paper.
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Supervised a crew of 16 diverse employees with a close oversight on safety,
productivity, and efficiency.
. Responsible for overseeing Safety, Shipping, Receiving, Converting,
and Maintenance Departments
. Worked closely with maintenance staff to minimize down time with hands
on involvement at times
. Suggested changes and helped implement improvements to safety,
efficiency and quality
. Reported and tracked employee payroll, sick, and vacation hours
. Administered disciplinary actions when necessary
. Monitored the training of new hires to ensure proper techniques and
procedures were followed
. Used my interpersonal skills to resolve union issues/conflicts before
grievances were filed
. Contributed as an active team player by coming in early or staying
late to help cover shifts when needed
. Helped to lead the Safety Program with knowledge of OSHA regulations
. Demonstrated responsibility and job dedication by having perfect
attendance since June 2003
AMCOR WHITE CAP NORTH AMERICA - Chicago, Illinois
1981-2002
A world renown leader in manufacturing metal closures.
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR 1987-2002
Directed daily production by supervising a diverse team of 25 union
employees in the Litho department with varying skill levels. Reported
daily production to SAP system and assured adequate inventory for four
crews. Coached employees and revised production processes to constantly
meet safety goals and improve quality.
. Maintained production output levels while reducing head count by 15%
in six months
. Developed and implemented a program to address departmental spoilage,
achieving a 2% reduction
. Redesigned work procedures, increasing efficiency of production runs
by 10%
. Recognized for having the crew with the best attendance record
. Developed informal recognition program for employees increasing
satisfaction and morale
. Conducting Train-the-Trainer sessions for a thorough understanding of
standards and procedures.
PRODUCTION SCHEDULER 1989
I cross-trained using my attention to detail strength to focus on
efficiency.
SPECIALIZED TRAINING COURSES
. Kepner Tregoe - Problem Solving and Decision Making
. Tarkenton and Company - Improving Productivity Through People
. Skill Path Training Seminars
. Supervisory Training
. Conflict Management
. Hazmat
. Quality Improvement Through Implementation
. Dealing with Negative Attitudes
. Substance Abuse Awareness training
. CPR/First-Aid certified
. Kronos Training
. SAP Training