Dale Patri Shift Supervisor
*********@*****.*** PH. 920-***-**** 638 Franklin St. Oshkosh, WI 54901
Driven, respected professional with extensive process lead and supervisory experience within the printing and packaging and oil and gas markets. Proven success leading the daily operation and scheduling of a wide range of press machinery. Solid expertise in monitoring all aspects of the production process with the goal of streamlining operations and enhancing production efficiency. Ability to lead and develop a team to achieve organizational objectives and boost quality output. Areas of Expertise include:
Operational Leadership
Process Lead
Revenue & Profit Growth
Lead Press Operation
Streamlining Operations
Productivity Enhancements
Safety Standards
UV & Conventional Inks
Lean Manufacturing / 5s
Staff Training & Development
UV & Aqueous Coatings
Metrics Tracking Boards
Problem Resolution
Komori / Mitsubishi / Man Roland / Heidelberg / Harris / Web and Sheetfed Presses
Professional Experience
Quad GRAPHICS
Lomira Wi Feb. 2017- Present
Shift Supervisor-2019-present
In this role I Successfully managed and developed all crews on A-shift, oversaw individual employee performance, led targeted safety programs, entered disciplinary and coaching notes, responsible for all vacations and employee schedules, employee orientations on first day, also did incident and near miss investigations. while working with a team of production supervisors to accomplish all of the needs of the business and shift.
2nd Press Operator 2017-2019
Working as a 2nd Pressman and training to run as a Lead operator on a Harris M1000 2x4 web press. Learning all of the Quad systems and lean processes.
JP GRAPHICS Appleton Wi 2016 – Feb. 2017
Lead Press Operator
Successfully operate a 6-color Komori G40 with coater, maximizing output while maintaining a consistent, high-quality product. Provide detailed training to the feeder operator to develop his skills.
STRATAGRAPH Oshkosh, WI 2008 - 2016
Lead Operator / Process Lead in Pressroom, 2011 - 2016
Excelled in the daily operation of a Komori Chambon 6-color offset Web with coater utilizing all UV inks and coatings. Effectively monitored all facets of the production process to maximize output and ensure the consistency and quality of products. Spearheaded process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity. Partnered with management and the plant scheduler to facilitate the steady flow of work orders to available machines to prevent bottlenecks.
Shift Supervisor, 2010 - 2011
Successfully managed and developed all second shift crews for the Oshkosh location. Oversaw individual employee performance, promoted increased productivity and boosted quality standards, and led targeted safety programs designed to protect employee welfare.
Lead Operator, 2008 - 2010
Enhanced personal leadership skills through attendance at an in-house leadership development seminar designed to train the next generation of Stratagraph managers. Effectively led the press crew in the operation and maintenance of the Komori Chambon.
Key Accomplishments:
● Dramatically increased run speeds and make ready efficiencies.
● Partnered with the Quality Manager to develop control plans and tolerances.
EARL LITHO Menasha Wi 2007 - 2008
Pressroom Supervisor / Lead Operator
Directed a diverse team of press operators in the operation of 5-color 40-inch Mitsubishi and 6-color Man Roland offset presses with coaters, ensuring all employees met critical safety, quality, and productivity goals and standards. Managed the daily operation of the Pressroom as the Lead Operator.
OUTLOOK GRAPHICS Neenah, WI 1993 - 2006
Lead Operator
Led operations of Komori and Heidelberg presses on a daily basis, while acting as the stand-in Supervisor in management’s absence. Successfully trained and developed pressroom staff to build their skillsets.
Additional notable experience as a Press Helper and Co-op Student for Servicelitho in Oshkosh, WI.