Mark Ledwell Resume

MARK F. LEDWELL

*** ***** *** *****, **** Point, NC 27265-2776 • 336-***-**** • Email : ********@*****.***

CAREER OBJECTIVE : SEEKING A PEER-LEADING MANAGEMENT POSITION where experience and expertise contributes towards continued success of an aggressive and progressive company. Over seventeen years of experience working for one of the areas leading producers of quality packaging. Skills set includes: extensive knowledge of Webtron 1000 (5, 7, and 9 color presses); four color process; Water Ink and Environmental Ink Matching Systems. Experienced, versatile, flexible, team-oriented, decision-maker, open to new ideas and self-motivated.

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS :

 Competent, reliable and committed with a proven record of success in increasing levels of responsibility.

 Skilled in working independently and solving problems while paying careful attention to detail.

 Able to efficiently meet objectives and assignments; demonstrate solid work habits in all areas of operations.

 Demonstrated work ethic with proven initiative and dedication to excellence.

 Effective writer and speaker with strong interpersonal communication skills.

 Skilled in public contact; establish rapport via resourcefulness and self-confidence.

 Strong time management skills; creative-intuitive problem solver; maintains consistently professional demeanor.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE :

BUY SEASONS, NEW BERLIN, WI 2009

MANUFACTURING MANAGER

Managed set up of facility in New Berlin, WA for move to Wisconsin from Greensboro. Purchased new equipment and coordinated all movement including trucking, logistics, HVAC, over all contractors, electrical and mechanical of everything from Greensboro, NC to New Berlin, WI for all company items of company bought (Birthday Express). Included supervising and training of 24 employees (2 supervisors, 2 lead machine operators and 20 other employees). Credited with helping company evolve to $80 million annually in sales of paper products. Negotiated pricing and contracts with vendors.

BIRTHDAY EXPRESS, KIRKLAND, WA / GREENSBORO, NC 2003-2009

MANUFACTURING MANAGER [ KIRKLAND, WA AND GREENSBORO, NC ] 2006-2009

Purchased by Buy Seasons, New Berlin, WA in 2009. Managed manufacturing, included printing and forming of paper goods. Consolidated both facilities and in 2006 managed logistics in consolidation and move of all company from Kirkland, WA to Greensboro, NC. Maintained specialized, detailed knowledge in manufacturing side of printing and forming of paper goods.

MANUFACTURING MANAGER, KIRKLAND, WA 2003-2006

Ordered raw materials, scheduled and managed 12 employees, oversaw all R&D on new products; bought new equipment.

Specialized knowledge in following equipment; Webrtron 1600, Aquaflex lx 18”, Webrtron 1000 (5-7-9), Webrtron 650, Gralex pt 21-25 plate formers, cup forming machine, text wrap packaging lines, Shanklin packaging line, Universal folder gluer.

Responsible for maintenance, scheduling, working with design department, purchased new equipment, purchased all raw materials, tooling, plate suppliers and ink suppliers. Negotiated pricing and contracts with vendors.

GRAPHIC PRINTING SERVICES, GREENSBORO, NC 1993-2003

FLEXO PRESS OPERATOR / LEAD WORKING SUPERVISOR 1997-2003

Accountable for development and implementation of a “numerical die filing system”. Accountable for Webrtron 1000

(5, 7, and 9 color) operations and quality. Worked in conjunction with Client Services and Planning Department on new projects/accounts. Responsible for working with customer towards final approval of design and layout.

ROTOFLEX REWINDER 1993-1997

Worked in association with plant manager. Responsible for both domestic/international shipping logistics. Responsible for quality control and financial inspection of customer orders. Developed knowledge and proficiency of plate mounting system.

FORMAL EDUCATION :

Guilford Technical Community College, Jamestown, NC 1990 Graduate

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND AVIATION TECHNOLOGY

Southern Guilford High School, Greensboro, NC 1986 Graduate

LICENSES : Forklift Certified; CPR and First Aid Certified; HAZMAT/HAZCON Certified; Lock-out/Tag-Out Certified

PC SKILLS : Windows, MS Office, OTprint (company based scheduling software, training materials, COGS and waste).

PERSONAL : Interests: golf, salt water fishing and culinary arts. Open to travel. Compensation: negotiable.

EXCELLENT PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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