Thomas Polash

• Kept track of equipment, inventories and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
• Supervised 15 employees and scheduled shifts.
• Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
• Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
• Observed guidelines, specifications and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
• Reviewed and studied schematic diagrams to properly plan and process assignments.

• Communicated job expectations and monitored employees.
• Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel to daily tasks.
• Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees and worked with Human Resources to meet changing production schedules.
• Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
• Recorded and reported attendance and hours worked for all area employees.
• Performed accident investigations.
• Investigated and implemented ideas for quality improvement, increased productivity and cost reduction.
• Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
• Procured required manufacturing equipment and parts.
• Reported tool, machinery and equipment issues to maintenance personnel.
• Successfully managed production activities to achieve on-time shipment of orders.
• Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
• Drove daily production activities with effective communication and leadership.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge and information about technology and plant management best practices.

• Created and achieved product quality objectives and met product specifications.
• Appointed as main corporate office contact, handling all questions and issues from customers and vendors.
• Researched new tools and technologies for potential use by quality assurance team.
• Worked with specific production team members to rectify production issues and maintain high-quality final products.
• Inspected outbound shipments and conducted random sampling of product quality.
• Documented findings and produced reports to aide management in assessing and correcting quality concerns.
• Presented clear, organized data in graphs, charts, tables and written reports.
• Maintained high standard of workmanship by using only approved data, materials, tools and test equipment.

• Installed plates and wash blankets and verified copy checks, correct ink, scores, and barcodes.
• Inspected printed products for clarity, color accuracy, and conformance to provided specifications.
• Logged, trafficked and updated projects in job management software.
• Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
• Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
• Kept equipment clean, repaired and lubricated to maximize performance.
• Followed company policies and OSHA requirements to maintain work safety.
• Made timely adjustments to machine operations and components to meet demands of different production orders.

Maintained 100% mixing accuracy by closely weighing materials and ingredients using scales.

• Checked incoming orders and organized new stock.
• Studied material specifications to accurately mix and prepare Artist Paint product.
• Kept detailed records of equipment problems and reported irregularities to supervisor.
• Chose, inspected, weighed and measured ingredients for each production run.

• Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
• Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
• Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
• Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
• Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
• Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
• Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
• Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.