Kyle Garcia
Dawsonville
Summary
Results-driven supervisor specializing in workforce management and process improvement. Demonstrated success in implementing quality control measures and ensuring safety compliance in manufacturing settings. Strong ability to enhance operational efficiency and drive team performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor
MCC Label
Dawsonville
04.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of production teams to ensure efficient workflow.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and proper equipment usage.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Facilitated communication between departments for smooth operations.
- Scheduled shifts and managed workforce allocation based on production demands.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions.
- Ensured training of new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
Prepress Lead
Fortdearborn Co.
Dawsonville
09.2019 - 04.2024
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Ensured that all teammates were properly trained on all standard operating procedures.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed by the platemaking, plate mounting, ink room, and gravure cylinder departments.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish production goals.
- Collaborated across departments to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Implemented and maintained lean manufacturing processes, including HxH, SQDC boards, and 5S, in the platemaking, plate mounting, ink room, and gravure cylinder departments.
- Planned and improved throughput as production demand increased.
- Introduced and trained teammates on new production machines in the plate mounting and plate making departments.
- Participated in multiple kaizen events.
- Monitored color standards using SPEC, IQC, and ColorCert programs and ensured consistency of standards between prepress and press room departments.
- Maintained and managed inventory for the plate mounting, plate making, ink room, and gravure cylinder departments.
- Implemented, maintained, and improved an inventory tracking system for flexographic plates, ink raw materials, and gravure cylinders.
- Managed the ink formulas in SPEC, and their generation.
- Worked with vendors that serviced the plate, ink, and gravure departments.
- Maintained the spectrometers in the ink room, quality, and press departments.
- Implemented, maintained, and improved a process for tracking production history in the platemaking, mounting, ink room, and gravure cylinder departments.
- Worked with tech services and order engineers to ensure customer specifications on production orders.
Platemaker
SleeveCo
Dawsonville
09.2008 - 04.2019
- Operated advanced platemaking equipment for creating high-quality printing plates.
- Prepared and maintained artwork files for efficient plate production processes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on platemaking machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Trained new staff on safe equipment operation and best practices in production.
- Assisted in inventory management of materials used in the platemaking process.
- Monitor quality control standards throughout the production process to maintain high-quality standards.
- Organize daily workflow by prioritizing jobs based on deadlines and customer requirements.
- Collaborate with other departments such as pressroom personnel to resolve technical issues.
- Maintain records of all work completed on job tickets and other documents as required.
- Verified proper saving of all artwork within designated file structure on company servers.
Plate Mounter
SleeveCo
Dawsonville
05.2012 - 07.2015
- Inspected mounted plates for quality and consistency before production runs.
- Collaborated with press team members to troubleshoot issues promptly.
- Maintained clean work area and organized tools for efficient workflow.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Assisted in training new employees on mounting processes and equipment use.
- Monitored material inventory levels to prevent production delays.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on equipment, including cleaning and lubrication.
- Verified accuracy of job orders prior to mounting plates.
Team Leader
ProCare Environmental
Marietta
02.2006 - 09.2008
- Led team in daily operations and ensured adherence to safety regulations.
- Coordinated tasks among staff to enhance workflow efficiency and productivity.
- Communicated with clients to address concerns and provide service updates.
- Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Worked with the maintenance department to ensure timely repairs to equipment.
Mechanic assistant
ProCare Environmental
Marietta
06.2005 - 02.2006
- Helped with routine maintenance tasks, such as oil changes and sharpening blades.
- Collaborated with team members to complete repair projects efficiently.
- Adhered to safety protocols while working in the shop environment.
- Installed or replaced machinery, equipment and components.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Organized parts inventory, ensuring accurate stock levels for production operations.
Dishwasher
Aramark
Dahlonega
09.2003 - 06.2005
- Assisted kitchen staff by cleaning pots, pans, and cooking utensils as needed.
- Assisted staff by helping in various areas not related to dishwashing, including but not limited to receiving inventory, serving food, maintaining the salad bar, preparing for and cleaning up after catering events, organizing and maintaining the walk-in freezer, and organizing and maintaining food and chemicals in inventory.
- Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lumpkin County High School
Dahlonega06-2005
Some College (No Degree) -
University of North Georgia
Dahlonega, GASkills
- Workforce management
- Employee training
- Process improvement
- Quality control
- Safety compliance
- Production planning
- Lean manufacturing
- Inventory management
- Cross-department collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Staff discipline
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Task delegation
- Professional demeanor
- Written communication
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Certification
Have started the SME program
Timeline
Supervisor
MCC Label
04.2024 - Current
Prepress Lead
Fortdearborn Co.
09.2019 - 04.2024
Plate Mounter
SleeveCo
05.2012 - 07.2015
Platemaker
SleeveCo
09.2008 - 04.2019
Team Leader
ProCare Environmental
02.2006 - 09.2008
Mechanic assistant
ProCare Environmental
06.2005 - 02.2006
Dishwasher
Aramark
09.2003 - 06.2005
High School Diploma -
Lumpkin County High School
Some College (No Degree) -
University of North Georgia