Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Jeffery Stoltz

Saint Anne

Summary

With 36 years of experience in operation of multiple manufacturing plants. With Project Engineering Management expertise in design, planning and purchasing for the startup of multiple production lines. Implemented the standard operating procedures and trained the personnel to operate the equipment efficiently and safely. Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success. Seasoned Engineering Manager adept at seamlessly integrating project technical aspects and making information relatable to non-technical personnel. Experienced leader and project manager with 25-year history in field. Clear communicator, decision maker and problem solver. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Dedicated Manufacturing professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician

JRShort
01.2023 - Current
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.

Project Engineer Manager

Urban Farmer
06.2016 - 08.2022
  • Purchased by private equity group 2021
  • Managed major expansion to accommodate two large customers and improved throughput on current line with $60M improvement in revenue
  • Managed all capital expansion project for 10,000sqf facility and moved 3 production lines to 115,000sqf facility gutted entire inside of building adding new oven and mixing capacity drive in freezer storage and cooler docks state of art bakery and topping lines,
  • Prepared for commissioning of high-speed topping equipment and systems
  • Communicated with industrial equipment installers to deliver technical support throughout project execution
  • Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications
  • Determined and scheduled priorities as required to project engineering work
  • Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines
  • Recommended process improvements to reduce unnecessary waste
  • Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favorable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion

Maintenance Manager

Bunge Kankakee Extrusion
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Implemented scheduled maintenance program to prevent costly downtime.
  • Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.

Project Manager

Heartland Harvest
01.2007 - 01.2014
  • Managed Installation and start up and training of 4 die cut production lines boiler ,compressors , pilot plant
  • Purchased more production space with second facility. Managed all build out added two more die cut lines1 direct expansion line and pilot plant including new boiler and compressors

Maintenance Manager

Grief Brothers
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Installation ,start up and training on new equipment, Manager plus CMMS
  • Purchasing, spare parts inventory
  • Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
  • Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program

Production Manager/Purchasing Coordinator

Greif Bros. Inc.
05.1986 - 06.2007
  • Implemented standard operation procedures for maintenance and audits
  • Key responsibilities included ordering all raw materials for 10 million dollar
  • Budget
  • Managed 12 employees for 24 hour per day, 7 days per week
  • Operation producing 5 gallon water bottles in accordance with AIB standards.

Process Technician

Greif Bros. Inc.
03.1986 - 06.2007
  • Developed SPC for new design 55-gallon drum.
  • Worked with engineers from corporate headquarters Amsterdam Holland.
  • Trained personnel on operation of injection molding and extrusion
  • Complied with safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents
  • Operated all packing and labeling equipment
  • Performed electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on equipment
  • Monitored all objectives and communicated with various teams regarding performance
  • Performed preventive maintenance on equipment during scheduled downtime
  • Prevented equipment fires and alerted plant personnel regarding hazards
  • Attended training seminars and met with vendors to understand new equipment and train other employees
  • Kept site operations and equipment running smoothly by adjusted monitoring equipment.
  • Determined maintenance needs and completed smooth repairs and efficient preventive actions

Project Coordinator

Greif, Inc
01.1986 - 01.2007
  • Of 2.5-million-dollar installation of Blow Molding
  • Machine, 1.6-million-dollar, 5 gallon water bottle production line, and coordinated moving entire production line from Atlanta, Georgia to
  • Bradley, Illinois.

Maintenance Coordinator

Greif Bros. Inc.
06.1991 - 01.2001
  • Installed equipment and trained entire plant for extrusion line to
  • Produce 55-gallon drums.
  • Reviewed maintenance program for efficiency, accuracy
  • Oversaw equipment and parts inventory and tracked shipments to reduce stock shortages
  • Tracked maintenance activity using CMMS software to confirm compliance with industry requirements.
  • Adjusted machine settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity
  • Contributed to development, implementation and execution of maintenance programs
  • Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements
  • Sourced outside contractors for special projects and oversaw bidding and selection processes

Operator

Honorable Air Force veteran
05.1978 - 01.1989

operated plastic molding machines

  • Assisted with equipment startups and machine installation tasks
  • Operated trucks, forklifts and other industrial vehicles to transport equipment and products
  • Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Electronics Technology

Kankakee Community College

5 S plans ,Kaizen Events -

Greif Center of Excellance

Skills

  • Construction Project Management
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Site Layout
  • Bid Reviewing
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Equipment Procurement
  • Estimating and Bidding
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Subcontractor Coordination
  • OSHA 10 Hour Certification
  • Lean Manufacturing Principles
  • Site Visits
  • Heavy Industrial Equipment
  • Supply management

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 15 in the development of high speed topping line.
  • Achieved baking productivity by 300% in 6 months completing body in position layouts and improved yields with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Supervised team of 15 staff members in production of 5 gallon polycarbonate water bottles.

Certification

2019 Progress Award winner Innovator in Manufacturing.

2019 Daily Journal Progress Award - Innovator in Manufacturing.


2019 Edie Award Illinois Chamber of Commerce.


Honorable Air Force Veteran - Incerlic cdi Turkey

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

JRShort
01.2023 - Current

Project Engineer Manager

Urban Farmer
06.2016 - 08.2022

Maintenance Manager

Bunge Kankakee Extrusion
01.2014 - 01.2017

Project Manager

Heartland Harvest
01.2007 - 01.2014

Maintenance Manager

Grief Brothers
01.2007 - 01.2008

Maintenance Coordinator

Greif Bros. Inc.
06.1991 - 01.2001

Production Manager/Purchasing Coordinator

Greif Bros. Inc.
05.1986 - 06.2007

Process Technician

Greif Bros. Inc.
03.1986 - 06.2007

Project Coordinator

Greif, Inc
01.1986 - 01.2007

Operator

Honorable Air Force veteran
05.1978 - 01.1989

Some College (No Degree) - Electronics Technology

Kankakee Community College

5 S plans ,Kaizen Events -

Greif Center of Excellance
Jeffery Stoltz