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Candidates from the newsletter of January 9, 2025

 

To speak with any of these candidates contact Ray Swiatecki at 800-548-3506 ext. 3275 or

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88800 Customer Service Manager – This person experienced in corrugated and proficient with Amtech is located in Texas and will consider relocation anywhere but California, however would prefer Massachusetts

  • Customer service specialist and business development executive with 15 years of experience leading teams in driving organizational growth and revenue
  • Skilled at developing and implementing comprehensive training programs for staff members to ensure the highest levels of service are delivered consistently
  • Advanced technical skills, including proficient use of Amtech, CTI and Microsoft
  • Responsible for shipping, purchasing, scheduling, safety, quality and customer service at a startup plant
  • Managed customer service, scheduling and Item master coordinators for four Texas plants
  • Oversaw all new business along with determining best plant to run current business

48140 Sales Representative – Candidate is currently brokering distribution products like packaging supplies, packaging equipment, folding cartons, corrugated and other packaging materials in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin

  • Highly accomplished and driven sales representative with a proven track record of success in territory management and significant closing experience
  • Strong ability to gain business by streamlining a company’s packaging needs through vendor inventory management, consolidation and JIT processes
  • Serves as a results-oriented partner/supplier who maintains open communications in an environment of respect and collaboration, ushering in a future of success and profitability for an organization
  • Highly competitive people person whose skills include VMI programs, supplier partnership, vendor negotiations and computer proficiency

82730 Sales Representative –This candidate experienced in selling medical devices, rigid, trays, thermoformed, PETG and APET in medical and pharmaceutical market is located in Pennsylvania

  • Possesses the necessary skillset, experience and knowledge in responsibilities and qualification requirements based on FDA guidelines, and has continually progressed them for the past eight years

  • Sells with integrity, earning clients’ trust by following through, never overpromising or underdelivering to develop strong relationships, thus gaining new opportunities through effective account management

  • Possesses a strong desire to discover and qualify new business through networking, research and cold calling, contributing to organic business growth by utilizing these tactics

  • Confident, highly-competitive attitude combined with a genuine desire to solve client needs across numerous industries

23323 Packaging Engineer/Designer – Senior professional experienced in paperboard folding cartons. Looking for a new opportunity in Southern NY/Long Island/NJ/CT areas.

  • Dynamic, all-around packaging person with expertise in packaging design, sustainability, production, estimating and sales
  • Opened new, strategically-targeted accounts in consumer, entertainment and food/confectionary industries
  • Understands client needs and sells solutions which create win-win scenarios
  • Proven track record in package design, business development, and maximizing revenue and profitability
  • Proficient with Artios/Esko, Cimex and Misomex design software
  • Developed corporate sustainability program used by sales force to educate clients about company’s program, and established benchmarks for sustainability goals
  • Named to University Design Thinking Advisory Board
  • Named to Company Sustainable Innovation Advisory Board
  • Awarded DuPont Noteworthy Achievement Award
  • Creator of Innovator Award recognizing sustainable contributions to the industry
  • Received three US patents for package designs
  • Awarded Gold and various other awards from the Paperboard Packaging Council
  • Developed and sourced special limited edition package for New York Yankees
  • Various packages and designs included in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian Museum for American History

47572 Sales Representative/Sales Manager – This Georgia-based candidate is experienced in pallet sales both nationally and territory of GA, SC and AL

  • 28 years of experience in sales and management
  • Manages $33 million in sales
  • National, regional and local sales experience
  • Management experience in a facility with 65 employees
  • Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint as well as CRM systems HubSpot and Salesforce
  • Skills include lead/sales/business development, customer service, revenue generation, sales analysis and reporting, schedule management, account/client relationship management, project management, data analytics, trend/market forecasting, contract negotiation, territory management and collections expertise

53726 Sales Representative – Detroit-area sales rep is experienced in label sales, including prime labels, flexo, digital and pressure sensitive in paper and film throughout MI, OH, IL and other Midwestern states

  • Driven, top performing sales professional with a proven history of exceeding sales objectives in the industrial prime label industry
  • Energetic, motivated and strategic sales expert who applies targeted focus to growing market share and winning business
  • Keen aptitude for developing and sustaining strong internal and external relationships
  • Demonstrated ability to prospect and develop new business, penetrate new markets and close complex sales
  • $4M book of business included selling labels to major retailers, manufacturing and resellers
  • Met or exceeded retention and sales goals every year
  • Prospected and signed new customers, including two top 20 customers
  • Developed strong relationships with existing customers, resulting in additional lines of business

80636 Sales Representative – This person’s professional experience includes packaging supplies and equipment with strong emphasis on corrugated; looking for a new opportunity in either Dallas or Houston and will relocate himself

  • Dynamic sales professional with a proven track record in hunting and acquiring new business across diverse industries, including HVAC, manufacturing and packaging solutions
  • Adept at identifying growth opportunities, penetrating new markets and driving revenue for national accounts and Fortune 1000 companies
  • Skilled in building strategic partnerships and leveraging data analytics to deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs
  • Results-oriented leader with a focus on expanding market share and maximizing profitability through effective business development strategies

94468 Senior Estimator/Customer Service/Purchasing – Located in the Atlanta area, this person is experienced in the labels industry

  • Multi-experienced printing professional who builds strong business relationships, loyalty and retention through exceptional service
  • Strong skills in cost estimating, production planning, purchasing, inventory control, customer service, sales and production scheduling
  • Experience with digital printing, flexo printing, labels, solventless laminating, pouch forming, roll stock, shrink sleeves and slitting
  • Multi-duty position handling cost estimating, customer service, purchasing and warehouse requirements using PrintIQ software
  • Worked with customers to develop flexible packaging solutions to fit their needs
  • Determined best material constructions based on application, product type and specifications
  • Maintained accurate records of all estimates and quotes
  • Worked with supply chain vendors to negotiate contracts and purchase best pricing and delivery of raw materials, tooling and supplies
  • Researched new material alternatives and sourcing options
  • Addressed quality issues with vendors for reimbursement and replacement
  • Conducted weekly and monthly warehouse inventory counts
  • Communicated with production personnel to improve productivity
  • Provided support for shipping and billing

94817 Sales Representative - Experienced in packaging distribution supplies, corrugated, packaging equipment, flexible products, jansan, paper and other. Located in Pittsburgh, Pa region.

  • Results-driven sales professional with years of experience in sales

  • Skilled at identifying client needs, providing tailored packaging solutions and driving revenue growth in B2B settings

  • Strong track record of building relationships and closing deals within the manufacturing and distribution industries

  • Creating real relationships with existing clients to build their business while hunting for new potential opportunities is the key to success

  • Cultivate strong client relationships by delivering tailored solutions that address their unique business needs while driving new business growth

  • Manage a hybrid role encompassing inside sales, outside sales and direct client management, allowing me to adapt seamlessly to diverse business requirements

  • Doubled current book of business this past year across both packaging and paper industries

  • Leverage in-depth knowledge of both sectors to meet client needs and deliver exceptional service

  • Expertise has enabled consistent strengthening of client relationships, supporting business expansion, and contributing to overall company success

94831 Sales Management or Territory Sales – This person with experience in automated machinery such as form fill, bagging, pouch and weigh machinery is looking for a new opportunity in California or relocation to the NYC/CT/NJ area

  • Sales manager with a dynamic approach to packaging sales, excelling in client relationship building and territory management
  • Demonstrates a forward-thinking mindset and problem-solving skills, consistently surpassing sales targets and driving substantial growth in diverse sectors
  • Committed to crafting innovative solutions and enhancing market presence through strategic business development and impactful sales strategies
  • Led West Coast sales, boosting client base in food, agriculture and consumables
  • Expanded client relationships, fostering significant business growth
  • Organized PMMI events, elevating brand presence
  • Marketed diverse products for packaging, including equipment and consumable products
  • Orchestrated targeted sales campaigns for scales, bagging lines and metal detectors, resulting in measurable revenue increases across product categories
  • Cultivated strong partnerships with key industry players, facilitating cross-functional collaboration to address complex client needs and enhance market position
  • Implemented forward-thinking sales strategies, anticipating market trends and positioning company as a leader in automation solutions for packaging industries
  • Fostered strategic partnerships with industry leaders, facilitating cross-functional solutions to complex client needs and enhancing market position

94785 Sales Representative – This Charlotte rep sells packaging supplies, stretch film, strapping, protective, coding and marking, and packaging equipment in NC, SC, VA and GA

  • Dynamic sales professional with a passion for providing innovative packaging solutions
  • 20+ years of B2B sales, with experience including equipment sales, solution presentations, contract and price negotiations, consumable sales, networking/cold calling, national account management and sales lead development
  • Application experience includes load securement, adhesives/carton sealing, material handling, inkjet, stretch film and automated strapping
  • Industries served include corrugated packaging, pharmaceuticals, metal, printing, bottle and can, lumber, food processing and textile
  • Experienced with value-added selling and negotiation, total quality management, ISO 9000, Salesforce and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
  • Established rapport across all organizational levels – maintenance to C-suite executives
  • Successfully marketed and sold polyester, polypropylene, cord strap, tools, accessories and automated equipment to end users
  • Achieved 25% growth in the first year and secured largest strapping equipment agreement in 2023
  • Marketed and sold strapping products and services to existing and new customers across the Midwest and South
  • Educated and trained distributors, which constituted 70% of territory revenue
  • Conceptualized and executed rebate and vendor-managed inventory programs
  • Doubled sales revenue in the first three years

94791 Converting/Production/Supervision – This corrugated industry professional is looking for a new opportunity in the Clearwater, FL region

  • Oversees daily plant operations with a focus on safety, quality, cost and productivity
  • Increased throughput on Bobst DRO MSF/hr. by 23%, current sustainment of four months
  • Utilizes daily management system to capture opportunities and crew needs to drive continuous improvement
  • Reduced setup time on EVOL 84 and 115 by four minutes through root cause analysis and new procedures
  • Trains and coaches shift supervisors for a more cohesive team and employee development
  • Standardized 5S across all machine centers to improve overall plant cleanliness and efficiency
  • Works with the safety and quality managers to develop actions and ensure compliance with existing processes
  • Identifies training opportunities and monitors employee progress
  • Ensures customer commitments are being met by monitoring staffing and scheduling needs daily
  • Co-led waste reduction project which yielded 2% drop in overall plant waste
  • Supervised five machines and upwards of 25 employees to encourage continuous improvement on all machines
  • Worked with sales, shipping, corrugating and scheduling departments to ensure on-time orders
  • Assisted operators with troubleshooting needs to minimize downtime and quality issues
  • Drove production goals with a focus on optimizing machine uptime and run speeds
  • Trained and supported the least productive crews, successfully facilitating a progression to most productive shift
  • Advocated for the needs of supervisees while also clearly communicating expectations from management
  • Held weekly crew meetings to discuss safety, quality standards, metrics and KPIs
  • Broke EVOL records twice in just four months for kicks/hr., MSF/hr., and kicks in an 8-hour shift

94147 Structural Designer/Graphics – This designer experienced in corrugated with Artios, Adobe, Photoshop and 3D is looking in the Orange County area of CA and would consider relocation to other CA locations or NM, AZ, TX, MO, FL or NJ/Philly area with relocation help

  • Package design specialist in corrugated industry
  • Uses ArtiosCAD and Adobe software
  • Manages projects, emails and production team
  • Handles inventory
  • Creates social media content
  • Skills include graphic design, social media marketing, photography, logo design, illustration, typography, layout design, web design, digital design, branding and prepress
  • Software skills include Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, Dreamweaver, Bridge, 3D Studio Max, Flash, Sketch, CAD and Windows

82475 Designer – This corrugated designer looking for a better challenge in POP/displays in the Ft. Wayne, IN area

  • Interprets concepts to design solutions out of corrugate and other mixed media
  • Specs out provided samples and reviews for potential concept improvements
  • Creates retail and fulfillment setup instruction sheets
  • Prepares design files for mock-ups and production
  • Collaborates with internal teams and sales representatives to meet client needs
  • Able to quickly learn and understand new technology
  • Proficient in ArtiosCAD 2D/3D, Cape and Adobe Illustrator
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
  • Task- and deadline-oriented
  • Successful working independently or in a team setting
  • Dedicated to exceeding expectations

63218 Field Service Representative – Candidate is experienced in VFFS/HFFS, rotary chamber vacuum machines, rollstock laminate (printed and non-printed) and tray lidding equipment with further experience in sales of food/film bags; located in Tennessee but will consider relocation

  • Senior field service engineer in installation, troubleshooting and repair of various machinery used in the food packaging industry
  • Sales experience in shrink bags, produce bags and post pass bags in food industry
  • Knowledge of film and sales of food films/bags
  • Equipment experience includes:
  • HFFS/VFFS form fill machinery

  • Vacuum 8600, 8490 poultry/pork packaging machinery/rotary chamber vacuum machines

  • Auto loaders 8800/Bl101

  • Rollstock laminate machinery, including semi-rigid, rigid, printed and non-printed forming and non-forming webs

  • Tray lidding, both printed and non-printed machinery

91948 Production Supervisor – Candidate is experienced in extrusion, converting, lamination and flexo printing in labels and films, and is looking for an opportunity in the Birmingham to Huntsville, AL area

  • Seasoned blown film professional over 10 years of experience and the ability to create a safe, profitable and vibrant workplace while actively engaging and developing employees

  • Conducts timely employee performance reviews

  • Responsible for shift schedule, including workstation assignments/rotations, employee training, vacations, breaks, overtime assignment, back-up for absent employees, shift rotations and paperwork

  • Coordinates production startups, shutdowns and changeovers

  • Responsible for meeting shift production goals in quality, changeovers, rate and scrap

  • Responsible for quality control, adjusting as necessary during shift to produce product within specifications, and placing on hold products outside of specifications

  • Works closely with quality technician on shift and communicates with other shift supervisors and plant manager

  • Complies with all AIB and BRC standards and standard operating procedures

  • Coached team members to be motivated and engaged for achievement of efficiency and accuracy targets

  • Trains, evaluates and develops team members

  • Ensures all safety guidelines and expectations are followed

59947 Technical Sales – Candidate with rigid packaging/sales experience in films for flexible packaging is looking for a new opportunity in sales/management in the north Georgia area

  • Accomplished and dynamic technical sales professional with extensive experience selling engineered papers, non-wovens, rigid packaging, flexible packaging, labels, films, raw materials and machinery to all levels of consumer product, private label and contract manufacturing companies with multiple locations across North America
  • Results-oriented team player with demonstrated success in growing account base, increasing revenues and maximizing profits
  • Proven leader with excellent communication and relationship building skills
  • Successfully entered multiple new markets and quickly developed new business, exceeding management expectations
  • Grew sales from $0 to $17M and drove revenue growth increasing from $11M to $27M
  • Signed key customers to multiyear contracts
  • Created and executed strategy for new market introduction, achieving over $12M in organic growth
  • Maintained business and built customer trust during multiple supply chain and quality crises that threatened ability to keep customers supplied
  • Initiated and implemented a logistics and warehousing plan to increase profits by more than $100K/year while improving customer satisfaction

 

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