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Candidates from the newsletter of July 28, 2025

 

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

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95421 Quality Assurance and Control Manager/Director – This candidate experienced in fulfillment, contact packaging and pharmaceutical printing is located in the Trenton, NJ area

  • Detail oriented and highly motivated director of quality control/quality assurance with experience in quality management in manufacturing, cosmetics, fragrance, personal care and pharmaceutical industries
  • Successful customer satisfaction track record with employee and client relations
  • Dedicated liaison between management, customers, vendors and suppliers
  • Possesses a high level of attention to detail and exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Earned Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
  • Skilled with QMS (quality management systems), JD Edwards, warehouse management system, agility and ERP systems
  • Possesses leadership and communication skills, team management, quality assurance, quality control and training abilities
  • Experienced in GMP, cGMP, ISO9001:2015, ISO22716, ISO14001, FDA, OTC, OSHA, deviations and non-conformance
  • Worked with SOPs, internal and external audits, ISO audits, CAPAs, KPIs, FDA, lean manufacturing and safety
  • Dealt with continuous improvement initiatives, vendor performance, approved supplier list and root cause analysis
  • Experienced in data integrity, validation of equipment, IQ, OQ, PQ, risk assessment and analysis, and HACCP plan

74991 Sales Representative – This sales professional is experienced selling folding cartons in the Southeast, is getting back into the business and confident in bringing sales

  • Areas of expertise include customer relationship management, team management, leadership and inspiration, as well as customer acquisition, retention and satisfaction
  • Drove new business development and market creation for N-flute packaging within the USA
  • Introduced N-flute as a packaging option to medical device, pharmaceutical and automotive/industrial manufacturers
  • Collaborated with marketing team to develop industry-specific material for prospective buyers
  • Led new business development within southeast territory and managed key accounts
  • Coordinated with customers and production teams to ensure on-time deliveries
  • Closed multiple new accounts within first 12 months
  • Assisted client services and production teams by creating shared documents for tracking project details for strategic accounts

91279 Sales Representative – This person located in Columbia, SC is experienced in packaging supplies, equipment and jan/san

  • Actively prospects and grows the company’s packaging business within assigned territory
  • Educates customers on the company’s offerings and capabilities outside of printing and fine paper
  • Develops relationships with core suppliers to maintain awareness of new product offerings and industry changes
  • Executes a consistent territory management plan to ensure regular contact with customers and prospects
  • Developed existing accounts and sought out new business within assigned territory
  • Utilized internal support networks and product segment specialists to maximize opportunities for growth within territory
  • Utilized CRM to maintain accurate records of customer account details, sales calls and all sales activities
  • Executed a consistent territory management plan to ensure regular contact with customers and prospects

48885 Business Development/Account Management – Candidate sells label paper, wax coating, foil paper and twist paper for dairy, confectionary and flexible food packaging; located in Kenosha, WI but would relocate to Chicagoland or Milwaukee

  • Maximizes sales growth and profitability in adhesive tapes, laminating films, coated papers, printing, plastics, packaging, corrugated and release liners
  • Dedicated to increasing profits, improving productivity and contributing to the overall success of an organization by utilizing proven sales management and customer relations experience
  • Responsible for national account sales/business development and manager of broker sales representatives for North America, with 50% travel
  • Made frequent visits to new and existing customers for business development and educating on new products, reviewing customer product lines to determine the best product selection for applications and needs
  • Successfully assisted outside broker sales team in North America while increasing sales by 68% and overall sales increase by 178% in two years and expanded market share with new and existing customers
  • Products sold include foil sandwich wraps (printed and unprinted), wax-coated sandwich paper wraps, taffy twist paper, foil paper confectionary wrappers, wax coated butter/margarine wraps, confectionary interleaving paper, twisting, tuck fold and flap candy wraps

95407 Director of Digital Sales and Marketing – Candidate works in industrial and varied retail accounts, and is known for driving business transformation by aligning technology, customer experience and strategy into scalable, high-impact outcomes

  • Dynamic, results-driven executive with deep expertise in brand awareness, customer acquisition marketing and customer success across high-growth startups, global brands and complex turnarounds
  • Partnered with leading brands to deepen customer engagement through direct marketing, packaging design, shelf differentiation, omni-channel experiences and at point of sales, creating consistent brand presences and memorable customer experiences that drive revenue
  • Turns whitespace into revenue through insight-driven innovation
  • Launched high-performing divisions, brands and service lines
  • Accelerates speed-to-market with lean, JIT and TOC methodologies
  • Embeds automation and digital tools to elevate customer experience
  • Aligns go-to-market execution with operational and financial goals
  • Connector of people, platforms and potential with a passion for driving clarity, speed and sustainable growth in modern business environments

73659 Sales Representative – This person located outside Columbus, OH is experienced with protective paper packaging and systems in end of the line for 3PL, automation, multi-site manufacturing, national accounts and cold chain

  • 5-time Top Salesman Gold Award Winner, awarded to an individual who far exceeds yearly budget at this producer of protective paper packaging materials and systems
  • 8-time President’s Club member, awarded to those who deliver budget plan or above
  • Independently secured multi-million-dollar deal with top level client in an untapped market
  • Implemented a 3PL campaign with one of the largest distributors, opening the door to new, A-level current clients
  • Proven history of bringing corporate resources into the field to successfully acquire new clients and maintains curtain clients with a positive team approach
  • Responsibilities include direct relationship with A-level clients, management of distribution channels and their sales force, onboard training for new hires, and two direct reports

95336 CSR/Prepress Assistant – Candidate has experience in label and pouch industry and is looking for an opportunity in Anaheim, CA area

  • Possesses proven customer service and project management skills and applied experience with manufacturing and commercial printing
  • Problem solver who is reliable and has a strong work ethic
  • Quality conscious and customer focused while working under deadline pressure
  • Self-disciplined with the ability to troubleshoot and work alone
  • Possesses positive and effective leadership, people and communications skills with equal effectiveness working with people at all levels within the organization
  • Company produces top-quality printed products for the cosmetics, personal health care, beverage, food and dietary supplement markets
  • Strives to deliver excellent service and build customer loyalty through consistent and effective communication with customers, sales and production
  • Gathers and documents customer specifications and accurately communicates them to the appropriate departments, resulting in efficient and profitable execution of orders
  • Serves as primary representative for assigned customers
  • Secures customer acknowledgements of pricing and miscellaneous charges
  • Clearly communicates with customers and drives new and repeat sales
  • Understands the basics of plant/equipment capabilities and limitations (tooling, presses, materials and applications) to determine the pertinent information and lead time required to produce a quality product while managing expectations accordingly

57524 Technical Account Manager – This person is experienced in litho labels, top sheets, corrugated and packaging supplies sold through distribution and is looking for a sales or account manager position; located in southern Los Angeles County

  • Experienced sales representative with demonstrated work history in packaging and containers industry
  • Skilled in negotiation, consumer products, computer-aided design (CAD), sales and pricing strategy
  • Acts as the main sales point of contact on key accounts
  • Understands the value stream of assigned key accounts
  • Manages and owns the growth possibilities of key accounts
  • Supports the BDM on select accounts
  • Builds project estimates and price, and negotiates accordingly with customers
  • Offers customers value through suggesting different layout ideas and production methods or recommending opportunistic new technologies
  • Works on customer support team, communicating with customers regarding updates and new orders
  • Keeps WIP of projects in house and understands, communicates and expedites project status
  • Delivers proofs to customers for approval as necessary in order to gain face time
  • Facilitates customer press checks and meetings
  • Plans project timelines with production and customer, and visits customers as needed
  • Acts as a liaison between production, outside sales when applicable, and the customer
  • Represents the company in a key, customer-facing role

95315 Sales Representative – This Chicago area candidate is experienced in industrial packaging and packaging machinery and certified in Dimensions of Professional Selling by Carew International

  • Results-driven sales professional with demonstrated ability to identify customer needs and trends, while meeting continually changing end user needs
  • Excels in a fast-paced environment with the ability to work and problem solve autonomously
  • Certified in Dimensions of Professional Selling by Carew International
  • Experience with Salesforce, HubSpot, QuoteWerks, JD Edwards Oracle, SAP and WMS
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams
  • Possesses strong written and verbal communication, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills

95450 Key Account Manager/Sales Director – This New Jersey candidate has experience in manufacturing of pressure sensitive labels and material used in label printing

  • Accomplished professional with extensive experience in B2B sales, territory management and distribution, specializing in flexible packaging, BOPP films, and PET, LDPE, HDPE and polypropylene substrates
  • Extensive experience in automotive, industrial, medical tapes/films and adhesives
  • Expert in coaching and empowering high-performing sales teams to consistently exceed targets and drive revenue growth
  • Skilled in devising impactful sales strategies, mentoring teams to achieve peak performance and fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability
  • Possesses expertise in developing market-driven solutions within the packaging and films sector, managing sales pipelines and delivering precise revenue forecasts
  • Forward-thinking leader dedicated to business success through strategic sales leadership, technical expertise in polymer films and market insight

95399 Sales Representative – Candidate sells disposable paperboard foodservice, cartons and boxes, clamshells, food trays, hot and cold cups, and molded tableware in California

  • Brought on to develop new business from the ground up with global chains, retailers, grocers and distributors on the West Coast
  • Managed distribution accounts and made end user calls to develop new business, originally in Oregon and Washington, and then southern California and Nevada
  • Presented to GMs and large groups, pushing quality and service over price
  • Increased sales in California/Nevada territory from $4 million to $12 million
  • Increased sales in Oregon/Washington from $2.5 million to $5 million
  • Managed accounts and developed new business in the greater Pacific Northwest, including Colorado, Idaho, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah and Washington
  • Called on owners and buyers to expand existing business and create new accounts
  • Opened 30 new accounts in first six months and doubled territory sales in two years

62628 Regional/National/Strategic Account Sales – This Wisconsin-area candidate is experienced in selling verification equipment, a wide range of labeling application equipment, contract manufacturing and filling in the Midwest

  • Critical-thinking, financially-astute sales manager who excels at delivering income-producing opportunities along with a deep, big-picture insight into all aspects of strategic sales/business development, including the effect of sales on other cross-functional business units
  • Key strengths include integrity, credibility and problem resolution
  • Achieved sales ranking as high as #7 of 19 NAMs through grass roots territory development
  • Secured $452K of at-risk business within first six months employment for one employer
  • Sales leader responsible for acquiring an annual $750K security labeling contract
  • Renegotiated $1M supply contract, paving the way for future incremental gains of $400K with client
  • Increased sales to legacy accounts by 15%, $525K

95322 Creative Designer/Director – Candidate is experienced in corrugated 3-D visual and structural design in beverage, cosmetic, confectionary, media, healthcare and horticultural fields, and is located in and looking for an opportunity in the Chicago area

  • Innovative senior designer (art director) in UI/UX design specializing in packaging design, brand identity and product innovation
  • Works with clients both domestically and internationally
  • Creates a deeper, more meaningful connection with most valuable customers, building effective designs to deliver outstanding and consistent customer journeys throughout all channels
  • Skills include team leadership, packaging design, product design, competitive trends, brand identity, vendor relations, group presentation, key account management and creative problem solving
  • Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Figma, Cinema 4D, Microsoft Office and ZBrush

92463 Sales Representative – This person with experienced in corrugated sales is looking for an opportunity in the west Michigan area

  • Results-driven sales professional with over 10 years of experience in corrugated packaging, specializing in new business development and account management
  • Skilled in customer account development, customer service and satisfaction, and new business development
  • Solutions-focused and results-driven
  • Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and SharePoint, as well as SAP enterprise resource planning (ERP) and C4C customer relationship management (CRM) software

95445 Sales Representative – This Houston-area candidate currently sells packaging distribution supplies and corrugated

  • Worked alongside vendors to quote, procure and sample materials
  • Generated over $680,000 in new corrugated board business by opening up over 40 accounts
  • Closed a Fortune 100 company utilizing consultant-style selling
  • Coordinated activity with internal plant team to design and implement custom corrugated solutions
  • Focused primarily on custom corrugated packaging, eco-conscious packaging solutions and automation
  • Received intensive training on corrugated packaging and printing
  • Made over 30 cold calls per day while actively managing accounts and providing quotes
  • Managed over $1,000,000 in revenue

95372 Maintenance Manager/Technician – This person experienced in the corrugated and food industry is looking for an opportunity in Chicago area

  • Extensive background in corrugated and food industry
  • Highly skilled in high-speed automated packaging machinery
  • Proficient at troubleshooting and repairing mechanical/electrical systems
  • Redesigned and upgraded machinery to increase production
  • Increased production by reducing downtime due to machine breakdowns

90680 Sales Representative – This person possesses senior sales experience in packaging distribution and equipment sales and is located outside Nashville

  • Results-driven, highly experienced, dynamic sales professional with demonstrated talent in building relationships, problem solving and strategic thinking
  • Skilled in identifying revenue-producing opportunities, gaining trust and confidence of clients, and closing deals with heightened revenue growth
  • Successful track record of overcoming resistance and gaining loyal clients by consultative sales approach
  • Proven ability to enhance processes, procedures and systems, and engage teams to drive sales
  • Skilled in sales planning, tracking and optimization, as well as account acquisition, development and retention
  • Areas of expertise include new market entry and product marketing, relationship building and management, sales and industry trend analysis, inventory management, problem solving analysis and solutions, account management and territory expansion

68792 Sales Representative/Business Development – This person selling tape, labels and corrugated is looking for an opportunity in the Detroit area

  • Cultivated and managed relationships with key clients across various industries, including e-commerce, retail and manufacturing, to deliver customized corrugated packaging solutions that met unique customer needs and budget requirements
  • Developed and implemented tailored packaging solutions for over 20 clients, improving customer satisfaction and increasing repeat business by 25%
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (design, production and logistics) to streamline packaging processes, reducing delivery lead times by 15% and improving overall customer experience
  • Drove market share and profitability for clients across multiple industries, including food and beverage, real estate, insurance and fitness
  • Identified and secured new service contracts with major manufacturers, contributing $1M in gross margin
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by 58%, as indicated by surveys and increased prospect pool

93110 Account Manager/Sales – This candidate is currently selling corrugated packaging throughout central Pennsylvania

  • Experienced account manager with over a decade of B2B sales success, specializing in corrugated packaging
  • Proven ability to build strong customer relationships, grow territory volume and manage complex sales cycles across a wide range of industries
  • Known for consultative selling, consistent follow-through and driving long-term value for customers
  • Manages a diverse portfolio of 30+ active accounts across sectors including manufacturing, consumer goods and logistics
  • Consistently exceeds territory growth and new account targets through a mix of strategic prospecting, follow-through and relationship-focused selling
  • Leads the full sales process: prospecting, solution development, quoting and contract negotiation
  • Works closely with design, production, customer service, shipping and management to ensure accuracy, responsiveness and reliable delivery
  • Stays ahead of market changes and competitor movements to uncover new opportunities and protect existing business
  • Known for driving territory growth, maintaining strong account retention and building trust across all levels of customer organizations

 

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