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Candidates from the newsletter of April 25, 2026

 

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

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96125 Project Manager/Sales/Account Manager – This NJ candidate experienced in glass bottles, plastic jars and cosmetics is looking for a sales representative or similar positon

  • Leads growth and implements strategies to increase sales and profitability
  • Experienced with work in glass, plastics, tubes, pumps and accessories
  • Responsible for East Coast accounts, growing existing ones while hunting new brands
  • Hosts innovation meetings showcasing new stock offerings
  • Frequently travels to develop customers and build partnerships
  • Showcases book of business of brands and connections in the industry
  • Generates quotes and timelines
  • Works with marketing to develop new, innovative stock offerings
  • Led internal and external teams to hold deliverables accountable
  • Hosted team calls discussing program updates on artwork, tooling, purchase orders, production and overall status
  • Managed internal teams with an upbeat, positive approach to improve customer satisfaction
  • Managed over 80 programs from large scale companies to indie brands
  • Worked with team in China and Mexico on new tooling developments (IBM and ISMB) for products using virgin and recycled plastics
  • Curated book of business with connections across many brands and industry professionals

69478 Sales Representative – Candidate is experienced in processor and foodservice sales of produce bags, pouches, shrink and poly bags, rollstock, produce bags, resins, colorants and poly vinyl in territory ranging from NY to NC

  • Accomplished sales leader with nearly 30 years of driving revenue growth, elevating customer experience and leading high-performing teams
  • Consistently ranked as a top producer, known for expertly closing complex deals and turning challenging opportunities into long-term partnerships, and respected for strong ethics, integrity and a leadership style rooted in accountability, empathy and clear communication
  • Engages customers across diverse backgrounds and delivers service that builds trust and loyalty
  • Strategic, organized team-builder with a proven record of motivating talent and optimizing performance
  • Elevated regional sales by 45% within the first six months, revitalizing underdeveloped territories through strategic planning, focused outreach and strengthened customer engagement
  • Sustained and grew revenue across an established account base by nurturing long-term relationships, anticipating client needs and delivering tailored solutions that enhanced operational efficiency
  • Led new client development efforts, securing high-value partnerships by leveraging consultative sales techniques and a deep understanding of customer workflows and industry trends
  • Introduced and promoted new product lines with clear, value-driven presentations that accelerated adoption, supported customer decision making and expanded overall market presence

96130 Field Service Manager – This person experienced in pork processing equipment, automated packaging systems and void fill machinery is looking for a new service management service opportunity in the Kansas City area

  • Veteran field service and service operations leader with 20+ years supporting packaging automation and high-stakes manufacturing environments, including high-hygiene operations and clean room settings
  • Known for building and scaling service divisions, strengthening channel and distributor partner networks and delivering enterprise-level service performance across North and South America and Asia-Pacific
  • Strengths include contract and SLA-driven service delivery, customer retention, safety and compliance (EHS), training and capability building, and first-time-fix culture that protects uptime and customer trust
  • Areas of expertise include field service leadership, training design (Train-the-Trainer), uptime and incident response, contract renewal/retention, global service operations, SLA performance, technical documentation (standard work), distributor management, operational logistics and scheduling, cross-functional leadership, first-time-fix (FTF) culture and safety leadership (EHS and compliance)

95883 Process Improvement/Converting Supervisor – Candidate possesses supervisory experience in corrugated with background in flex/RDC operation and is looking for an opportunity in the San Antonio, TX area

  • Experienced manufacturing leader with 15 years in the industry, including 10 years in the corrugated packaging sector
  • Proven track record of reducing defects, minimizing waste and improving operational efficiency
  • Adept at leading teams, enhancing safety culture and executing continuous improvement strategies
  • Core competencies include manufacturing leadership, lean and continuous improvement, root cause analysis and problem solving, HACCP and AIB audit readiness, employee coaching and retention, safety and compliance (Balmert Safety and CPR/First Aid), Microsoft Office Suite and CIA, OEE and TICS operating systems

60639 Corrugated Leader – With 20 years of management experience, this person is now looking for a general management opportunity; located in Florida but would consider relocation, preferably in the Southeast

  • Results-driven senior operations executive with 20+ years of experience leading multi-site manufacturing operations across corrugated packaging, chemical production and custom display environments
  • Proven record of driving operational excellence, improving plant efficiency up to 32%, reducing waste by double digits and managing full P&L accountability for regional portfolios exceeding $50M in revenue
  • Expert in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, CapEx strategy, safety compliance and large-scale workforce leadership
  • Recognized for strengthening operational infrastructure, accelerating productivity and aligning plant performance with enterprise growth objectives
  • Key competencies include supply chain optimization, total quality management (TQM), continuous improvement strategy, multi-site operations management, lean manufacturing implementation, servant leadership, conflict resolution, change management, strategic decision making, cross-functional collaboration, and team development and mentorship

 

37389 Senior Sales Representative – This Detroit area candidate is experienced in a wide range of packaging products

 

  • Possesses keen sense for connecting with people, listening to their needs, and offering products and services to complement and expand their businesses
  • Passion is in sales and helping companies grow, building relationships while having fun doing it
  • Customer-focused, consultative solution-based sales professional
  • Proven and experienced professional with a track record of producing results which contribute to the achievement of corporate sales and profit goals
  • Consistently a leader in profit percentage, averaging 26%
  • Increased sales on accounts 400% annually
  • Expanded profit margins 15% with company recycling division
  • Aggressively added over $1M of new business annually at bottle supplier
  • Resurrected inactive accounts with diligent follow up and timely customer service
  • Increased sales by correcting out of stock conditions
  • Arsenal includes relationship building, consultative/solutions­based selling, client needs analysis, territory penetration, solid closing and lead generation
  • Skills include territory planning, cold calling, problem resolution, marketing, negotiations, customer retention, business development/management training, customer relations and purchasing/logistics/sourcing

96060 Sales Management or Individual Contributor – This NJ candidate is experienced in sales of jan/san, foodservice, industrial, and office products and technology as district manager and director

  • Talented, results-driven sales manager with diverse expertise in sales operations, business development, account management, performance management, contract negotiation, sales forecasting, change management, mentoring and strategic planning
  • Proven aptitude for developing innovative sales and marketing initiatives driving revenue growth in diverse markets
  • Builds and maintains strong working relationships with vendors, customers, cross-functional teams and senior leadership
  • Top-performing and visionary leader who is committed to achieving profitability and success for an organization
  • Spearheaded district sales of janitorial, foodservice, industrial, office products and technology products to strategic resellers in eastern US market, covering accounts across multiple channels: janitorial, foodservice, industrial, specialized resellers, and office products and technology
  • Supervised team of up to 14 outside strategic account executives
  • Elevated sales effectiveness by recruiting, developing and retaining top talent to strengthen pipeline and succession bench
  • Completed performance management with routine cadence and quarterly reviews of direct reporting staff
  • Discussed and executed company business strategy and ensured cohesive alignment of the team
  • Served as change and cultural leader by visibly demonstrating company values to associates, community and industry
  • Developed individual reseller sales and marketing strategies, including execution of sales marketing programs, materials and other selling tools to achieve goals
  • Handled negotiation of reseller contracts, ROI and long-term business commitments analysis with resellers to meet profit and P&L expectations
  • Managed two jan-san buying groups from 2024 to 2025
  • Coordinated strategic resellers in the eastern US in jan-san and foodservice from 2024 to 2025
  • Coordinated strategic resellers in the northeastern US from a variety of channels from 2018 to 2024

96203 Process Technician/Manager of Film Production Floor – This person knows W&H extrusion, is located in SC and would relocate anywhere except CA or NY

  • EPA Universal Certification

  • Certified in W&H extrusion lines, covering basic operations of the control panel, MDO, blending systems and Varex extruders, October 2019 to Present

  • Process engineering

  • Continuous improvement

  • Process technician

  • Plastic extrusion (blow molding)

  • Alpine machines

  • Pelletizing machines such as Machi and NGR

  • Packaging

  • Welding

  • Hand tools

  • Microsoft Word and Excel

75619 Sales Director – Candidate is experienced in packaging sales distribution and looking for a professional growth opportunity in northeast Ohio

  • Experienced team member with purchasing, sourcing, business development and management experience in industrial packaging and facility management products
  • History of using excellent interpersonal and analytical skills to improve operations, profitability and sales
  • Goal-orientated, quick learner who is very efficient and knowledgeable with Microsoft Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Word Perfect)
  • Experienced with ERP software systems
  • Builds supporting environment for growing sales
  • Travels and meets with prospects to understand customer requirements and needs
  • Reviews analytic dashboards to understand the position of operations
  • Conducts employee reviews to maximize sales performance
  • Studies and understands market environments and provides direction to sales
  • Develops plans and opportunities to build successful sales
  • Understands resources needed for current and future business operations
  • Studies business acquisitions and provides insight on opportunities

95869 Molded Fiber Supervisor – This candidate with nearly a decade of experience is located in Reno, NV but will consider relocation

  • Highly experienced and results-oriented plant supervisor with over nine years of progressive leadership experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments
  • Proven ability to lead diverse teams, optimize production processes, ensure safety compliance and streamline logistics operations
  • Leverages expertise in team leadership, operational efficiency and training
  • Leadership and management skills: team leadership, supervisory skills, operations management, training and development, performance management, safety management and cross-functional team leadership
  • Production and operations skills: manufacturing processes, quality control, inventory management, shipping and receiving, logistics coordination, troubleshooting, machine operation and lean manufacturing principles
  • Technical skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel), mechanically inclined, forklift operation (certified), lock-out/tag-out trained, CPR, AED and First Aid Certified

96180 Customer Service Representative – Candidate with experience in project/account management recently left the flexible packaging pouch industry and is looking for any new opportunity in packaging in the Atlanta area

  • Client services specialist and project coordinator with over 20 years of experience in providing customer service, resolving client challenges, project management and cross-functional collaboration
  • Possesses proven ability to act as a liaison with clients to ensure deliverables are on time and to client satisfaction
  • Displayed demonstrable success as a project manager, handling simultaneous recurring workflows on an ongoing basis and providing archival, record keeping, quality assurance, proofreading, copy editing, data analysis and organizational services for clients ranging from local businesses to Fortune 500 companies
  • Proficient in developing strategies in collaboration with various departments to improve efficiency of operations, assess customer business goals, streamline business operations and ensure the overall technical and operational health of production services in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environments
  • Experienced in writing copy, media creation and content management for outlets including web blogs, Facebook, YouTube and print for purposes of entertainment and advertising
  • Core competencies include project management, customer service, team collaboration, quality assurance, content management, workflow coordination, MS Office, data analysis and archival experience

95876 Corrugated Supervisor/Plant Manager – This corrugated manager is looking for a new opportunity in the Fort Worth, TX area to shorten his commute

  • Energetic, self-motivated bilingual scheduler with production supervisor experience
  • 18 years of professional experience in manufacturing industry
  • Skilled and knowledgeable of corrugated manufacturing and production scheduling
  • Skilled and knowledgeable in spiral tube winders, re-cutting machines and composite can seamers
  • Successful record of analyzing, interpreting and resolving unforeseen issues
  • Efficiently schedules production process and implements process improvements
  • Schedules plant production processes by material, employee and equipment availability
  • Monitors employee productivity and production process times, providing constructive feedback and coaching
  • Sets standard goals for production performance to meet deadlines that comply with company’s supply and demands
  • Handles purchasing and inventory for manufacturing equipment and warehouse
  • Reviews blueprints and specifications of orders
  • Writes clerical and performance reports for scheduling and supervisor duties
  • Maintains up to 14 employees’ time and performance reviews
  • Resolves any issues arising within the corrugated department and scheduling
  • Ensures adherence to legal and company policies and procedures
  • Establishes rapport with all key personnel within the company and outside sources

96151 Senior Designer or Manager – This person in the Allentown, PA area is experienced in corrugated and paperboard design as well as pharmaceutical packaging and engineering, and consider relocating to states in the Northeast for the right opportunity

  • Accomplished engineering professional with over 30 years of proven success in packaging fundamentals, process improvements and production enhancements to meet the needs of key global clients
  • Visionary designer capable of leveraging existing methodologies to create designs that combine cost-effective packaging systems with innovative styles while enhancing product safety
  • Possesses strong leadership skills with ability to lead high-performing, cross-functional teams to exceed established organizational goals and objectives while maintaining the highest of quality standards
  • Recognized innovator in the field of package engineering by issuance of several U.S. patents
  • Areas of expertise include package engineering and design, graphic design, tooling design/manufacturing, intellectual property (IP), patent administration, process improvement, project management, client solutions, client training, child-resistant packaging, clinical packaging. cGMP, SOPs, pharmaceutical packaging, team leadership, circular economy and box mechanics

95102 Sales/Account Manager – This candidate in the Bakersfield, CA area is experienced in packaging, industrial supplies and equipment and is looking for regional or national account opportunities

  • Experienced sales professional with 15+ years of experience in business development, capital equipment sales, automation machinery, franchise sales, business management, project management, business strategies and analytics, manufacturing, distribution, construction, oil and gas, environmental, operations, marketing and territory management, mastering at building long-lasting relationships
  • Highly skilled in understanding customers’ needs, knowing the audience and their knowledge level, and tailoring presentations and solutions to meet their needs
  • Increased revenue in one territory by 250% in the first two years
  • Negotiated an annual $5M contract with local electric utility company
  • Earned several top sales awards throughout career for exceeding company expectations
  • Increased revenue by 48% in nine months at one company

47653 Packaging Consultant – This person experienced in rigid packaging, personal care and beauty packaging is looking for individual contributor or managerial openings in the greater Los Angeles area

  • Results-driven sales executive with 20+ years in the packaging industry, generating $8M+ in new sales across beauty, skincare and CPG market
  • Expertise in sustainable packaging and optimizing both domestic and global sourcing and supply chains
  • Proven ability to cultivate client relationships, penetrate and expand into new markets, manage sales pipelines and drive revenue growth
  • Core competencies include sales strategy, sustainable packaging, revenue growth, ESG/EcoVadis compliance, client relationship management, PCR and circular economy project management, global sourcing (Asia), negotiations, vendor management, CPG and beauty packaging, account expansion, supply chain optimization, team collaboration and effective communication

87295 Production/Plant Manager – Candidate with experience in the label industry is looking for a new opportunity within 40 miles of Duluth, GA

  • Versatile and results-driven operations and manufacturing leader with extensive experience in production management, quality systems and cross-functional team leadership
  • Proven track record of driving operational excellence, improving profitability and leading high-performing teams
  • Improved plant profitability by 11% through continuous improvement
  • Implemented 5S, preventive maintenance and safety procedures
  • Achieved ISO/TS 16949 certification in under 12 months
  • Enhanced quality by 26% with a new quality assurance system
  • Developed custom programs to boost productivity and quality
  • Scaled new facility from one to three shifts in 18 months
  • Increased new plant sales by over 250% in three years
  • Core competencies include operations and production leadership, strategic planning and budgeting, P&L management, lean manufacturing and continuous improvement, cross-functional team leadership and quality systems (ISO/TS 16949 and ISO 9001)
  • Skilled in procedure development, digital and flexographic printing, inventory and supply chain management, customer relationship management, data analysis and decision making, and basic programming

96132 Equipment/Automation Specialist – This person with experience in supervising and training maintenance and service teams as well as managing installations of production lines and knowledge of electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatic systems and a wide array of packaging distribution equipment is looking for a management position in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area

  • Automation professional with 25+ years of experience optimizing equipment reliability and uptime in high-volume manufacturing environments
  • Led preventive maintenance and reliability initiatives that improved machine availability by roughly 15%
  • Supervised and developed maintenance teams, managing training, performance and safety compliance across 24/7 operations
  • Implemented CMMS-based maintenance planning and EAM documentation to streamline work orders and reduce unplanned downtime
  • Excels in leadership, communication and training abilities, demonstrated by leading a maintenance team to accomplish timely and safe emergency repairs and maintenance on production line equipment, ensuring maximum uptime
  • Supervises and leads installations of entire and partial production lines
  • Trains customer maintenance teams in routine service and upkeep as well as the operations personnel in the proper use of their new production equipment
  • Experienced with customizing and reconfiguring equipment for sales representatives and customers when needed, such as reprogramming software and/or mechanical modification of systems to work with existing equipment or decision changes that improve productivity for the customer
  • Knowledgeable and experienced with electronics, mechanics, hydraulics and pneumatics systems
  • Valued by end users and serves as a great customer advocate when recommending the best equipment for new or changing production lines
  • Conducts factory acceptance tests to authorize shipments of new equipment at manufacturer locations
  • Trusted and frequently requested to accurately analyze key systems and maximize efficiency
  • Excellent and efficient problem-solving abilities are regularly demonstrated when diagnosing and applying timely repairs on familiar and unfamiliar machinery
  • Installs, maintains and repairs labelers, printers, palletizers, cutters, stretch wrappers, case erectors, case sealers, fill machines, scales, strappers, etc. leading up to a robotic segment
  • Reads and follows schematics to troubleshoot electronics, hydraulics and pneumatics

96157 Electronics Technician – This Austin, TX area candidate diagnoses and repairs electro-mechanical systems, including experience with HP Indigo 6900 ad Durst TAU digital presses

  • Electronics-focused technician with 10+ years of hands-on experience diagnosing, repairing and maintaining complex electro-mechanical systems in high-volume production environments
  • Skilled in electrical troubleshooting, circuit testing, component-level replacement and system calibration
  • Proven ability to quickly isolate faults using schematics, multimeters and diagnostic software
  • Brings strong analytical skills, precision workmanship and a deep understanding of integrated hardware systems
  • Independently scheduled daily production and maintenance activities
  • Operated, troubleshot and maintained HP Indigo 6900 and Durst TAU digital presses
  • Performed component-level replacement (sensors, boards and electrical assemblies) followed by functional testing and system verification
  • Maintained color calibration, print quality and system accuracy
  • Utilized DFE workstations for system adjustments and file troubleshooting
  • Served as primary technical contact for press performance issues
  • Reduced recurring fault issues by identifying root cause in power distribution module

 

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