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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
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Zenon Porohowski

Calgary,Canada

Summary

Experienced manufacturing professional with over 20 years in production operations, specializing in optimizing workflows, maintaining quality standards, and managing advanced printing and packaging processes. Proficient in planning, resource allocation, and driving efficiencies to meet production targets. Adept at analyzing operations, troubleshooting bottlenecks, and enhancing team collaboration for consistent results. Skilled in leveraging technology and lean principles for process improvement.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Press Operator

WestRock Corrugated Packaging
10.2014 - 03.2024
  • Planned and executed production runs on multi-color flexographic presses, meeting all customer specifications
  • Identified and resolved capacity constraints, increasing operational efficiency
  • Mentored new team members on safety and production standards

Digital Print Operator

DATA Group of Companies
10.2013 - 09.2014
  • Operated advanced Xerox digital printers and managed workflows using Freeflow Manager
  • Delivered high-quality digital print projects on tight deadlines

Press Operator

Crown Metal Packaging Inc.
04.2007 - 09.2013
  • Operated multi-color rotary central impression presses with precision, maintaining consistent quality standards
  • Contributed to workplace committees to enhance collaboration and safety practices

Press Operator

Precision Label Ltd.
05.2005 - 03.2007
  • Operated Webtron 750 (6-color) and Webtron 650 (4-color) narrow web presses for label printing
  • Implemented improved stock and ink inventory systems, enhancing material availability and reducing downtime
  • Participated in Social Committee initiatives, fostering workplace morale and collaboration

Education

Flexographic Training Program -

12.2003

Graphic Arts Training Foundation -

01.2002

Skills

  • Production Scheduling & Planning
  • Workflow Optimization
  • SAP & Data Analysis
  • Team Collaboration
  • Quality Assurance
  • Machine operation
  • Quality control
  • Production monitoring

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 4 staff members.

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Press Operator

WestRock Corrugated Packaging
10.2014 - 03.2024

Digital Print Operator

DATA Group of Companies
10.2013 - 09.2014

Press Operator

Crown Metal Packaging Inc.
04.2007 - 09.2013

Press Operator

Precision Label Ltd.
05.2005 - 03.2007

Graphic Arts Training Foundation -

Flexographic Training Program -

Zenon Porohowski